Whiteface Mountain is getting an early start to the ski season this weekend. The weather's been decent, but it's the snowmaking technology that makes this early opening possible. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are talking about how they can push back against the Trump administration if it sends National Guard troops to New York.

The invasive spotted lanternfly hasn't made it to the North Country yet, but it may not be long. We talk with an expert about how the North Country's cold could prevent a widespread infestation. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul is considering multiple picks for her running mate next year.

New York wants to build a new nuclear power plant in Upstate New York to produce more carbon-free electricity. Assemblyman Scott Gray thinks the state should build it here in the North Country. He's hosting hearings to educate the public. Also: A controversial weapons range proposed in the eastern Adirondacks could be headed to a special APA hearing.

North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is moving on to Albany, trying to unseat Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. We hear from voters in the region, who are finding flaws in both candidates. Also: A Head Start program in Warren County is at risk of closing even if the federal government starts business again soon.

The North Country's newest Assemblymember could begin serving the 115th District as soon as this week. We talk with Democrat Michael Cashman, who says he plans to make the North Country's voice heard as a member of the legislative majority in Albany. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul's administration is clearing a big roadblock for a natural gas pipeline off the coast of New York City.

As the Trump Administration appeals in court to stop funding for SNAP food assistance, millions of people are struggling to put food on the table. We visit food pantries in the North Country where lines are long and people are worried about the coming winter. Also: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is making the rounds doing interviews today after she announced she's running for Governor of New York next year.

Finding a move-in-ready home for less than $200,000 is basically a pipe dream in much of the Adirondacks. But one is for sale in Newcomb, and it represents a potential solution for affordable workforce housing. Also: Lawmakers in Essex County are pushing back against a plan to rename Coon Mountain near Westport, saying its origin isn't derogatory.

In the North Country's top race yesterday, Democrat Michael Cashman kept an Assembly seat with his party in the special election to replace Billy Jones. We sort through the results from yesterday's election. Also: We hear what was on voters' minds in St. Lawrence County.

We visit a small farm in Keeseville that’s rethinking what it means to grow and share food. There are no employees, no price tags, and everything on the farm is offered as a gift to the local community. Also: On Election Day, we sum up the big races in the North Country and one big Adirondack ballot measure that the whole state will vote on.

It's election day tomorrow. Polls are open from 6 am to 9 pm. We'll sort through two local races we're watching - for Canton town supervisor and Clinton County clerk. Also: Biologists are applying lampricide to the Boquet River on Tuesday to try to kill off an invasive fish.

On your back of your ballot this election year is a proposition that could have big implications for the Adirondacks. Proposition 1 would fix a constitutional violation tied to an Olympic sports complex in Lake Placid and add 2,500 acres to the forest preserve. Also: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is releasing her first book as she's about to announce whether she'll run for governor next year.

It's an off-year election season, but there are some big races in the North Country's cities. We sort through who's running in Watertown and Glens Falls and in the special election Assembly race for Billy Jones' seat. Also: Democrats called on the Trump Administration to fully fund SNAP food assistance before Saturday's deadline, when checks won't go out because of the federal shutdown.

There are an unusually high number of write-in campaigns in Essex County on Election Day. The Adirondack Daily-Enterprise did reporting to figure out why. Also: A state Assemblyman is raising concerns about new bright LED headlights causing distractions for drivers.

In the Adirondack town of Lewis, a man has been conducting military exercises as a contractor for the U.S. government. Now he wants to build a weapons range for military-grade cannons, and it's sparked concerns. Also: The federal government is suing to access New York's voter registration data, including social security and driver's license numbers.

A special election will decide who gets to be the North Country's newest Assemblymember. We'll learn about Democrat Michael Cashman and Republican Brent Davison and their positions leading up to election day next week. Also: Democrats may get another chance to create new congressional districts in New York thanks to a new lawsuit.

On today's Story of the Day, we hear from both sides of the debate over whether to legalize physician-assisted death in New York state. Also, a green group in the Adirondacks is pausing its plan to change the name of a mountain it says is derogatory.

On today's Story of the Day, as Ontario prepares to expand a major highway that cuts through a critical wildlife corridor, an environmental group is pushing for infrastructure that'll help more animals cross it safely. Also, the public comment period for NYSEG’s rate increase case closes tomorrow.

On today's Story of the Day, advocates for people incarcerated in New York state are pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign a bill that would expand prison oversight and require more cameras. Also, we tag along with engineers Radio Bob Sauter and Kurt Lanning to prepare the NCPR transmitter on McCauley Mountain in Old Forge for the winter.

On today's Story of the Day, a conversation with longtime Mountain Lake PBS host Thom Hallock, who recently retired from full-time journalism. Also, a look at what Jefferson County voters can expect when they head to the polls this election.

On today's Story of the Day, we hear from Trump opponents and supporters who attended Saturday's "No Kings" rally in Potsdam. Also, a jury has convicted one former corrections officer and acquitted two others of murdering inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility last year.