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John Ernst at APA meeting.

APA saves accessibility issue for another day

By Zachary Matson

The Adirondack Park Agency stepped back from the most controversial proposed change to the Adirondack Park State Land Master Plan, leaving for another day what, if any, kinds of devices people with disabilities can use in state wilderness areas. 

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Burns and McKenna on field

The legacy of Henry Uihlein: farming success in the Adirondacks

By Tim Rowland

Historic Heaven Hill property to become working research farm

The hills of the Twin Valley Preserve from a lookout on Payne Mountain.

Champlain Area Trails buys Twin Valleys Education Center

By Tim Rowland

Acquisition prioritizes maintaining and expanding outdoor recreation

aerial photo of the Clifton-Fine Hospital

Budget bill raises alarm for rural hospitals in Adirondacks

By Brenne Sheehan

Hospital trade group fights to reinstate cut Medicaid funding

Celebrating diversity, though bird song

By David Escobar

Black Birders Week celebration brings community and curiosity for birding at inaugural event in Lake Placid

dramatic night skies

Dark skies beckon: Night events see surge in popularity

By Holly Riddle

Stargazing, night paddles, photography workshops and other activities provide after-dark outings

paddlers on the river

Exploring the headwaters of the Erie Canal

By Tom French

The Black River Watershed houses rich history of industry and innovation

Board members of the Adirondack Park Agency sit at a table

Hochul advances 2 new APA board picks: Scientist, environmental lawyer

By Zachary Matson

Appointment slate includes new terms for current Adirondack Park Agency board members

aerial shot of the whitney estate

Whitney buyer says New York shut out of Adirondack Park land deal

By James Odato

Texas developer under contract to buy Whitney estate says he's open to exploring easement opportunities

aerial view of whitney park

Texas developer poised to purchase historic Whitney estate in the Adirondacks

By James Odato

Luxury resort planned for Adirondacks' pristine Whitney Park

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