Long Lake - A Real Adirondack Experience
- Long Lake
- Raquette Lake
- Calendar of Events
- What 2 Do
- Kids Korner
- Contact & Maps
- blog/news
Archive for the ‘Breaking News’ Category
Associated Press (from the Wall Street Journal OnLine)
LONG LAKE, N.Y. — The central Adirondack town of Long Lake has purchased 46 acres of land from The Nature Conservancy that was part of the preservation group’s 2007 purchase of 161,000 acres from Finch, Pruyn & Co.
The Long Lake purchase, for $36,720, is among the “community enhancement” parcels included in a conservation plan that balances economic development, recreation and ecological protection.
The town has several uses in mind, including gravel excavation, timber harvesting and nature trails.
The conservation plan preserves more than 92,000 acres of commercial timberland and secures snowmobile connector trails in nearly a dozen communities, including Long lake.
The plan also calls for 65,000 acres to be transferred in coming years to the state to become Forest Preserve and available to all for outdoor recreation.
—Copyright 2012 Associated Press
Associated Press (from the Wall Street Journal OnLine)
LONG LAKE, N.Y. — The central Adirondack town of Long Lake has purchased 46 acres of land from The Nature Conservancy that was part of the preservation group’s 2007 purchase of 161,000 acres from Finch, Pruyn & Co.
The Long Lake purchase, for $36,720, is among the “community enhancement” parcels included in a conservation plan that balances economic development, recreation and ecological protection.
The town has several uses in mind, including gravel excavation, timber harvesting and nature trails.
The conservation plan preserves more than 92,000 acres of commercial timberland and secures snowmobile connector trails in nearly a dozen communities, including Long lake.
The plan also calls for 65,000 acres to be transferred in coming years to the state to become Forest Preserve and available to all for outdoor recreation.
—Copyright 2012 Associated Press
... Read more
On February 3rd and 4th in Long Lake, NY join the Town of Long Lake in welcoming The Ice Farm for a winter event celebrating community and the season.
The Ice Farm is owned and operated by world class ice sculptor Stanley Kolonko. Stan uses the best ice south of the Arctic Circle, utilizing reverse osmosis filtration, Clinebell ice machines and a good amount of patience.
Over the years Stan has been competing on an international level and he won 1st place with his partner Chris Uyehara of Skaneateles at the Harbin International Ice Sculpture Competition in Harbin, China in Janaury 2010. Stan has also ranked by the Academy of Ice Carving and Design as a top ice carving company in the US.
Look for mini-events celebrating Stan’s artistry and the welcoming of February throughout the town during the day. Spectators are welcome to watch him work and take photos and submit for a photo competition. Stop by each location while Stan carves – you’ll never know what they’ve got planned, a hot winter drink to warm you to your toes or a kids story hour at the Long Lake Library. Check bac On February 3rd and 4th in Long Lake, NY join the Town of Long Lake in welcoming The Ice Farm for a winter event celebrating community and the season.
The Ice Farm is owned and operated by world class ice sculptor Stanley Kolonko. Stan uses the best ice south of the Arctic Circle, utilizing reverse osmosis filtration, Clinebell ice machines and a good amount of patience.
Over the years Stan has been competing on an international level and he won 1st place with his partner Chris Uyehara of Skaneateles at the Harbin International Ice Sculpture Competition in Harbin, China in Janaury 2010. Stan has also ranked by the Academy of Ice Carving and Design as a top ice carving company in the US.
Look for mini-events celebrating Stan’s artistry and the welcoming of February throughout the town during the day. Spectators are welcome to watch him work and take photos and submit for a photo competition. Stop by each location while Stan carves – you’ll never know what they’ve got planned, a hot winter drink to warm you to your toes or a kids story hour at the Long Lake Library. Check bac ... Read more
The Town of Long Lake has announced it has been awarded a matching grant of $18,000 from the Department of State to complete the Nature Trail connecting two business districts in the town of Long Lake. The Nature Trail is designed to increase pedestrian traffic around Jennings Park Pond and to offer a quiet, natural alternative to visitors and residents in the center of town. It’s a great spot to watch birds, including herons, bald eagles and plenty of geese. It is a popular fishing spot stocked with trout in the spring. The Nature Trail is a widening of trail connecting the Long Lake Town Ball Field around the pond leading to the Long Lake Beach Area, Helms Seaplane Base and the Adirondack Hotel.
