Editor’s note 10/03/16: This article has been edited to reflect the Eastern NY Marine Trades Association as the correct name of the organization. The Lake George Park Commission thinks two high profile boat crashes on Lake George this past summer is a few too many. Starting next summer, if you’re renting a boat on Lake...
“The 518” Will Never Be The Same – 838 Is Coming!
Just like rotary phones, pay phones, and the ubiquitous use of household landlines, collectively referring to our corner of the world as “The 518” is coming to an end. That’s right folks – we’ve finally outgrown the 518! A second area code is being added to our region — here’s how and when this...
Lake George Officials Continue to Call For an End to Log Bay Day
Many Lake George and New York State (NYS) officials, area visitors and local residents have called for a permanent end to Log Bay Day after a fatal boating accident occurred following the annual July party. The incident sparked an online petition that gathered over 1,000 signatures in support of its demise, and a reexamination of...
Lake George Embraces Think Differently Initiative – Looks Forward To Its Implementation
Lake George is on the leading edge of a new initiative designed to help both local governments and residents ‘Think Differently’ and accept people with disabilities more readily, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Lake George has taken on the new initiative, following its successful implementation downstate in Dutchess County. In the Capital Region/Southern...
Some Other Great Beaches To Explore In & Near Lake George
Editors Note – 8/20: Million Dollar Beach is open after less than 24 hours closed. This article has been updated to reflect that information. If you have heard that Million Dollar Beach is currently closed, you may be wondering about additional swimming and sunbathing options. First, here is what happened. The New York State...
Lake George Gateway Project Slated To Begin
The busy Route 9 corridor between Northway Exit 21 and West Brook Road is about to get a much anticipated $7 million makeover that will beautify the area and make it more accommodating to pedestrians and bicyclists as well as...
Missing Wedding Ring Found & Returned To Owner 40 Years Later
Anyone who has ever been boating or swimming knows the risk of losing objects to the water. Whether it be cameras, hats, jewelry, sunglasses, or cell phones, there's always a chance that something will make a splash and never resurface....
How To Protect Yourself from the Increasing Tick Population
I think we can all agree that this may have been one of the longest, coldest winters Lake George has faced in recent years. While it may have damaged our spirits, it unfortunately did not cause any damage to the...
Lake George Association Wins $10,000 Grant
More than 23,000 votes later, the Lake George Association was successful in its mission to secure a $10,000 grant from the Boat U.S. Foundation!On behalf of the Lake George Association, everyone here at LakeGeorge.com would like to thank those of...
Silver Bay Wins Best Venue For Family Reunion
Congratulations to Silver Bay YMCA, recently distinguished as the Best Venue For A Family Reunion or Gathering in Unique Venues Magazine Winter 2015 Best Of Awards. Self branded as a conference and family retreat center, Silver Bay YMCA is located in...