The Lake Placid Community Day organizing committee is seeking nominations for its distinguished volunteer of the year award. Nominations are due by April 1, 2025. Community Day celebrates those who contribute to various community-based initiatives, within the Village of Lake Placid and the Town of North...
The Adirondacks continue to welcome Canadian travelers The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) has been closely monitoring the Canadian response to tariff implementation, along with continued political tension between Washington and Ottawa. The Adirondack region welcomes thousands of travelers from Canada each year; disruptions to...
The Conference Center at Lake Placid is set to host more than 22 conferences throughout 2025. These conferences are anticipated to bring an estimated 4,100 attendees to Lake Placid, accounting for approximately 8,290 room nights. By comparison, 2024 saw 26 conferences with 6,606 attendees, accounting for...
Eighty-four percent of those surveyed believe tourism positively impacts their community The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism has compiled and released the results of its third annual tourism impact survey, conducted in late 2024. The survey gathered feedback from residents and business owners in Essex and Hamilton...
Adirondack Winter Pride weekend is taking place March 7-9, 2025, with activities planned throughout Lake Placid and Wilmington for LGBTQ+ residents, visitors, and their allies. Organizers are encouraging businesses, restaurants, hotels, civic groups, individuals, and others to consider participation through sponsorships, events, and special promotions. According...
The Town of North Elba is accepting applications for grant funding through its Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund. The deadline for submission is February 1. The Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund (LEAF) provides grants for programs, activities, and facilities offering direct benefits to North Elba communities,...