Tammy Perrotte earns certification

PLATTSURGH -- Tammy Perrotte of RE/MAX North Country has been awarded the certified residential specialist designation by the Council of Residential Specialists, the largest not-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors.

Realtors who receive the designation have completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in the field of residential real estate. Fewer than 38,000 realtors nationwide have earned the credential.

Perotte is a member of the Clinton County Board of Realtors, National Association of Realtors and New York State Association of Realtors. She is the second vice president for the Champlain Valley Business and Professional Women's Organization and is the fundraising chairperson for the Christmas Bureau.

Hohmeyer's Lodge gains recognition

LAKE CLEAR -- Cathy and Ernest Hohmeyer's Adirondack Resort and Retreat at Hohmeyer's Lodge on Lake Clear has been honored by the National Geographic Traveler in the April issue as one of the top 150 places to stay in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

The list focused on properties with "location-inspired architecture, ambience and amenities, eco-stewardship and an ethic of giving back to the community."

The Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge was awarded this accolade because of their extensive Adirondack heritage and loyalty in preserving the natural beauty of the Adirondacks. Some highlights of the property include hand hewn cathedral ceilings in certain lodgings, the Fireplace Rathskeller and the handcrafted Wine and Bier Cellar, the incorporation of local foods in the cuisine, eco-conscious resort policies, networked trails on property and their supportive role in the community through buying local, promoting local foods through the Weston A. Price Foundation, participating in local farmers markets and hosting events that encompass other local businesses, such as the annual Craft and Sustainable Festival and the All Adirondack Festival.

WPTZ wins broadcast awards

PLATTSBURGH -- WPTZ NewsChannel 5 was recently recognized for excellence in broadcasting by the New York State Associated Press, the New York State Broadcasters Association and the Ad Council, a national organization.

The New York State Associated Press presented first-place awards to WPTZ in four categories: Best Newscast, "NewsChannel 5 at 6PM"; Best Feature, "Most Haunted" by Erin Connors; General Excellence in Photojournalism, Jaime Brassard; and Best News Series, "Teen Suicide" by Stephanie Gorin.

The New York State Broadcasters Association honored the station with a first-place award in the Outstanding Commentary or Editorial category for its "Street Collection" editorial, delivered by WPTZ President and General Manager Paul Sands.

The Ad Council awarded its "Silver Bell" to WPTZ in recognition of the station's public-service efforts. The award is presented annually to "those media outlets that exemplify generosity and leadership in disseminating the Ad Council's public-service messages.

Contract awarded for prison work

ALBANY -- The New York State Office of General Services has awarded a number of contracts, including one in the North Country.