(Jan 26, 2026) People in the western part of the North Country say they are continuing to struggle with affordability, according to an annual survey of communities. Also: We take a sub-zero snowshoe trek out to a frozen waterfall in the northern Adirondacks.

(Jan 25, 2026) David Sommerstein braved the cold for a hike to Lampsen Falls in St. Lawrence County.

(Jan 23, 2026) The APA board approved a 10-MW lithium-ion battery storage site near Northville in Fulton County. Locals have expressed concerns over fires and contamination.

(Jan 23, 2026) The Adirondack Park Agency approved a battery storage site near Great Sacandaga Lake at its meeting yesterday; Clarkson University has owned a historic portrait of George Washington for decades, and it's being sold at auction today; and we’ll get a preview of a storytelling event in Canton this weekend, hosted by NCPR and the Adirondack Center for Writing.

(Jan 23, 2026) Now gaining more than 2 minutes of sunlight each day. Summits should be avoided. Dangerously cold wind chills. 8-12 inches of snow at lower elevations.

(Jan 23, 2026) A replica portrait of George Washington owned by Clarkson University sold at auction today for $2.8 million. We hear the fascinating story behind the portrait that was one of the inspirations for the dollar bill. Also: The Adirondack Park Agency approved a battery storage site near Great Sacandaga Lake at its meeting yesterday.

(Jan 23, 2026) Giles Blunt's book "Bad Juliet" is set among the cure cottages in the early 20th Century

(Jan 22, 2026) The St. Lawrence County sheriff's department is considering a partnership with ICE, the agency in charge of the Trump Administration's immigration crackdown. Some lawmakers are concerned, as ICE's aggressive tactics have become one of the nation's biggest controversies. Also: A vacancy on the town council in Malone is prompting accusations of partisanship and disenfranchising voters.

(Jan 22, 2026) The town council shifted from a nearly even party balance to a complete Republican majority.

(Jan 22, 2026) St. Lawrence County is considering a partnership between the sheriff's department and ICE; Malone's town council is leaving a board seat unfilled; and we discuss farm and ag groups' policy priorities for the coming state legislative session with Kitty O'Neil.