
Former Adirondack mine to host major solar project
An old iron-ore tailings pile at a Star Lake mine is slated to become a solar power plant under a lease deal with the state.
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An old iron-ore tailings pile at a Star Lake mine is slated to become a solar power plant under a lease deal with the state.
The APA gave the go-ahead to the DEC for a new campground at the Hinckley Reservoir Day Use Area in the southwestern corner of the park.
The Adirondack Park Agency approved a large-scale housing development outside Lake Placid and a 5-megawatt solar array in Ticonderoga.
An Adirondack Park Agency committee denied Lake Luzerne's request to weaken zoning restrictions on about 100 acres.
Mother Nature is back on the ballot, except voters will have to wait a year before deciding on the $3 billion bond act.
The APA approved a controversial subdivision near Great Sacandaga Lake on Friday. Critics say it shows the need for legislative protections for park woods and waters.
A solar project, a housing development, a zoning map amendment and a new campground are on the APA's agenda.
Leading lawmakers announced an agreement on a $212 billion budget, which includes $1.55 million for visitor use in the Adirondacks.
The Adirondack Park Agency fined a Wells couple $28,500 for a building violation, but the couple is contesting it in court.
The APA's upcoming meetings include the potential approval of a controversial subdivision project and a presentation on High Peaks use.