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By Jon Hochschartner jon@denpubs.com
INDIAN LAKE Ñ Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced, July 2, new free camping opportunities along some of the most pristine shores of lakes and ponds of the Essex Chain Lakes as well as a plan for public access for hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking and camping on six tracts of land in the central Adirondacks. New York State acquired these former Finch Pruyn & Company lands, which are part of the GovernorÕ s commitment, to improve recreational access and tourism opportunities in the Adirondack Park. Christine Pouch, president of the Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce, said she was happy with CuomoÕ s decision. Ò Anything that heÕ s done recently to promote the Adirondacks is a blessing,Ó Pouch said. Ò When we provide more access to recreational opportunities, it attracts more visitors to our area.Ó Pouch said Indian Lake was very reliant on the tourism industry, adding that 50 percent of the work force in Hamilton County was employed in it. Ò Any time somebody comes and stops in Indian Lake, thereÕ s a chance they will stop at the local StewartsÕ or the local cafe...which generates tourism dollars for us,Ó Pouch said. Twenty-two new tents sites are available, 13 of which will be available at no charge through a permit system administered by the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). In addition, access improvements have created increased paddling opportunities.
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Pantry leader honored for service PAGE 9 NEWCOMB
Gereau pens book on two decades of Tahawus Jake Lindauer, 4, came all the way from Florida for the Indian Lake kid’s fishing derby. He didn’t catch a fish but he scored a hot dog.
Touchdown: tornado confirmed in N. Creek
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NORTH CREEK Ñ Thunderstorms, low pressure, humidity and wind formed a funnel cloud over North Creek on July 8. An initial tornado touchdown was later confirmed by the National Weather Service Survey team out of Albany on July 10. It was stated in their report that the funnel struck Route 28 and touched down for approximately one mile spanning the distance to Bird Pond Road. Per-
sonal damages remained minimal, said North Creek Supervisor Ron Vanselow, and the clean up process is ongoing. Ò About one-half of River Road was nothing but downed trees and power lines,Ó Vanselow said. Ò [As of July 11] Milton avenue was passable on Friday, but still partially blocked.Ó Volunteers with the North Creek Fire Department and emergency medical services were going door to door checking on neighbors and making sure those without power were provided with generators, Vanselow said.
A county-wide alert was issued for generators that could be used by residents. “This was officially our first tornado,” Vanselow said. “In some ways, having it confirmed was validation; people realized they werenÕ t crazy and did really see it.Ó Service was fully restored to all residents Saturday morning by National Grid. Communication issues with the company were also noted by the supervisor. CONTINUED ON PAGE 9
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