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APA OKs Whiteface trail expansion, approval comes with caveats

By Gwendolyn Craig

The APA approved plans for ski trail widening, new trails and a new lift from Bear Den to Legacy Lodge at Whiteface Mountain.

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Adirondack constitutional amendments up against legislative clock

By Gwendolyn Craig

State lawmakers are considering four constitutional amendments impacting the Adirondack Park, but time before session ends is running out.

Schumer announces $2M for projects in Warren, Washington, Essex counties

By Gwendolyn Craig

U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer announced over $2 million in economic development projects in Warren, Washington and Essex counties.

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Audit: DEC fails to monitor forest tax breaks

By Gwendolyn Craig

A state comptroller's audit shows the DEC failed to properly monitor and enforce the state's forest tax programs.

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APA approves Inlet communications towers, Crown Point solar project

By Gwendolyn Craig

Better communications service is coming to the Town of Inlet, something more than 200 commenters said is much needed.

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Residents sue APA, Forestport quarry owner

By Gwendolyn Craig

The Adirondack White Lake Association and Protect the Adirondacks are suing the Adirondack Park Agency and a quarry owner.

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State leaders seek funding for climate institute 

By Gwendolyn Craig

Deeper Adirondacks exposure for lawmakers sparks plan to invest in future environmental 'champions' with the Timbuctoo climate institute

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Solar arrays, cell tower challenge APA

By Gwendolyn Craig

Board members voice concerns about aesthetics, impacts

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ORDA highlights support for Whiteface trail expansion plan

By Gwendolyn Craig

Proposal adding and widening ski trails at Whiteface Mountain heads to Adirondack Park Agency public comment.

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State transparency watchdog: Salt task force constitutes ‘public body’

By Zachary Matson

DOT officials disagree with Committee on Open Government

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