THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED FROM THE ORIGINAL VERSION By Ry Rivard As climate change and pollution threaten Lake George’s famed clarity, the lake’s two largest watchdogs are merging to better fight for its future. The Lake George Association … [Read more...] about Lake George groups join forces and merge to battle new threats
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New water rules provide protection for Lake George
By Ry Rivard The Lake George Park Commission approved new construction regulations on Tuesday designed to keep the lake clear of algal blooms and other signs of pollution. A pair of new rules, both meant to prevent pollution from ending up in … [Read more...] about New water rules provide protection for Lake George
Lake George neighbors want to protect crystalline waters when nature calls
By Ry Rivard Lake George is one of the most pristine lakes of its kind in the country. Still, it's showing signs of wear and tear, thanks to its popularity. Last fall, a first-of-its-kind algal bloom in the lake shook already anxious watchdogs … [Read more...] about Lake George neighbors want to protect crystalline waters when nature calls
State experts warn about harmful algal blooms on Lake George
By Gwendolyn Craig November's reported harmful algal blooms weren't the first confirmed in Lake George, officials with the state Department of Environmental Conservation said this week. Another occurred in late October. Jacqueline Lendrum, … [Read more...] about State experts warn about harmful algal blooms on Lake George
Decades-old milfoil mats removed from Lake George
By Gwendolyn Craig Since at least 1985, the invasive Eurasian watermilfoil has populated Lake George’s waters, which also means officials have tried many different ways of getting rid of it. One of those ways is now in the garbage, … [Read more...] about Decades-old milfoil mats removed from Lake George
Boat stewards keep hydrilla and more from Adirondack lakes during busy pandemic season
By Gwendolyn Craig Hiking trails weren’t the only outdoor recreational activity to see record numbers of people this season. Preliminary boat inspection data shows numbers were up significantly for Lake George, Lake Champlain and many other … [Read more...] about Boat stewards keep hydrilla and more from Adirondack lakes during busy pandemic season