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Letters to the Editor

Rotary Club auction to benefit worthy projects

To the editor: The Rotary Club of Lake Placid announces an exciting online auction to raise funds for international charity projects. Like our parent organization Rotary International, we have a long history of supporting charitable work in developing nations, including the nearly completed ...

Thank you from the Shipman Youth Center

To the editor: On behalf of the Shipman Youth Center, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the following sponsors, friends, volunteers who worked very hard to make 15th annual I Love BBQ and Music Festival successful. In excess of $22,000 was raised for the Shipman Youth ...

Community integrity vs. Dollar General: Next

To the editor: We won the first battle. Amen. Next the planning and town boards are revising our town zoning code to better protect us from unsightly corporate franchise box stores that will destroy our home-grown businesses and unique small-town atmosphere. Simple and logical ways to ...

In support of Derek Doty for supervisor

To the editor: Without reservation, I endorse Derek Doty for North Elba town supervisor. I had the privilege of working alongside him on the board and can say with certainty that for 18 years our town has benefited greatly from his wisdom, professionalism, and high standards. A few ...

Why Jay Rand should be elected supervisor

To the editor: I have had the pleasure of knowing Jay Rand for over 22 years and can attest he is an individual who possesses a very high degree of integrity and that he also has the leadership capabilities needed to work easily and effectively with all facets of the community Jay is ...

Jay Rand and the World University Games

To the editor: In January 2023, Lake Placid will host the Winter World University Games. But really the entire North Country is doing the hosting. Plattsburgh International Airport is the official entry point for these games. In all, 2,500 student athletes and coaches from 50 nations and ...