The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism has compiled and released the results of its fourth annual tourism impact survey, conducted in late 2025. The survey gathered feedback from residents and business owners in Essex and Hamilton counties, as well as the villages of Tupper Lake and...
The community of Saranac Lake will be hosting its North Country New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31 beginning at 5:00 p.m. Residents and visitors from across the North Country and the Adirondacks are encouraged to take part in the festivities. The event offers a family-oriented...
Study quantifies housing demand and preferences to guide future developmentA comprehensive research study and analysis commissioned by the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) has identified substantial market potential for both primary and secondary housing units to be constructed in Essex County over the next...
Communities throughout the Adirondacks are planning to welcome residents and visitors to their local holiday craft fairs and celebrations. Many towns and villages have scheduled local craft fairs to align with community celebrations taking place on weekends throughout November and December. These seasonal events offer residents...
Community event organizers are encouraging Adirondack residents and visitors to support the region’s small businesses by shopping locally this holiday season. Small Business Saturday will take place on November 29; dedicated to supporting small businesses and by encouraging people to shop in their local communities. The...
The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) is seeking feedback from residents and business owners within Essex and Hamilton counties, along with the villages of Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake, regarding their perception of how tourism affects the economy and impacts the region. The survey will...
The second annual High Peaks Harvest Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 18 from 12 - 4 p.m. at Berkley Green in downtown Saranac Lake. The harvest festival is a celebration of fall in the region, and the kickoff to the Saranac Lake...
The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism has received two awards from the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) at a ceremony that took place during the organization’s 2025 annual meeting in Lake George on September 11. The awards recognize outstanding initiatives and achievements of New...
Survey developed by the Climate Smart Communities Task Force The Village of Saranac Lake’s Climate Smart Communities Task Force is asking for input regarding the local government’s environmental initiatives to curb the effects of the changing climate. Community members are encouraged to complete a survey that...
The Crown Point State Historic Site, along with the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST), in partnership with Essex County, have developed the Lake Champlain Region History Bus Tour in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the nation in 2026. The bus tour is taking...