Projects to improve the nature trail include adding pedestrian viewing, adding safety measures, widening the trails, and to identify the flora and fauna along the route. Long term plans include expanding to the Long Lake Diner, across route 30 along the brook to Hoss’s Country Corner. Eventually the goal is to increase the length up to one mile. Also key areas will be identified at the Long The Town of Long Lake has announced it has been awarded a matching grant of $18,000 from the Department of State to complete the Nature Trail connecting two business districts in the town of Long Lake. The Nature Trail is designed to increase pedestrian traffic around Jennings Park Pond and to offer a quiet, natural alternative to visitors and residents in the center of town. It’s a great spot to watch birds, including herons, bald eagles and plenty of geese. It is a popular fishing spot stocked with trout in the spring. The Nature Trail is a widening of trail connecting the Long Lake Town Ball Field around the pond leading to the Long Lake Beach Area, Helms Seaplane Base and the Adirondack Hotel.
Projects to improve the nature trail include adding pedestrian viewing, adding safety measures, widening the trails, and to identify the flora and fauna along the route. Long term plans include expanding to the Long Lake Diner, across route 30 along the brook to Hoss’s Country Corner. Eventually the goal is to increase the length up to one mile. Also key areas will be identified at the Long ... Read more
From Adirondack Almanack, written by Diane Chase with additional contribution from Long Lake Parks and Rec.
This Saturday, October 8, two fall festivals have combined forces for what is shaping up to be a fun family event. The Long Lake Harvest Fest and The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts Pet Fest will be held at the ball field in Long Lake from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pumpkins
“We have been working with the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts to make this an event for everyone,” says Long Lake Event Coordinator Danielle Gagnier. “It is the third year for the Pet Fest and we wanted to work with our neighbors at The Center to provide an active event for the Columbus weekend.”
According to Gagnier, the Long Lake Oktober Pet Fest will host a variety of unique activities geared toward pet owners. There will be a pet agility course with everything from seesaw to hurdles. Owners can register their pets for a maze and the pet show. Prizes will be awarded for Best Pet Trick, Most Unique Pet, Look Like Your Pet and Best Stuffed Pet.
The stuffed pet can be anything from toy to taxidermy. Don’t worry t From Adirondack Almanack, written by Diane Chase with additional contribution from Long Lake Parks and Rec.
This Saturday, October 8, two fall festivals have combined forces for what is shaping up to be a fun family event. The Long Lake Harvest Fest and The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts Pet Fest will be held at the ball field in Long Lake from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pumpkins
“We have been working with the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts to make this an event for everyone,” says Long Lake Event Coordinator Danielle Gagnier. “It is the third year for the Pet Fest and we wanted to work with our neighbors at The Center to provide an active event for the Columbus weekend.”
According to Gagnier, the Long Lake Oktober Pet Fest will host a variety of unique activities geared toward pet owners. There will be a pet agility course with everything from seesaw to hurdles. Owners can register their pets for a maze and the pet show. Prizes will be awarded for Best Pet Trick, Most Unique Pet, Look Like Your Pet and Best Stuffed Pet.
The stuffed pet can be anything from toy to taxidermy. Don’t worry t ... Read more
On Saturday, September 17th, 2011 at 7:30pm the Town of Long Lake will be presenting Babik Jazz Group at the Long Lake Town Hall.
Babik (pronounced Bah-Beek) is a progressive Gypsy Jazz band inspired by the legendary guitarist Django Reinhardt. One of those rare musical ensembles that can truly reach across generational and stylistic lines to create a fan base that is as diverse as their musical influences. At their concerts it is not uncommon to see a white-haired 75 year-old grandmother dancing next to a purple-haired 20-something.
Babik has the ability to bridge passionate jaw-dropping virtuosity, with a rare toe-tapping danceability that keeps its audiences enthusiastically engaged. The group’s ability to connect is evident in the way crowds clamber to clap, dance, and cheer along with nearly every performance. Since forming in 2005, Babik has enjoyed both commercial and artistic success.
All four members (Stuart Fuchs-Lead Guitar, Geoffrey Fitzhugh Perry-Violin, Joshua Assad-Rhythm Guitar, Kevin O’Brien-Upright Bass) are full time professional musicians, and the success of their partnership, On Saturday, September 17th, 2011 at 7:30pm the Town of Long Lake will be presenting Babik Jazz Group at the Long Lake Town Hall.
