By Gwendolyn Craig In his series of four State of the State addresses this week, Gov. Andrew Cuomo focused Wednesday on a green energy economy with mention of Adirondack-region projects. He did not mention renewing a $3 billion environmental … [Read more...] about Green energy economy leads Cuomo’s third State of State address
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Adirondack lawmakers wary of adding clean air and water to state bill of rights
By Gwendolyn Craig A proposed amendment to the state constitution to guarantee clean air and water is making its way through the New York State Legislature, though not all Adirondack lawmakers support it. Several Republican lawmakers suggested … [Read more...] about Adirondack lawmakers wary of adding clean air and water to state bill of rights
Pandemic leads Cuomo’s State of the State, but climate remains a priority
By Gwendolyn Craig Fighting climate change remains a top priority for Gov. Andrew Cuomo, he revealed during his virtual State of the State address on Monday, though it was buried among the COVID-19 pandemic and the $15 billion budget … [Read more...] about Pandemic leads Cuomo’s State of the State, but climate remains a priority
Operation Adirondack Thunder
Plans for increased Army training drills in the Adirondacks have some residents concerned By Gwendolyn Craig Jerry Delaney Sr. thought his skidder was blowing apart. The heavy-duty transporter for felled trees was shaking. The noise was so loud … [Read more...] about Operation Adirondack Thunder
Saranac Lake Marina project back in court
By Gwendolyn Craig Saranac Lake Marina’s expansion project is temporarily on hold again, after an Essex County judge signed a restraining order on Jan. 6 preventing any work. The project could be on hold indefinitely, depending on the outcome of a … [Read more...] about Saranac Lake Marina project back in court
Newcomb connector trail closer to reality
By Gwendolyn Craig It’s still in the works but in the near future, an approximately 9-mile recreational trail will connect Overlook Park in Newcomb to the top of Goodnow Mountain, with other possible connector trails leading to destinations like … [Read more...] about Newcomb connector trail closer to reality