
Adirondack communities
One of the most unique aspects of the Adirondack Park is the balance between the natural world and the human-built environment. Within the park boundary are 103 towns and villages. Some of these communities are faring better than others economically. All share some of the same issues: housing, land use, a lack of high-paying jobs and a shortage of workers for many of our seasonal businesses.
Every day, the Adirondack Explorer works to provide essential news and information to the people who live in and care about the Adirondack Park.
Latest community news

Park Agency chair John Ernst to retire in June
After nearly 10 years on APA board, John Ernst to retire after June agency meeting

Lawmakers seek answers on wolves’ presence in New York
Wolf sightings in NY spark legislative push for increased DNA testing

Reindeer and renovations at Santa’s Workshop
Former Navy SEAL takes on challenge of updating aging Adirondack theme park

Visitor center, OSI gift mark a new day for Newcomb
Open Space Institute will give to the town the “historic core” of the lands it purchased 25 years ago from National Lead.
Special series: Taking Stock of Housing
Diversity

Adirondack leaders blaze trails for new generations
Meet 4 people working to diversify the outdoors experience

Adirondack hill renamed to honor 19th century Black settlers
Murry family members travel to take part in the renaming of Franklin County landmark once known by racial slur

‘We’re here to listen’: Adirondack nonprofit records federal policy impacts
John Brown Lives! documents how federal policy changes are affecting those who live in the North Country

Listening to the Adirondacks
Adirondack residents reflect on belonging, bias and what it means to feel welcome at recent listening sessions
People in the news

Adirondack leaders blaze trails for new generations
Meet 4 people working to diversify the outdoors experience

Veterans find solace in Adirondacks’ healing nature
Homeward Bound Adirondacks expands its retreat center

‘We’re here to listen’: Adirondack nonprofit records federal policy impacts
John Brown Lives! documents how federal policy changes are affecting those who live in the North Country

Paddling in his wake, through Adirondack waters
A tribute to Don Morris, paddling legend, devoted father