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By Ben Westcott, Chronicle Staff Writer

Ventriloquist comedian Jeff Dunham had a sold out crowd of 5,286 at the Cool Insuring Arena laughing for two hours on Friday night, as the popular performer and his rambunctious quintet of puppets returned to Glens Falls for the first time since 2013.

Love was in the air as Mr. Dunham and his prankster puppet pals tried out material for their 11th special, “I’m …

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Here it is, The Chronicle’s annual list of dates for some of our area’s most signature events. Be aware: It’s early in the year. Everything is subject to change!

• Winter Realms, now to March 3 in Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George. Walk through light attractions, skating, ice bar, more.
• Winter’s Dream, now to March 30 at Fort William Henry, Lake George. Interactive light-and-sound installation.
• Battle for the Bridge, Jan.

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By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

The New York State Public High School boys basketball tournament might depart Glens Falls for Binghamton — again.

“The recommendation from me is that it goes back to Binghamton,” Dr. Robert Zayas, Executive Director of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association, told The Chronicle Thursday.

“The recommendation from the Boys Basketball Committee is that it goes back to Glens Falls,” he …

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Valerie Epstein of North Country Nuptials in Glens Falls says she has officiated more than 300 weddings in the 8 years she’s been doing it professionally. She offers these thoughts and trends about the Ceremony — and touts what a professional officiant can provide.

• Non-traditional ceremonies. This might include incorporating cultural elements such as a hand fasting (Celtic) or breaking of the wedding glass (Jewish).
• Ceremonies that include children, with

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By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

We’re hearing that weddings are big, and back, mostly tradtional with some fun touches. We talked to several area venues to see what’s happening.

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Emily Stein at The Lodge at Echo Lake is seeing “Unplug Unplug Unplug!” with “lots of wedding couples asking guests to leave photo taking to their photographer and/or videographer so that they can enjoy the evening.”

Also, sparkler send-offs …

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