New lift, trail work proposed for Whiteface Mountain
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 16, 2021
State officials have big plans, but a tree-cutting decision could cause hiccups.
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Gwen is an award-winning journalist covering environmental policy for the Explorer since January 2020. She is a member of the Legislative Correspondents Association of New York. Gwen has worked at various news outlets since 2015. She has a master's degree in journalism from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. Contact her at (518) 524-2902 or gwen@adirondackexplorer.org. Sign up for Gwen’s newsletter here.
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 16, 2021
State officials have big plans, but a tree-cutting decision could cause hiccups.
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 15, 2021
APA approves updates despite invasive species concerns.
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 15, 2021
APA approves 20 MW solar project amid planning discussion
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 14, 2021
The APA's virtual board meeting will now include live, public comment for the first time in about 18 months of remote meetings.
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 12, 2021
The APA will hear about solar projects in the park and updates to planning documents for Whiteface Mountain and Fish Creek Campground.
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 7, 2021
Wilmington refuge surrenders licenses amid allegations
By Gwendolyn Craig
October 1, 2021
There are a few ways a deal could happen, and some worry options could include closing Follensby Pond and several other water bodies to the public.
By Gwendolyn Craig
September 24, 2021
Governor visits Lake Placid to showcase porous pavement, water line upgrades
By Gwendolyn Craig
September 22, 2021
Officials answer more questions about a new hiking reservation system for a popular Adirondack Park gateway.
By Gwendolyn Craig
September 22, 2021
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced investment in a nearly century-old Adirondack Park dam and a proposed $4 billion environmental bond act.