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Adirondack Mountain Reserve provides a case study for state hiker restrictions

By Gwendolyn Craig

The coronavirus pandemic has led New York to start imposing restrictions already, which could be soft openings for more.

Cell tower, cheese facility and more up for APA’s public comment

By Gwendolyn Craig

A number of projects proposed to the Adirondack Park Agency are up for public comment in September, including a new cell tower.

Saranac Lake Marina proposed expansion spurs questions on precedent

By Gwendolyn Craig

Saranac Lake Marina's proposed expansion leads to Adirondack Park Agency regulations questions on precedent.

Environmental Protection Fund is safe from first round of state budget cuts

By Gwendolyn Craig

The state budget quarterly review did not include cuts to the Environmental Protection Fund, but more reviews are coming.

Marina upgrades and new general store among APA projects up for public comment

By Gwendolyn Craig

Expansion to the Saranac Lake Marina, a new solar array in Ti and a new general store are among APA projects up for public comment.

High Peaks crowds compound problems in a tight budget year

By Gwendolyn Craig

DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos talked about crowds in the High Peaks, the state budget, permits, staffing and protecting hikers and natural resources.

Cuomo: Mother Nature Bond Act is postponed

By Gwendolyn Craig

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has pulled the $3 billion Restore Mother Nature Bond Act from the November ballot.

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Betty Little appointed to ORDA board

By Gwendolyn Craig

Gov. Andrew Cuomo appointed state Sen. Betty Little to the Olympic Regional Development Authority. The state Senate confirmed her position on Thursday.

Up for public comment: Campfires, horseback riding changes to Essex Chain Lakes area

By Gwendolyn Craig

The Adirondack Park Agency will collect public comments on campfire and parking changes to the Essex Chain Lakes Primitive Area.

Essex Chain campfires, North Elba housing and cell towers on the APA agenda

By Gwendolyn Craig

The Adirondack Park Agency will convene at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16 with a slate of projects and four new board members starting.

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