Position will reinforce partnership with the Ausable River Association and strengthen watershed protection in the region. Adirondack scientist, photographer, and conservation advocate Brendan Wiltse has joined Paul Smith’s College as Visiting Assistant Professor with its new … [Read more...] about Paul Smith’s College Welcomes Brendan Wiltse as Faculty in its New Masters of Science Program and as Water Quality Director at the Adirondack Watershed Institute
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.
A Renaissance on Main Street
THE VIEW FROM THE STUDIO An Exploration of the Flowers, Art + Business Local to Essex, New York Have you heard the news? Lakeshore Road, our "Main street" in Essex, NY is experiencing quite the renaissance this season. The town's entrepreneurial spirit shone throughout … [Read more...] about A Renaissance on Main Street
The Words Behind My “Why”
THE VIEW FROM THE STUDIO An Exploration of the Flowers, Art + Business Local to Essex, New York I recently heard a quote by the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, “He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how.” Nietzsche’s words are simultaneously sensible and … [Read more...] about The Words Behind My “Why”
In Memory: Shirley Cross LaForest
The community mourns the loss of Shirley Laforest, who many knew from her position as Essex Town Historian. Obituary On July 17, Husband Jim, daughters Charie, Colette, Siana, and Sons Jim Jr. and William gathered around mother and wife Shirley Cross LaForest to send her on … [Read more...] about In Memory: Shirley Cross LaForest
Locally Made Gifts in Essex
Where to Buy Locally Made Gifts in Essex For those of you who I haven’t met yet, my name is Teddi Rogers, and I am the Owner and Lead designer behind Kit+Syl Studio. Kit+Syl is a boutique floral and jewelry business offering handmade jewelry designs and custom floral … [Read more...] about Locally Made Gifts in Essex