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Author: Derek Muirden
Murray’s Fools: A Distillery Makes It’s Mark
Our Derek Muirden takes us to a new distillery that’s opened in the North Country, and tells us why it’s named after a famous writer. The distillery is producing its spirits in small batches to start, so distribution is limited, however, you can visit their website at Murray’s Fools Distillery for a list of local…
Adirondack Quilters Exhibited | People Near Here
Derek Muirden takes us to a quilt show at the Peru Free Library featuring works by some of the most talented quilters in the Adirondacks. The exhibit runs through April 6th. Learn more: www.perufreelibrary.org or www.facebook.com/PeruFreeLibrary People Near Here is supported by Valcour Brewing Company, with additional support from Northern Insuring Agency and Lake Forest.
People Near Here | Dartbrook
In his latest People Near Here segment, Derek Muirden introduces us to a rustic designer, who along with a team of talented craftsmen and artisans, is at the forefront of what some are calling a “rustic renaissance” in the Adirondacks. Learn more: www.dartbrookrustic.com
White Pine Camp restored to former Adirondack Great Camp glory
Look in every corner of the Adirondacks and you will find at least one of the Park’s iconic, Great Camps. And while some spared no expense, not all of the Great Camps went overboard on size & style. Some smaller camps were also built that traded rustic opulence for a rustic setting. Our Derek Muirden…
People Near Here | Mohawk Art Show
Derek Muirden takes us to the Adirondack Experience on Blue Mountain Lake for the first Mohawk & Abenaki Art Market showcasing the work of Indigenous Artists.
People Near Here | Adirondack Architecture
In his latest People Near Here segment, Derek Muirden interviews architectural historian and author Richard Longstreth about his new book that showcases architectural landmarks in the Adirondacks. To learn more: www.aarch.org
People Near Here | Crash Memorial
A new memorial is unveiled honoring the National Guard Airmen killed 40-years ago when their helicopter crashed into Trembleau Mountain in Keeseville, New York, as they were returning to their air base on Long Island from a training mission on Lake Champlain. Our Derek Muirden attended the ceremony unveiling the memorial, held 40-years-to-the-day that the…
People Near Here | B-47
On this Memorial Day weekend, a call is going out for volunteers to help restore a historic B-47 Bomber that sits at the entrance to the former Air Force Base in Plattsburgh, that has become a North Country landmark. The B-47 Bomber, and an FB-111 fighter jet were part of the squadrons stationed at the…
Making Waves
Two long-time radio broadcasters have purchased an FM-station and moved to studios in the heart of downtown Plattsburgh with plans to make the new station part of the growing arts and music scene in the City. People Near Here is made possible with local support from Valcour Brewing Company, Northern Insuring, and Lake Forest.