The Huletts Current

Invasive Clam Found in Lake George
The Lake George Mirror reports on a new harmful invasive species in Lake George.
Hikers: Like George’s Best Kept Secret
Cat and Thomas Mountains. Ever heard of them? If you love to hike you’ll want to read the Adirondack Almanack.
That’s the Sound of the Garbage Hitting the Fan
The DEC will listen on [...]

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The State Department of Transportation has issued a press release saying that work will commence between exits 18 and 24 of the Northway later this month and continue into October.
This area of highway will be resurfaced and motorists should expect single lane and shoulder closures.
Existing pavement will be removed, portions of guide rails will be [...]

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NY State Runs Out of Cash
The NY Post reports on what the state Comptroller says.
Alan Jackson to Appear in Glens Falls
Country artist Alan Jackson is booked to appear at the Glens Falls Civic Center on Sept. 11, says the Post Star.
You Knew Your National Grid Bills Were High
The Adirondack Almanack does a great investigative piece [...]

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Gov’s Wife Gets No-Bid Deal
The NY Post reports on a no-bid deal that involves the Governor’s wife.
NJ Approves Property Tax Cap / When Will NY?
Our neighbor NJ has approved a property tax cap. It begs the question when will NY show some political courage and do the same. The NY Times reports here.
See How Much [...]

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Georgia O’Keefe’s Lake George Years
The Free George does a good job detailing Georgia O’Keefe’s time in Lake George.
What Would Really Happen if NY Shut Down?
The Post Star opines on what might really happen if NY State shuts down.
Ground Zero Mosque?
Of Mosques and Men presents an original piece about the Mosque proposed near ground zero in [...]

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Andrew Cuomo’s Private Life Not Private After All
The Washington Times does an expose on Andrew Cuomo’s private life.
What is Rock Snot?
WNBZ does a story about a new form of invasive species.
Birding in the Adirondacks
Learn all you want about boreal birds, bugs, and bears at laurakammermeier.com.

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Kayaker Dies in Lake George
An accident claimed the life of a kayacker, the Post Star reports.
Giants Make It Official / Will Return to Albany
The NY Giants will return to Albany this summer. See the press release and practice schedule here.
Fort Ticonderoga’s 1950 3D Premiere
The Adirondack Almanack shares the interesting story of Ticonderoga’s cinematic world premiere. [...]

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Ticonderoga Searching for Another Grocery Store
Denton Publications says Ti wants more than Wal-Mart.
Slew Of New Motor Vehicle Fees
WCBSTV tells us that NY is asking for more $ for just about everything.
Supernova Any Day Now?
I came across this interesting post which seems fascinating. Looks like a relatively nearby star is going to blow.
Man Drowns in Lake [...]

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May 1st is the start of Spring turkey season.
For the Spring Turkey Season, May 1 through 31, hunting is permitted in most areas of the state, except for New York City and Long Island; hunters must have a turkey hunting permit in addition to their small game hunting or sportsman license; shooting hours are from [...]

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Rutland Herald Video: Killington’s Last Day

What a Mess: Albany Budget Update
This Post Star article details how bad things are in Albany.
Editorial: Public-Sector Unions Bankrupting America
This is a growing national issue, that the Washington Times spotlighted in a recent editorial.

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Adirondack Life’s Photography Winners
Every year the magazine, Adirondack Life, holds a photography contest. See this year’s winners here.
NY Has Room to Cut
The NY Post had an article and graphic which shows that there’s plenty of fat to cut from the NY state budget. There just doesn’t seem to be the will in Albany.
One Big Shredder
This [...]

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See Pictures of the iPad
Engadget has some great pictures of the new iPad.
Scaring the Birds Away
The Post Star reports on a novel way to scare birds away from the lake.
Report: School Hiring Increasing, Enrollment Decreasing All Over State
The Post Star reports on a new study which documents the problems caused when NY public schools hired [...]

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Assemblyman Tony Jordan, from the 112th Assembly District, is Huletts representative in the NY State Assembly. He sat down with the Huletts Current this past week for a wide ranging interview.
Today I post part two of my interview with Assemblyman Tony Jordan.
Could you give us an update on the NY state budget crisis. [...]

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Boy Scouts Get New Stamp
The Boy Scouts of America celebrate their 100th anniversary this year, so to commemorate this event, the Postal Service has issued a new stamp. Please remember to purchase the new boy scout stamp and all your other stamps at the Huletts Landing Post Office.

States Pension Funds Not Enough
The Washington Post had [...]

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