It’s time for another vintage Essex, NY, image! This time we are sharing an old postcard. The photo on the postcard is titled "View of Essex, Lake Champlain from steamer." From the title we can surmise that the photo was taken while on a steam ship--perhaps the old steam … [Read more...] about Vintage Postcard: View from Steamer of Essex, NY
Willsboro Outdoor World Opens
A new outdoor recreation shop has opened earlier this month. It's located in neighboring Willsboro, NY, and it is certainly close enough for Essex residents and vacationers to take advantage of! Willsboro Outdoor World is owned by recent college-graduate Kristin Hotaling. A … [Read more...] about Willsboro Outdoor World Opens
State Closes on Addition to Adirondack Park
Late last year we informed you when the Adirondack Park gained 69,000 acres, and we're now updating you with the news that the state has closed on a second piece of property to increase the park's land in a second phase of that deal. The complete 69,000 acre tract purchased by … [Read more...] about State Closes on Addition to Adirondack Park
Community Day at Essex Fairgrounds
Community Day at Essex County Fairgrounds June 1, 2013, 10am-3pm Summer is approaching, and while it's not time for the county fair yet there is an upcoming special event that will take place at the fairgrounds! On June 1st the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, NY, will … [Read more...] about Community Day at Essex Fairgrounds
Fort Ticonderoga: The Movie
In honor of Fort Ticonderoga's 2013 opening weekend I thought it would be a fitting tribute to share something related to the fort. Have you heard of Fort Ti aka Fort Ticonderoga: The Movie? I hadn't heard of it until recently, and I find it thrilling that a feature film was set … [Read more...] about Fort Ticonderoga: The Movie