Ausable River restoration project aims to right past wrongs By Tim Rowland Work began last week on a multi-year project to restore the East Branch of the Ausable River to its pre-industrial-era health. For the next month, big machines from … [Read more...] about Undoing industry’s impact on a river
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Upper Saranac Lake homeowners sue APA, new neighbors
By Gwendolyn Craig Paul Leinwand and Maria Cicarelli haven’t built their home yet, but their future neighbors are not rolling out the welcome mat on Upper Saranac Lake. Instead, they’ve delivered them a lawsuit. Homeowners in the Deerwood … [Read more...] about Upper Saranac Lake homeowners sue APA, new neighbors
Road salt task force still without members
Eight months after legislation celebration, a task force has yet to meet over salt By Gwendolyn Craig The state’s road salt task force has a detailed report due to lawmakers on Dec. 1, except there’s a problem—the task force doesn’t … [Read more...] about Road salt task force still without members
Harmful algal bloom crops up on Lake George
Blooms confirmed for portions of Lake Champlain as well By Gwendolyn Craig It might be the new norm. Environmental conservation officials have confirmed a harmful algal bloom at the southern end of Lake George earlier this week. This is the … [Read more...] about Harmful algal bloom crops up on Lake George
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