What great thanks we owe our Highways crew [Essex Highway Department], for keeping our many rural and dangerous roads open during these bitter, blustery winter days and nights! Starting at 6:30 a.m., and returning throughout each blustery day and into the sometimes magical … [Read more...] about Thanks, Essex Highway Department
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.
Scott Brayden Digs Essex History
Scott Brayden is scarcely out of college, but he has already amassed an impressive collection of 18th and 19th century historic artifacts from Essex, NY and environs. Frequent visits with his grandparents at Buena Vista Park ever since childhood have fostered his passion … [Read more...] about Scott Brayden Digs Essex History
George O. Webster’s Poetic Destiny
Last week we introduced you to Reverend George Orlia Webster, and this week we're going to celebrate the former Essex Community Church pastor's creative legacy. "Essex-on-Champlain" (stay tuned for the lyrics, and possibly even an audio recording) may be the most famous of George … [Read more...] about George O. Webster’s Poetic Destiny
Reverend George Orlia Webster
If the name Reverend George Orlia Webster sounds familiar to you, it's likely because you've heard (or read) the hymn "Essex-on-Champlain" which he wrote in 1929. Or because you've read the commemorative plaque at the Essex Community Church (aka the Federated Church) in Essex, … [Read more...] about Reverend George Orlia Webster
Joe Call, the Lewis Giant
Joe Call, The Lewis Giant by Maitland C. De Sormo is a short biography of a 19th century strongman living in the Champlain Valley. He was known in his heyday as the "Modern Hercules" and the "Lewis Giant" and was recognized for performing several feats of spectacular strength. … [Read more...] about Joe Call, the Lewis Giant