Babik (pronounced Bah-Beek) is a progressive Gypsy Jazz band inspired by the legendary guitarist Django Reinhardt. One of those rare musical ensembles that can truly reach across generational and stylistic lines to create a fan base that is as diverse as their musical influences. At their concerts it is not uncommon to see a white-haired 75 year-old grandmother dancing next to a purple-haired 20-something.
Babik has the ability to bridge passionate jaw-dropping virtuosity, with a rare toe-tapping danceability that keeps its audiences enthusiastically engaged. The group’s ability to connect is evident in the way crowds clamber to clap, dance, and cheer along with nearly every performance. Since forming in 2005, Babik has enjoyed both commercial and artistic success.
All four members (Stuart Fuchs-Lead Guitar, Geoffrey Fitzhugh Perry-Violin, Joshua Assad-Rhythm Guitar, Kevin O’Brien-Upright Bass) are full time professional musicians, and the success of their partnership, ... Read more
On September 30th through October 1st, the Town of Long Lake will be hosting the 2nd Annual Adirondack Affair Weekend with soap opera actresses two-time Emmy winner, Martha Byrne, best known as Lily Snyder from As The World Turns and Emmy-nominated Ellen Dolan, best known as Margo Hughes, As the World Turns.Martha and Ellen Before the Cabaret
Friday Night features a VIP welcome cocktail reception and a Cabaret Performance at an area Long Lake Business to be announced.
Martha with two fans Megan & Jamie!
Saturday will be a day of rogue video production featuring participants in this unique weekend themed “Shooting on Location.” Scripted material developed specifically for Adirondack Affair will follow the story of the fictional Duryea Family. Grace Duryea (Martha Byrne) has returned to the quiet burg of Long Lake after the death of her father. She has arrived for the reading of his will and stands to inherit vast tracts of land, properties and businesses vital to the survival of the local economy. Charlotte, played by Ellen Dolan, will be on alert to the arrival of Grace Duryea, protecting secret On September 30th through October 1st, the Town of Long Lake will be hosting the 2nd Annual Adirondack Affair Weekend with soap opera actresses two-time Emmy winner, Martha Byrne, best known as Lily Snyder from As The World Turns and Emmy-nominated Ellen Dolan, best known as Margo Hughes, As the World Turns.Martha and Ellen Before the Cabaret
Friday Night features a VIP welcome cocktail reception and a Cabaret Performance at an area Long Lake Business to be announced.
Martha with two fans Megan & Jamie!
Saturday will be a day of rogue video production featuring participants in this unique weekend themed “Shooting on Location.” Scripted material developed specifically for Adirondack Affair will follow the story of the fictional Duryea Family. Grace Duryea (Martha Byrne) has returned to the quiet burg of Long Lake after the death of her father. She has arrived for the reading of his will and stands to inherit vast tracts of land, properties and businesses vital to the survival of the local economy. Charlotte, played by Ellen Dolan, will be on alert to the arrival of Grace Duryea, protecting secret ... Read more
Long Lake, NY, August 12, 2011
US Senator’s Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand stopped by Long Lake Central School on Friday, August 12th as part of a whirlwind tour of the Adirondack North Country Region to meet with leaders from around the Adirondacks and to engage in conversation about jobs and the most vital issues facing Adirondack residents today.
On tap for the structured panel discussion included William Farber, Chairman of the Hamilton County Board of Supervisors, Brian Towers, President of the Adirondack Association of Towns and Villages, Mark Brand, Superintendent of Indian Lake Central School, Kate Fish, Executive Director of ANCA, Garry Douglas, President and CEO of the North Country Chamber of Commerce, and Ann Melious, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for Hamilton County.
Senators Schumer and Gillibrand outside Long Lake Central School
Kirsten Gillibrand arrived in the room first, shook everyone’s hand and made light of the fact that Chuck was still out in the hallway talking. Gillibrand opened up the discussion with her appreciation for everyone coming out to meet with Long Lake, NY, August 12, 2011
US Senator’s Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand stopped by Long Lake Central School on Friday, August 12th as part of a whirlwind tour of the Adirondack North Country Region to meet with leaders from around the Adirondacks and to engage in conversation about jobs and the most vital issues facing Adirondack residents today.
