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Public transportation limited on Monday

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LAKE PLACID — As emergency officials brace for the potential of congested roadways in the greater Olympic Region on Monday, April 8 for the total solar eclipse, some bus routes in Essex County will be shut down, affecting riders from Saranac Lake to Lewis. The Essex County Board of ...

New York breweries celebrate eclipse with special beers

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LAKE PLACID — The New York State Brewers Association recently released the names of limited-edition beers from around the state that have been brewed to celebrate the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, including some in the Olympic Region. Locally, the beers include the Total Eclipse ...

County officials: Spend time planning for April 8 eclipse

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SARANAC LAKE — Franklin County Public Health officials suggested that locals start preparing as soon as possible for the April 8 total solar eclipse, which is expected to bring thousands of people to the area. Franklin County Public Health Program Coordinator Sarah Granquist said they’re ...

Forecast: On eclipse day, mostly sunny weather likely

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SARANAC LAKE — With the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, meteorologists earlier this week were forecasting partly cloudy skies with no precipitation in the Adirondack Park, which should provide for a good viewing experience. Jessica Neiles, a lead meteorologist at the National ...

Season nears end at Whiteface

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WILMINGTON — With snow in the forecast late this week and a warming trend predicted for next week, the ski season is winding down at Whiteface Mountain. The annual Pond Skimming Contest is set for noon Saturday, April 6. Sign-ups are limited to the first 100 contestants. Skiers and ...

Eclipse viewing locations in the Olympic Region

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LAKE PLACID — Witnessing the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8 in the Olympic Region is simple. As long as there are no clouds, all you have to do is step outside and look up. (Don’t forget to put on your eclipse glasses to protect your eyes.) This is a shared experience for ...