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A man and a woman hold hands on stage and cheer to a crowd.

AOC, Tonko talk Medicaid cuts for North Country in Plattsburgh rally 

By Brenne Sheehan

The two Democratic representatives criticized Rep. Elise Stefanik for her vote to pass the One, Big Beautiful Bill Act

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Federal budget package pulls funding for local public media outlets

By Brenne Sheehan

Republican-backed rescissions package slashes millions from regional NPR, PBS affiliates

Migrant worker in yellow jacket carrying a bushel of apples in a back around his chest reaches up to pick apple from three

Communities networks emerge as ICE enforcement intensifies

By Tim Rowland

Local volunteers coordinate legal aid and emergency response amid heightened immigration enforcement

aerial photo of the Clifton-Fine Hospital

Rural healthcare program promises relief, Adirondack hospitals wary of Medicaid cuts

By Brenne Sheehan

About 215,000 people — 28% of the population — in New York’s 21st Congressional District, which includes the Adirondack Park, receive Medicaid, according to a report by the Healthcare Coalition of the North Country.

Barbara Rice, APA Executive Director

Park agency’s top leader cleared in Inspector General investigation

By Zachary Matson

Allegations of wrongdoing on part of Executive Director Barbara Rice found to be ‘unsubstantiated’ 

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A fair share? Grant programs fall short for the Adirondacks, officials say

By Zachary Matson

Adirondack communities at a disadvantage when competing for state funds, even as state dollars flow into the park

John Ernst at APA meeting.

APA saves accessibility issue for another day

By Zachary Matson

Ernst thanked for service; new board members confirmed by senate

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

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

John Ernst

Park Agency chair John Ernst to retire in June

By Zachary Matson

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

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