To the editor: I am writing to express my support for Fred Balzac for North Elba Town Council. I am a native of Ray Brook, having grown up in a family resort business and am a long-time homeowner in Saranac Lake. I had the pleasure of meeting Fred when he reached out to myself and other ...

To the editor: Fred Balzac moved to Essex County full time 30 years ago. Ever since, he’s been active in local government as a truly independent Democrat (and, for a time, a Green). Community issues are Fred’s passion. He is dogged in creative problem solving and eager to challenge the ...

To the editor: Throughout the area, signs are popping up that state simply: “Why Not Fred?” That is a question that residents are encouraged to thoughtfully consider before voting in the upcoming North Elba Town Council elections on Nov. 7. Our communities are in need of politicians who ...

To the editor: On Oct. 7, the 52nd annual Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon and 10K was held. This year’s event saw more than 550 participants preregistering. After 20 days of summer like weather, Oct. 7 was met with more than 3.5 inches of rain. In all, 397 participants braved the ...

To the editor: Re: Thank you to the town of North Elba and village of Lake Placid Mirror Lake Inn is pleased with your efforts to make the aesthetics of the community more tourist friendly. In particular, you went over the top this winter with decorations and a festive environment for ...

To the editor: I would like to take this opportunity to thank our community, parents, teachers, students and administration for 18 years of support and interest in the Elementary World Language Program at Lake Placid Elementary School. Thank you also to the Adirondack Teachers Center, the ...