Monday, August 1, 2011 at 7:44AM 
There were winners galore, stories to be told about the ones that got away, and a lifetime of summer memories made Saturday at the Schroon Lake Kids Fishing Derby. Read all about the big day in our kids section.
Monday, August 1, 2011 at 7:30AM 
If you haven't had the chance to sample some terrific area produce, then get over to today's Farmer's Market. Besides some taste bud tingling goodies - from artisanal cheeses to fresh baked goodies, whatever you buy will certainly be served up with a smile and some banter from the producers. Our friends report the following exchange took place when they purchased a jar of The Great Pumkin Seed All Natural Pumpkin Seed Butter fromthe folks at the Peanut Principle.
"This is really good for your prostate, although we do not recommend topical application," the wag behind the counter told our friends, living up to the The Peanut Principle's tag line on each label "if it can be nutty."
Get there early for the best selection.
Farmer's Market. Mondays @ The Town Hall Parking Lot. 9 am - 1 pm.
Sunday, July 31, 2011 at 10:15AM 
A vet who grew up in Schroon Lake has won approval to open an elephant preserve at his home in Hope, Maine.
Jim Laurita’s passion for elephants began when he began working for a circus – and ironically, the elephant that he hopes to care for at his new facility, Rosie, was one of the first he worked with decades ago.
Jim’s incredible journey began in 1977 when he joined the Carson and Barnes Circus with his brother Tom as a juggler. In his off hours he started working with elephants and eventually became the elephant handler. You can read more of Jim’s story here.
Did you know Jim or Tom back in the day? Share your memories in comments.
Sunday, July 31, 2011 at 9:05AM 
Searching for the ultimate family camp on Schroon Lake? Check out Real Estate to find out where you can start your every own compound.
Friday, July 29, 2011 at 11:10AM 
We first met Mark Piper just after he and his wife Sharon opened up their Schroon Lake Bed and Breakfast back in 2009.
Little did we know that besides his skills in the kitchen, where he can whip up a killer breakfast, that he was a very talented singer and song writer. If you've seen him play the open mic at Witherbee's on Thursdays, you know what we mean. If you haven't -- then check him out at his new "other" weekly gig every Saturday afternoon in the Town Park next to the Band Shell through the end of the summer.