Lake Placid
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| Elevation | 549 |
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| Weather | 28°C, Wind SW at 10 km/h, 40% Humidity |
| Town | North Elba |
| Zip code | 12946 |
| Population | 2,509 (2011) |
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| ID | 997172 |
About Lake Placid
Lake Placid is a village near the lake of the same name, in New York State's Adirondack Mountains. It's known as a Winter Olympics venue and a hub for snow sports and other outdoor pursuits. In the center of town, Mirror Lake has a trail around the shoreline. The Lake Placid Olympic Museum exhibits artifacts including team uniforms and medals. The Historical Society Depot Museum is in the old train station.
Finland's skiing legend shows no signs of slowing down
Juha Mieto is Finland's skiing legend: he's won five Olympic medals, including a gold. But he's made sporting history with a silver in Lake Placid in 1980 when he was beaten by one-hundredth of a second in the 15km event.
Now 70 years old, Juha Mieto shows no signs of slowing down. His relaxed philosophy of life involves a Good Night 's sleep and letting bygones be bygones.
Produced by Erika Benke, camera: Juha Järvinen, Picture editor: John Johnson
Source of news: bbc.com
