Eagle Lake residents push back against impending boat launch closure
By Gwendolyn Craig
APA says regulations provide no other alternatives
Gwendolyn Craig
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Top Adirondack Park Agency counsel to resign
By Gwendolyn Craig
With the APA in the midst of a half dozen or so court cases, including two new suits, its counsel has announced he is resigning.
DEC mourns second ranger death by suicide
By Gwendolyn Craig
David Cornell remembered for his leadership, search and rescue efforts
Forest rangers launch initiative to fund equipment, training, support
By Gwendolyn Craig
State officials pledge more resources for rangers
Adirondack Wildlife Refuge transformation is ongoing
By Gwendolyn Craig
The owner of the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge has taken the reins of the Wilmington organization again after new management left last year.
State and Adirondack partners establish fund for small businesses
By Gwendolyn Craig
A new public and private partnership announced on Monday will leverage $2 million in revolving small business loans for Adirondack Park entrepreneurs.
Breaking down the bond act
By Gwendolyn Craig
The state is drafting criteria for spending from the $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act.
ADK $500K welcome center grant in limbo
By Gwendolyn Craig
ADK is no longer sure it will accept a $500,000 grant after the state's terms grew to more than the club had bargained for when it applied.
Survey reveals APA staff oppose potential move to Saranac Lake
By Gwendolyn Craig
APA staff largely do not want their offices moved to the village of Saranac Lake, according to a survey obtained by the Explorer.
Park agency alums challenge proposed HQ move
By Gwendolyn Craig
Past APA staff and members penned a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul, questioning the decision to move the agency’s headquarters.