Devlin and Britta Hennessy and their two young boys (Photo provided)
Devlin and Britta Hennessy and their two young boys (Photo provided)
For 37 years, Cathy and Wayne Johnston had success as owners and managers of the iconic Ruthie’s Run in Lake Placid. While doing so, they created jobs, supported a wide range of initiatives as part of the Lake Placid Business Association, and provided locals, seasonal residents and visitors a great place to shop. Ruthie’s Run is closing largely because the Johnstons haven’t been able to find someone to take the business, a challenge that’s being replicated throughout the North Country as more and more business owners are getting ready to retire.