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James Kirby Martin Book Prize Finalists Announced
The Fort Plain Museum and Historical Park has announced the finalists for the 2026 James Kirby Martin Book Prize. The…
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Please Support New York Almanack’s Annual Fundraising Today
New York Almanack delivers to you each day. We receive no public funds – we’re supported only by readers like…
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Revolutionary Clinton County: 250th Anniversary Efforts and Events
The American Revolution in what is now Clinton County, NY, was defined by its strategic position on Lake Champlain, a…
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Sag Harbor Whaling Songs – New York Almanack
Long Island played a major role in the development of whaling in the Americas, starting with Native Americans along the…
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Upcoming Pinkster Festivals Planned From NYC to Albany
Pinkster is the historic Afro-Dutch holiday that is distinct to the Hudson Valley, from the Albany area south. In colonial…
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1928 Angler Catches Jug of Liquor While Fishing Lake Champlain
Whitehall‘s Patrick J. Harvey was lucky when it came to fishing and foraging. In late February 1928, spring-like weather had…
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Reminiscences of Balls‑Town Highlight Women’s Contributions
Amy Shannon is an author who writes about local history of the families and community life of Balls‑Town (Ballston Spa…
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Old Fort Niagara Celebrates Three Hundred Years of Military History
This Memorial Day weekend, Old Fort Niagara will highlight 300 years of military history with special exhibits and programs tracing…
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New York Metro Area Sacred Sites Tours May 16th-17th
The New York Landmarks Conservancy 16th annual Sacred Sites Open House will take place Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17th 2026…
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Forest Rangers Fight Wildfires, Recover Body, Respond to Allergic Hiker
New York State Forest Rangers recently fought three wildfires started by illegal debris and garbage burning, and one unattended fire,…
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