An artisanal beef stand with a political back story has shaken up New York farming circles since it opened last month at a Manhattan greenmarket. Unlike its competitors, South Farm is quietly operated by a former New York governor: George Pataki, who is now running for … [Read more...] about George Pataki: Presidential Candidate and Essex Farmer
Essex People: Profiles of Essex, New York People
The following posts and profiles feature past and present Essex people including Essex, NY historic figures across two centuries. We hope that you enjoy reading about the individuals who shape the unique heritage of our community, and we welcome your recommendations for future profiles. If you would like to suggest (or submit) a profile to be featured on the Essex on Lake Champlain community blog please contact our People Editor, Olive Alexander. Thank you.
Champlain Area Trails Honors Founding Member Bruce Klink
On Sunday, August 2, 2015 Champlain Area Trails (CATS) will lead a hike to the top of the Wildway Overlook Trail and dedicate a bench to honor Bruce Klink, one of CATS founding members, who died in February of 2014. The hike and celebration are open to the public. "Bruce … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Honors Founding Member Bruce Klink
In Memory: Lawrence M. Bliss (The Valley News)
Lawrence “Larry” M. Bliss October 8, 1919 - May 22, 2015 Lawrence “Larry” M. Bliss of Essex, N.Y., still very young at heart and active, died at the age of 95 Friday, May 22, 2015, at the UVM Medical Center following a short illness. Larry was born October 8, 1919, the son of … [Read more...] about In Memory: Lawrence M. Bliss (The Valley News)
Snapping Turtle Whisperer?
Have you seen this snazzy snapping turtle? Wadhams resident Nick Bailey shared this photograph on Facebook last week after rescuing the fetching female from the train tracks. "First save... big girl 16" long!" ~ Nicholas Bailey, May 13, 2015 While some are wary of these … [Read more...] about Snapping Turtle Whisperer?
Skull of Last Man Hanged in Essex County (strangeremains.com)
The cranium of Henry Debosnys (1836-1883) is stored in a glass case on the upper floor of the Adirondack History Center Museum in Elizabethtown, NY. Debosnys was of French descent and born in Portugal in 1836. After traveling the world, he arrived in Essex County, NY in the … [Read more...] about Skull of Last Man Hanged in Essex County (strangeremains.com)