Category: News & Stories

Athlètes Canadiens à Surveiller Dans Le Village Olympique de Lake Placid

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Dans un monde où les différences font souvent la une des journaux, il est facile d’oublier combien de personnes des deux côtés d’une frontière ont en commun. Mais ceux qui ont partagé des amitiés, des partenariats, et des moments d’inspiration à travers les nations savent que le respect mutuel et la compassion sont des liens profonds…. Read more »

Canadian Athletes To Watch in the Olympic Village of Lake Placid 

A handheld Canadian flag is the central point of this image with an out of focus spectator hat in the background.

In a world where differences often make headlines, it’s easy to forget how much people on both sides of a border can have in common. But those who’ve shared friendships, partnerships, and moments of inspiration across nations know that mutual respect and understanding can run deep.  That’s especially true among elite athletes. Their dedication to… Read more »

Whiteface Mountain Joins Mountain Collective Pass Roster for 2025-2026 Season

Skier in an orange jacket descends the snow covered slopes of Whiteface high on the mountain with the rising sun and trees and mountains in the background.

Access to 27 World-Class Resorts Further Elevates the Value of the SKI3 Season Pass The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) today announced that Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, N.Y. has officially joined the Mountain Collective Pass lineup, becoming the newest addition to an alliance of 27 premier destinations across five continents. The… Read more »

Summer Projects on Whiteface Mountain 

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People have been skiing Whiteface Mountain since its first ski trails were established a century ago. With a deep respect for the natural environment, with a passionate pursuit of the best ski experience in the East, and with respect for the mountain’s long heritage, the Whiteface team carries out its ongoing development. This thoughtful, enduring… Read more »

July Conference Center Events

The Lake Placid Conference Center and 1932 Olympic Center entrance at night with lights n all windows and a deep blue sky above with the street in front.

The Lake Placid Conference Center is a hub of activity through out the year with events that include entertainment, tradeshows, seminars, and official gatherings of organizations — all of them bringing significant economic impacts to the region.  In partnership with the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST), the Olympic Authority is excited to welcome the… Read more »

Process for Local Contractors

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The Environmental, Planning & Construction Department at the Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) is soliciting for all local and regional contractors interested in public works time and material basis contracts. This approach is designed to simplify and streamline the bidding for small project scopes across nine key trades:  General Contracting  Electrical (Low Voltage)  Plumbing … Read more »