December 22, 2013

Be Careful Out There

December 22, 2013/ anthony batson

Be extra careful as you get around today – there are several hazardous weather conditions that could impact our area today - so be safe!

According to the National Weather Service, we could be hit with an ice storm -- up to half an inch -- and there’s an advisory until 7pm tonight.

As a result there are a couple of cancellations and closings:

From David Peterson, from Mountainside Bible Chapel:

"Mountainside Bible Chapel Morning Worship Service has been moved to 6pm. The Caroling and Supper is cancelled. This is anticipating the travel ban will be lifted and temperatures will be safe for travel."

Mr. P’s Mountain Smokehouse:

"Hey Mr. P's fans, we're going to be closed today. Hope everyone can stay off the roads, stay safe and "shelter in place" today. If you have holiday goodies or pies you were going to pick up today, please email us and we can set up a time for pick up on Monday or Tuesday".

December 19, 2013

Rocking In The North Country: Schroon Style

December 19, 2013/ anthony batson

Come on out to Witherbee’s tonight for the North Country’s best Open Mic. Check out the emerging talent from this area, including Dyl Runewicz, (pictured above). The show kicks off at 6:30pm. Sign up with Mark Piper.

Where and When: Witherbee's Carriage House, Route 9, in Schroon Lake.

December 19, 2013

Francis Russell Murdock: 1922 - 2013

December 19, 2013/ anthony batson

We have learned of the passing of Francis Russell Murdock, a former Schroon Laker known as an avid hunter and outdoor sportsman, with a personal connection to the Schroon Lake Fish and Game Club's Kids Fishing Derby.

Fran, a decorated World War II veteran, died on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at his home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. after a long illness.

For an older generation he's best known as a DEC game protector and also for his worked at several Schroon Lake businesses. To those who participate in the Kids Fishing Derby, Fran was responsible for each and everyone one of them getting a hand-made fresh-water fishing lure in their tackle boxes.

Lorraine H. DeCesare: 1929 - 2013

December 19, 2013/ anthony batson

We are saddened by the passing of another wonderful Schroon Laker, whose contributions made this a better community for all of us. Lorraine H. DeCesare, 84, passed away peacefully Friday morning, Dec. 13, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.