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Guest Commentary

Hopeful perspective comes into focus in students’ works

For anyone feeling discouraged about the disconnectedness and polarization that seem to overshadow our world today, I was reminded recently that there is hope to be found when you tune into the artistic perspectives of young people. This month, the Lake Placid Center for the Arts celebrated ...

Residents, businesses pitch in for 65th Clean-Up Day

May 3 marked the 65th year that the Lake Placid Community held a Volunteer Clean-Up day. This community effort continues because of many people volunteering their time and supporting the day. The weather started out mild with rain beginning early, but that did not deter those who came out. ...

Speaker offers tips for growing inside home

A return to Mirror Lake Inn for the opening meeting of Garden Club of Lake Placid drew 33 members for a luncheon and program. The recognition of Linda Friedlander, to Honorary Member, was a special moment shared with Linda. Members heard of her notable roles and projects over her 60 years ...

Tobacco use, chronic disease often have link

In 2025, cigarette smoking still remains the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S. — and it’s also a major cause of chronic disease. Smokers are much more likely to develop a chronic disease, and individuals with a chronic health condition are at much higher risk of their ...

Derby event a win for learning

Over 850 miles separates Lake Placid from Churchill Downs Racecourse, Kentucky. And yet, on Saturday, you’ll see a steady stream of hats, fascinators, colorful dresses and sports coats strolling into town, fully committed to bringing the pomp and glamor of Derby Day to Main ...

Community’s voices needed for fight to save public media

I strongly urge Congress to reject destructive proposals to rescind, cut or eliminate public media funding. Doing so would strip millions of Americans — especially in rural regions — of critical services provided by local public television, from lifesaving emergency communications to proven ...