Adirondack Frontier Franklin County, New York

Helping Homeowners Rebuild After Tropical Storm Debby

The Franklin County Economic Development Corporation (FCEDC) is proud to launch the Resilient & Ready Storm Recovery Program, providing financial assistance to homeowners impacted by Tropical Storm Debby on August 9th and 10th, 2024. Through funding from NYS Homes and Community Renewal (NYSHCR), the program is designed to support emergency housing repairs, ensuring homes are safe, sanitary, and habitable.

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Small businesses are the backbone of Franklin County, lining the charming downtowns that dot the area. Origin Coffee in Saranac Lake and Raquette River Brewing in Tupper Lake have turned into local hotspots for tourists and residents alike, and Bionique – a global leader in pharmaceutical testing – recruits top talent to the region. Our homegrown companies continue to find success here thanks in part to local resources, county initiatives and investors.

Franklin County goes to work each day determined to grow and diversify our community and our economy. Farming and food production, life sciences and biotechnology studies, outdoor recreation, startups and small businesses, nonprofits, and tourism and hospitality keep our region strong. Regardless of their size or industry, companies here benefit from access to the great outdoors and space to build, develop and grow their operations.

Nestled among the foothills and peaks of the Adirondack mountains, Franklin County is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Our four stunning seasons allow for activities like boating, hiking, fishing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and everything in between. In Franklin County, you can breathe easy while embarking on new adventures and taking in the natural beauty of the region. So go ahead, picture your lunch break at the lake, your early morning workout on the mountains, or your weekend in the wilderness.

All it takes is one visit for people to catch onto the “Franklin County” way. We celebrate our budding farm-to-table scene thanks to our agricultural backbone, charming downtowns across the map with arts and culture avenues, buzzing breweries to get you hopped up, and fun and fascinating historical artifacts representing a microcosm of American history. While you may come for the outdoors, you’ll find yourself staying for everything else.

Your commute has never been more beautiful with the Adirondack Mountains in the south and Montreal to the north, Franklin County has all the perks of a stunning, rural location with the added benefit of accessibility. From Franklin County, you can reach the top of a mountain, a charming downtown or an international city all within two hours. Going further out? Connect directly to Boston through Adirondack Regional Airport in Saranac Lake, Washington-Dulles through Plattsburgh International Airport, or connect internationally through Burlington International Airport, Albany International Airport or Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.