Federal money, state bond act offer hope for communities in need of infrastructure updates By Zachary Matson Less than 18 months after the town of St. Armand built a $5.2 million wastewater treatment plant in 2017, state officials … [Read more...] about Following the funding for water projects
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Ticonderoga works to change its mix of water, sewage
Upgrades are stemming overflows into the LaChute River By James M. Odato Millions of dollars and millions of gallons are flowing into the Town of Ticonderoga’s unorthodox sewer system, due to heavy storms that have caused septic … [Read more...] about Ticonderoga works to change its mix of water, sewage
Lake George Park Commission convenes septic system committee
By Gwendolyn Craig The Lake George Park Commission has organized its own committee to examine the water-quality impacts of septic systems around Lake George and whether or not regulations are needed. The committee met for the first time on July … [Read more...] about Lake George Park Commission convenes septic system committee
The battle against Lake George beach closures
As new sewer plant nears completion, area seeks more answers about E. coli By Kris Parker Lake George has long been known for its pristine water and beautiful vistas -- not its bacteria. In recent years, though, a series of beach closures … [Read more...] about The battle against Lake George beach closures
Your money or your water
Grant matching rules leave Adirondack towns waiting for water projects By Ry Rivard When Johnsburg Supervisor Andrea Hogan heard sewage might be spilling onto her town’s scenic main street, her reaction wasn’t what you’d expect. “I got so … [Read more...] about Your money or your water