A Brief History of Valley View Memorial Chapel Valley View Memorial Chapel in Ticonderoga is an iconic structure, familiar to citizens and visitors alike. There is a peace here, a feeling of calm and serenity that lays over this location like a blanket. Set gently atop a hill in the Lord Howe Valley south of … Read More
Local Health & Wellness in the Ticonderoga Region The Ticonderoga area and surrounding regions offer a number of conventional medical services including hospitals, primary care physicians, dentists, pediatric care, women’s healthcare services, and emergency medicine. In addition, many people are seeking ways to live a healthy lifestyles and improve their overall wellness. Here in the … Read More
Senior Living Communities in the Ticonderoga Region Thanks to the variety of Ticonderoga senior living communities, there is housing available to fit our local seniors’ needs. Whether you or a loved one are seeking a facility offering attentive medical care, or a comfortable apartment to accommodate independent living, you have options here. Many senior housing … Read More
So…there’s a huge snow event on the way, with possible accumulations of 20″ or more! Did you know that on March 26, 2001, Lake Placid received 28″ of snow? People in this neck of the woods know how to survive an Adirondack snow storm! If you’ve grown up in the Essex County area, there’s just … Read More
Tending The Tip-Ups: Ice Fishing in Ticonderoga – Essex County NY This is the time of year when being known as “the land between two lakes” is really kind of awesome! Ice fishing in Ticonderoga and the surrounding Essex County region is a treasured winter activity. We are surrounded by fresh clean bodies of water. … Read More
Ticonderoga Star Trek Series Tour Embraces Past, Present & Future Ticonderoga has long been known for its past – a rich history and its significant role in the Revolutionary War. Now the Star Trek Original Series Tour is introducing a new element of history to Ticonderoga. This weekend actor William Shatner – aka Captain Kirk … Read More
Image Gallery of Mountain Mushrooms & Fungi Hiking in the Adirondacks means color! The vibrant greens of spring and summer, and the rich oranges, golds, reds of autumn gives wonder to the heart and depth to the senses. But not just when you’re looking up…try looking down! Adirondack Mountain mushrooms and fungi reveal a world … Read More
The 26th Annual Ticonderoga Area Car Show that was held on Sunday, August 5, 2018 in Ticonderoga’s Bicentennial Park was a huge success! This is such a great event for our area…a family-style event and a unique experience, for sure. A big shout-out to the Adirondack Trail Riders and the Ticonderoga Aea Chamber of Commerce … Read More
What: 2018 Ticonderoga Farmers Market Where: Wicker Wood (1114 Wicker Street) near the Walmart entrance When: Saturdays from 10AM to 1PM – July 7th through mid-October It’s that glorious time of year when fresh fruits, vegetables and products are once again available at the Ticonderoga Farmers Market. Put it on your Saturday morning calendar to come browse a … Read More
by Pam Wehrman Sissons On His New Book Two Million Steps: BAND-AIDS, COCKTAILS, AND FINDING PEACE ALONG SPAIN’S CAMINO DE SANTIAGO Pat Devaney is a native of Ticonderoga NY – a product of small-town America during what was arguably some of its finest hours. Gifted with a great childhood – idyllic by some standards … Read More