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Webb Police Dept. reports recent activity

Town of Webb Police Chief John Russell reported the following activities over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

• A Plattsburgh couple and a two-year-old child escaped injury when their vehicle was hit by a trailer carrying a sailboat on Route 28 on Friday, July 5 at approximately 4 p.m.

According to Chief Russell, Sean and Rebecca Conklin were traveling southbound when the northbound trailer being hauled by James Blasland of Liverpool, NY came loose just north of the highway department garage.

The sailboat came off the trailer and struck the vehicle, taking the car roof off, Russell said.

Chief Russell reported that the Conklins saw the sailboat coming their way and were able to duck.  Continue reading →

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Jan Brynilsen memoir chronicles life at Brynilsen’s Viking Village

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAJan Brynilsen recently published a memoir, Third Story View: Legacy of an Adirondack Hotel, which recounts over 50 years of running Brynilsen’s Viking Village with her husband Rolf Brynilsen.

The book is named for the 25 years the couple lived on the third floor of the hotel before building their own chalet on the lake, and tells the story of the people, traditions and the place that became its legacy.

Brynilsen, a retired teacher who taught elementary school in Rochester and Rome for 25 years, said writing the book was something she always wanted to do.   Continue reading →

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Strand gala volunteers, Doc and Judy Foley, David Ehrensbeck, Laurie Barkauskas, Martha Denio, and Mike Farmer. Photo by Dawn Montanye

Strand gala volunteers, Doc and Judy Foley, David Ehrensbeck, Laurie Barkauskas, Martha Denio, and Mike Farmer. Photo by Dawn Montanye

A gala fundraiser sponsored by CAP-21 and the Central Adirondack Association (CAA) and organized by a group of local citizens will celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Strand Theatre and support its continuation.

The anniversary gala is planned for 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 25 on the Forge Knoll in Old Forge.

David Ehrensbeck and Martha Denio dress in the vintage attire they plan to wear on the day of the Strand Theatre Gala celebration. Photo by Dawn Montanye

David Ehrensbeck and Martha Denio dress in the vintage attire they plan to wear on the day of the Strand Theatre Gala celebration. Photo by Dawn Montanye

Held under the big tent, the evening celebration will feature cocktails, food from area restaurants and live entertainment by Al Nathan and Joe Bolton, said Doc Foley, co-organizer of the event.

There will also be a silent and live auction of items donated by local artisans and businesses.

Among the items collected to date are a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture built by Jim Kiefer of Shelter, a hand-crafted pack basket, a framed photograph of a wood duck by Sue Kiesel, and a quilt by the Pointed Pine Quilters.

The photograph and quilt are currently on display at the Strand. Continue reading →

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MaryAnn Nelson, Carol Hornick, second row, Joanna Strike, Connie Milligan, and Terry Olsen. Photo by Dawn Montanye

MaryAnn Nelson, Carol Hornick, second row, Joanna Strike, Connie Milligan, and Terry Olsen. Photo by Dawn Montanye

Carroll Turner, left, and George Whitton. Photo by Dawn Montanye

Carroll Turner, left, and George Whitton. Photo by Dawn Montanye

Area singers and musicians ages nine to 90 will present a concert “Songs for the Strand-Movie Music You Know and Love” on Saturday, August 3 at 5 p.m at View to benefit the Strand Theatre’s digital conversion.

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Frisky Otter Tours offering Paddling Partners programs

Connie Perry, owner of Frisky Otter Tours in Inlet, will offer a new “Paddling Partners” program starting Thursday, July 11th.

The program is designed to provide support and assistance to people who would like to go kayaking but may need help with transportation, destination knowledge, paddling skills, or just want someone to paddle with for safety or social reasons, Perry said.

Frisky Otter Tours encourages people with special needs to also sign up for the program.

This new program will be available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday through August 29th. The cost per guided trip, including transportation, is $35 for those who need a boat and equipment, and $25 for those who already have a boat.

If you need equipment Frisky Otter staff will set you up with the right boat for your skill level, body type and conditions.

The program is being offered at a lower rate than the regular guided tours, Perry said, as an incentive for people who want to go kayaking but are uncomfortable going out on their own.

Trip destinations include Seventh Lake, South Inlet of Raquette Lake, Brown’s Tract Pond, Moss Lake, Limekiln Lake, Eighth Lake, Big Moose Lake and South Pond.

Reservations are required and can be made up until the day of the trip. Space is limited to ten people including staff. To make a reservation call (315) 357-3444 or email friskyottertours@yahoo.com.

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