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Fairs & Festivals: Your Weekend Things To Do
Check out the third annual Lake City Arts Festival on Saturday! This event runs from noon to 6:30 p.m. in downtown Plattsburgh and showcases local and regional talent. Additionally, it will include a Kid's Art zone, live and interactive art demonstrations, a dedication for a new mural, food trucks, and more.
Beeekmantown football moves former defensive coordinator Joe Fish to head coach
WEST CHAZY, N.Y. — A new face will be leading the Beekmantown High School Eagles on the football field for Friday and Saturday nights. Joe Fish, who worked as an assistant for Beekmantown the past six seasons, will be taking on the role as head coach for the squad this season. Fish becomes the third head coach in the past three seasons after Jamie Lozier led the Eagles in 2022, followed by Scott Aguglia in 2023.
Northern Forest Canoe Trail Rehabs Kent Falls Canoe Carry, Access Points
Cadyville, NY — The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) has completed maintenance on padding infrastructure at Kent Falls on the Saranac River. The NFCT’s stewardship crew, which consists of professional staff and local waterway stewards, rehabilitated the canoe carry in early July. The project, which was carried out in partnership with New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG), was designed to improve safe passage around Kent Falls and enhance access to this section of the Saranac River.
North Country Community College offers scholarships for addiction services
SARANAC LAKE, N.Y. (WCAX) - Students interested in fighting the opioid crisis in our region now have an affordable way to help. North Country Community College is offering a new scholarship program for students who are interested in careers in addiction services. The program is funded by New York’s opioid...
Lussier pockets $1,500, secures Vermont 200 starting spot
PLATTSBURGH | Donovan Lussier’s fifth Sportsman Modified victory at Airborne Park Speedway was significant for two reasons. Lussier pocketed $1,500 for winning the 50-lap main event – and in the process – earned a guaranteed starting position for the $10,000-to-win Vermont 200 on Sunday, Sept. 1 at Devil’s Bowl Speedway in West Haven, Vermont.
Vermont Weather: Rainy Start to the Week, Cooler Temperatures Ahead
Burlington, VT – The weather in Burlington is shaping up for a mix of sunny skies and cooler temperatures as we head into the week. Today, temperatures will reach a pleasant high of 79°F under clear, sunny skies. Sunday will see similar weather with a high of 79°F,...
Looking for a good book? Reading picks from the Fletcher Free Library
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Looking for a good book? The librarians at the Fletcher Free Library in Burlington have some ideas for you. The library’s Mary Danko shared her picks with our Katharine Huntley. Watch the video to see their full conversation.
Alumni Business Spotlight: Meet Doug Babcock
Continuing your education can take you in unexpected directions, opening up avenues you never thought to explore. For Doug Babcock, Champlain College played a pivotal role in helping him discover his strengths. From the surprising insights of a Myers-Briggs assessment to founding a company dedicated to developing values-based leaders, Doug has embraced the journey and successfully forged a new career path.
Listen To ‘The Greatest Guitar Solo’ Trey Anastasio ‘Ever (Saw) A Human Play’
While the media has always been quick to compare Phish to the Grateful Dead, there’s perhaps no artist who influenced Trey Anastasio more than Frank Zappa. The Phish guitarist witnessed several Frank Zappa concerts and a 1988 show in Burlington, Vermont included what Anastasio has described as “the greatest guitar solo I’ve ever seen a human play.”
Bare Medical Spa + Laser Center: A Journey of Growth and Excellence
Bare MedSpa in Burlington Vermont: Jamie’s Vision. Jamie Spano, the visionary behind Bare Medical Spa + Laser Center, founded the business in 2012. What began as a modest operation with a single treatment room primarily focused on laser hair removal soon evolved as Jamie recognized the growing demand for advanced aesthetic treatments. In response, the spa expanded to include skincare and cosmetic injections, moving into a two-room facility.
Bazini Named to Hermann Trophy Watch List
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Vermont men's soccer forward Yaniv Bazini was one of 16 NCAA Division I men's soccer players named to the 2024 Hermann Trophy Watch List. The United Soccer Coaches announced the list on Thursday, the first day of the regular season. RELATED LINKS. The Hermann Trophy,...
Summer school spotlight: A season of learning and fun at Union Memorial
COLCHESTER — As the end of August draws near, families are prepping for back-to-school season. But with that also comes a time to celebrate a successful summer of add-on education. Traditionally known as “summer school,” Colchester School District refers to its summer offerings as an “extended school year program.”...
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