On tap for the structured panel discussion included William Farber, Chairman of the Hamilton County Board of Supervisors, Brian Towers, President of the Adirondack Association of Towns and Villages, Mark Brand, Superintendent of Indian Lake Central School, Kate Fish, Executive Director of ANCA, Garry Douglas, President and CEO of the North Country Chamber of Commerce, and Ann Melious, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for Hamilton County.
Senators Schumer and Gillibrand outside Long Lake Central School
Kirsten Gillibrand arrived in the room first, shook everyone’s hand and made light of the fact that Chuck was still out in the hallway talking. Gillibrand opened up the discussion with her appreciation for everyone coming out to meet with ... Read more
Schumer, Gillibrand visit here together
August 11, 2011
By NATHAN BROWN – Staff Writer (nbrown@adirondackdailyenterprise.com) , Adirondack Daily Enterprise
SARANAC LAKE – Both of New York’s U.S. senators will be in town Friday and will hold three events together, focused on economic issues.
The first event will be at 9 a.m. at North Country Community College in Saranac Lake. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer are hosting a “Rural Care for Veterans Round Table” with representatives of Saranac Lake’s Veterans Administration clinic, St. Joseph’s Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers, Homeward Bound Adirondacks and the state Department of Veterans Affairs.
Then they’ll shoot down to Long Lake, where, according to their schedules, they plan to hold a roundtable with local business and community leaders at 10:45 a.m. at Long Lake Central School. A press release from Gillibrand said this roundtable will “highlight sustainable economy initiatives including the Common Ground Alliance and the Adirondack Partnership and economic development efforts f Schumer, Gillibrand visit here together
August 11, 2011
By NATHAN BROWN – Staff Writer (nbrown@adirondackdailyenterprise.com) , Adirondack Daily Enterprise
SARANAC LAKE – Both of New York’s U.S. senators will be in town Friday and will hold three events together, focused on economic issues.
The first event will be at 9 a.m. at North Country Community College in Saranac Lake. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer are hosting a “Rural Care for Veterans Round Table” with representatives of Saranac Lake’s Veterans Administration clinic, St. Joseph’s Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers, Homeward Bound Adirondacks and the state Department of Veterans Affairs.
Then they’ll shoot down to Long Lake, where, according to their schedules, they plan to hold a roundtable with local business and community leaders at 10:45 a.m. at Long Lake Central School. A press release from Gillibrand said this roundtable will “highlight sustainable economy initiatives including the Common Ground Alliance and the Adirondack Partnership and economic development efforts f ... Read more
Every Thursday throughout the summer on both mylonglake.com and at the Long Lake Facebook Fan Page the Long Lake Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department will post the “Weekly Round Up”
Full weekend ahead! Here’s what’s happening in Long Lake to keep you and your dad busy this Father’s Day Weekend!
Friday, June 17th,
Beach is FINALLY open! Get out your UVA and UVB sunscreen, your towels, your sand toys, your beach chairs and head on over. The Long Lake Lifeguards will be on duty daily from 10am – 6pm.
Helm’s Aero Service Community Appreciation Day
Tom Helms and co. would like to say thank you to the community with two days of free seaplane rides for Long Lake residents! Don’t miss this chance to see your beautiful community by air!
Saturday, June 18th
Fish & Game Club Bass Derby
6am-3pm, Town Beach
Happy Bass Season! Kick-off the opening day with a little competition. Get yourself out of bed early, cuz you have to register between 6 and 6:30 sharp. Late registrations not allowed, my friends. Fish til 3pm, then head back to the beach for the off Every Thursday throughout the summer on both mylonglake.com and at the Long Lake Facebook Fan Page the Long Lake Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department will post the “Weekly Round Up”
Full weekend ahead! Here’s what’s happening in Long Lake to keep you and your dad busy this Father’s Day Weekend!
Friday, June 17th,
Beach is FINALLY open! Get out your UVA and UVB sunscreen, your towels, your sand toys, your beach chairs and head on over. The Long Lake Lifeguards will be on duty daily from 10am – 6pm.
Helm’s Aero Service Community Appreciation Day
Tom Helms and co. would like to say thank you to the community with two days of free seaplane rides for Long Lake residents! Don’t miss this chance to see your beautiful community by air!
Saturday, June 18th
Fish & Game Club Bass Derby
6am-3pm, Town Beach
Happy Bass Season! Kick-off the opening day with a little competition. Get yourself out of bed early, cuz you have to register between 6 and 6:30 sharp. Late registrations not allowed, my friends. Fish til 3pm, then head back to the beach for the off ... Read more