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Published September 21Plantastic: Kingston music festival celebrates 50 years of ‘Plantasia,’ music and nature
Over the weekend, Kingston, New York, was home to a special music festival – one devoted to plants and the people who love them.
WAMC Northeast Public Radio
Published September 15Who's welcoming, made of wood, and lives in Tupper Lake? The Wild Center's new troll
This summer, giant wooden trolls have taken over Tupper Lake. They’ve captured the attention, social media feeds, and hearts of those who visit them at the Wild Center.
WAMC Northeast Public Radio
Published September 15Climate Solutions Week in Hudson Valley explores renewables, art, and community
Climate Solutions Week explores different environmental challenges and solutions including: a sustainable fashion runway, a how-to on disposing of refrigerators, a heat pump demonstration, and discussions about data centers.
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Published September 14Man who is paralyzed plans 360-mile ride along towpath on power wheelchair
Ian Mackay wants to show what’s possible for wheelchair users with accessible outdoor infrastructure; Trip goes through Orleans County on Sept. 27-28 Press Release, Ian’s Ride ALBANY TO BUFFALO – Ian Mackay, who is paralyzed from the neck down, will take on his next Big Ride,…
WAMC Northeast Public Radio
Published September 11Battle of Plattsburgh commemoration events this weekend
The annual Battle of Plattsburgh commemoration is occurring in the downtown this weekend
WAMC Northeast Public Radio
Published September 08Wild Center welcomes two-millionth visitor
The Wild Center in Tupper Lake has welcomed its 2-millionth visitor