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John Ernst

Hochul appoints John Ernst APA chairman

By Gwendolyn Craig

Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed John Ernst, New York City businessman and Elk Lake retreat owner, to chair the Adirondack Park Agency.

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The Pavilion in Ticonderoga: An American treasure

By Tim Rowland

Fort Ti visitors will soon see the results of years-long restoration project of the Pavilion

New lift, trail work proposed for Whiteface Mountain

By Gwendolyn Craig

State officials have big plans, but a tree-cutting decision could cause hiccups.

Fish Creek campground to get facelift

By Gwendolyn Craig

APA approves updates despite invasive species concerns.

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Ticonderoga adds 100-acre solar installation to growing project list

By Gwendolyn Craig

APA approves 20 MW solar project amid planning discussion

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APA virtual meeting to include live, public comment

By Gwendolyn Craig

The APA's virtual board meeting will now include live, public comment for the first time in about 18 months of remote meetings.

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Solar projects, land management plans on APA agenda

By Gwendolyn Craig

The APA will hear about solar projects in the park and updates to planning documents for Whiteface Mountain and Fish Creek Campground.

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Bridges of the Ausable River

By Tom French

Representing two centuries of engineering history, sixteen of the Ausable River's bridges are listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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A 46er family

By Holly Riddle

Three generations of hikers take their place among the High Peaks finishers

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Campgrounds join list of places to charge electric vehicles

By Mike DeSocio

DEC installs charging stations at 2 Adirondack facilities, with more to come

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