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By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

Norm Macdonald’s famous “Moth Joke” — Google it — is one of the greatest jokes of all time. It’s also a great example of what made him special; off kilter and earnest, pushing the audience out of their comfort zone without losing their affection.

The Canadian comedian and former “Saturday Night Live” star died Tuesday after a long, private battle with cancer.

He was …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Three major annual local events return this week after a year’s Covid hiatus.
Lake George Jazz Weekend goes full force at Shepard Park in Lake George Village, Sept. 17-19.
Americade touring motorcycle rally rolls into Lake George starting Monday, Sept. 20, through Saturday, Sept. 25.
Adirondack Balloon Festival (curtailed but still very much happening) runs Sept. 23-26.
• Warrensburg’s World’s Largest Garage Sale returns, …

Health & Fitness Quarterly Adirondack Balloon Fest 8/23-26. Ella’s Adirondack adventure. Kingsbury solar. What’s on & what’s not. LG Village nabs $1-million in parking meter revenue, a first. YMCA lifeguard shortage; latest challenge of many. Gyms rebound; people ‘cooped up for so long’ Sandy’s Clam Bar Reunion at Heritage Hall will also kick off ‘Pete Brock Challenge’ for Operation Santa, Sept. 24. Concerts, comedy, shows… The Chronicle always has the …

Our Autumn Wedding Issue 20-year 9/11 commemorations. Adirondack Nationals Car Show in Lake George, Sept. 9-12. College football another great US divide. Meanwhile at Moab. Boats by George buying LG Forum. Walmart: We’re hiring for Johnstown distribution center; start at $23.75 hour. Subway franchisee to build shop & plaza in SGF Concerts, comedy, shows… The Chronicle always has the region’s best Arts & Entertainment section!

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By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Matt Witten hit the big-time writing so TV series such as Law and Order and CSI: Miami, but now his focus is on writing novels, including a new one inspired by actual events in Lake Luzerne.

Matt has readings and book signings coming up locally.

Here’s an interview conducted by email.

Cathy: Gosh, it must be 20 years since you lived here and I …