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We have a big 56 page issue this week, highlighting Washington County and its iconic county fair, which opens on Monday, August 18. The auction for the Civic Center is still on for Monday and could prove to be quite interesting (see pages 3, 7). Our David Cederstrom test drives the Tesla Model S electric car. Gordon’s gives an overview of the Lake George fishery. And 12 pages filled with …

Chronicle editor Mark Frost writes: Clarke and Barbara Dunham have issued an urgent call for help to save their elaborate model train attraction, Railroads On Parade, off Northway Exit 26, Pottersville.

They said the unidentified financial backer who enabled them to open Railroads On Parade is now exiting the project.

Their Website announces: “At the conclusion of the 2014 season Railroads On Parade will be seeking a new year-round location …

It’s our Prime Time Seniors issue! Lots of news, events, things to do! At 82, Joyce Falkenbury emerges as local acting star. First in New York – “Foot Golf” comes to Fort Ann! Can Railroads on Parade be saved? New outlet stores coming to Lake George. And of course, our great events calendar section…so much summer fun still happening.

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By Gordon Woodworth & Mark Frost
Chronicle News Editor & Chronicle Publisher/Editor

A renewed late push to fund the Glens Falls Civic Center with a 1% hike in the occupancy “bed” tax is apparently going nowhere, and Mayor Jack Diamond says the Aug. 18 auction of the Glens Falls Civic Center will proceed.

“If the County asks me to consider canceling the sale of the Civic Center and has a …

Resort real estate in Lake George is hot…whether buying or renting! The latest on the Civic Center auction. Like to hike or camp? Here’s what to do if you happen upon a bear! FAA is cracking down on photography drones. Cathy “discovers” the Stony Creek Inn…and really likes it! Lots of events and concerts to enjoy, get the full schedule in this week’s Chronicle!

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