On Sunday, June 3 Makeboro (aka Makers Guild Inc.) kicked off its first season of programming with a special Fix-It Day and a "Handing Over the Keys" celebration (commemorating the partnership with The Nature Conservancy). Volunteers helped refresh Makeboro's street-facing façade … [Read more...] about Makeboro Celebrates Fix- It Day and “Handing Over the Keys”
Shaun Gillilland
Local lawmakers, residents eager for solution to broadband woes (THE SUN)
For the past five years, Robin Gucker has been fighting an uphill battle: securing a steady internet connection. “They are knowingly having us a pay for a service they know is inadequate, or is actually no service at all,” Gucker said. “Tech support is incompetent, but our … [Read more...] about Local lawmakers, residents eager for solution to broadband woes (THE SUN)
Helmets Now Required for Horseback Riders at Fair-Sponsored Events (The Sun)
Horseback riders will now be required to wear helmets at all events sponsored by the Essex County Agricultural Society, the group tasked with running the county fairgrounds. The measure unanimously passed the fair board last month. A lack of protective headgear is the top … [Read more...] about Helmets Now Required for Horseback Riders at Fair-Sponsored Events (The Sun)
Illegal Dump Discovered at Essex County Fairgrounds (The Sun)
A ravine snakes its way behind the Essex County Fairgrounds, cutting through about 25 acres of dense forest. The parcel, located behind the horse rings, is mostly secluded, far beyond the watchful eye of government officials. For years, local residents have been dumping … [Read more...] about Illegal Dump Discovered at Essex County Fairgrounds (The Sun)
Wi-fi Disruptions Causing Headaches for Local Residents (The Sun)
"For the past two weeks, wireless internet service to a handful of local businesses and residents has been disrupted. At times, service has crept to a crawl in Reber, Essex, Willsboro and Whallonsburg. The culprit is FM radio signals interfering with the transmitters … [Read more...] about Wi-fi Disruptions Causing Headaches for Local Residents (The Sun)