David Escobar

2 weeks ago | northcountrypublicradio.org | David Escobar

David EscobarUpstate NY woman draws on immigrant experience to diversify Adirondack trails Lucienne Nicholson grew up in the bustling capital of Haiti, but her fondest childhood memories were formed in the countryside, visiting her grandmother’s farm. She walked barefoot through orchards of coffee and cacao plants, immersed in the landscape. “Everything was so pure, so completely undisturbed by the human presence,” said Nicholson.

1 month ago | adirondackexplorer.org | David Escobar

By Adirondack ExplorerIn June 2024, North Country Public Radio and Adirondack Explorer launched a multi-year project to explore who feels included in Adirondack communities, who is left out, and how the Adirondacks can be a more welcoming place for all. Starting March 25 in North Creek, the two media outlets are bringing that conversation to three towns spread across the region.

1 month ago | adirondackexplorer.org | David Escobar

By David EscobarRainbow Pride flags were sprawled across the main lodge at Whiteface Mountain this past weekend as skiers in vibrant gear clomped through the crowded lounge, eager to hit the slopes. Among them was Paige Herbst, dressed in a teal and purple jacket and a colorful hat adorned with the phrase “Outside Pride.”“We’re here, we’re queer, and ready to ski!” she said, with a chuckle. Herbst was among dozens of attendees at the inaugural Adirondack Winter Pride weekend.

1 month ago | northcountrypublicradio.org | David Escobar

David EscobarHitting the slopes at inaugural winter Pride celebration at WhitefaceRainbow Pride flags were sprawled across the main lodge at Whiteface Mountain this past weekend as skiers in vibrant gear clomped through the crowded lounge, eager to hit the slopes. Among them was Paige Herbst, dressed in a teal and purple jacket and a colorful hat adorned with the phrase “Outside Pride.” “We're here, we're queer, and ready to ski!” she said, with a chuckle.

1 month ago | adirondackexplorer.org | David Escobar

By David EscobarA musical comedy inspired by the controversial closure of a public library in Lake Luzerne in September 2023 is set to open at a Glens Falls theater in June. “Drag Queen Story Hour: The Musical,” written by Neal Herr, draws on the controversy surrounding a proposed drag queen story event at the Rockwell Falls Public Library. The event was ultimately canceled after months of community conflict, which led to the library’s closure in September 2023 until its reopening in March 2024.