Farm field would hold 11,000 panels By Gwendolyn Craig Ticonderoga is becoming a hub for harvesting sunshine after the Adirondack Park Agency approved the sixth large-scale solar facility in the town in less than three years, the most permits … [Read more...] about Adirondack Park Agency approves sixth solar project in Ticonderoga
Economy
Fewer people, but still fewer homes
Adirondack residents struggle to find affordable housing By Tim Rowland The towns of Keene, Wilmington, Jay and Black Brook are typical of the Adirondack Park. Removed from the touristy villages, they are still attractive to vacationers and … [Read more...] about Fewer people, but still fewer homes
Audit: DEC fails to monitor forest tax breaks
Thousands in reductions went to ineligible properties By Gwendolyn Craig The state Department of Environmental Conservation is failing to monitor private forest owners receiving special tax breaks, many of whom are in the Adirondack Park, … [Read more...] about Audit: DEC fails to monitor forest tax breaks
Budget wins for the forest preserve, environment
State budget includes $8M for Adirondacks, Catskills visitor safety and wilderness By Gwendolyn Craig The Adirondacks and Catskills are slated for $8 million for visitor safety and wilderness protection in the $220 billion state budget … [Read more...] about Budget wins for the forest preserve, environment
Local leaders ‘declare victory’ in funding for Adirondacks
State budget to arrive with Adirondack Park projects, $4.2 billion environmental bond act By Gwendolyn Craig Environmental organizations praised funding for Adirondack Park initiatives, a $4.2 billion environmental bond act and $400 … [Read more...] about Local leaders ‘declare victory’ in funding for Adirondacks
Airbnb reports Adirondack hosts reap record revenue
Hotel stays remain significant piece of the overall market; data show visitors staying longer By Stephen Leon Airbnb announced figures earlier this month that underscored a spike in Adirondack visitations, something many locals had already … [Read more...] about Airbnb reports Adirondack hosts reap record revenue