Robert Blais is believed to be the longest-serving mayor in the United States. He's retiring at the end of March after 52 years in office By Paul Post There's no riding off into the sunset for the man celebrated as America's longest-serving … [Read more...] about For Lake George mayor, a long career dedicated to lake protection
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AWI takes over long-term lake monitoring
Researchers hope to link monitoring program to other scientific projects By Zachary Matson The Adirondack Watershed Institute at Paul Smith’s College this month took charge of the region’s longest-standing water quality monitoring program with … [Read more...] about AWI takes over long-term lake monitoring
Lake George Park Commission tries new bid for milfoil herbicide
Applications to state agencies underway, despite pending litigation By Gwendolyn Craig Ongoing litigation over herbicide use in Lake George isn’t stopping the lake’s regulatory body from attempting chemical treatment for Eurasian watermilfoil … [Read more...] about Lake George Park Commission tries new bid for milfoil herbicide
2022 Explored: Carrying Capacity
Judges weigh argument that state must study lake capacity before approving projects A new legal theory reached the state’s appellate courts in 2022 and could lead to judicial guidance on the state’s responsibility to study Adirondack lakes in more … [Read more...] about 2022 Explored: Carrying Capacity
Road salt task force report expected in 2023
State agencies continue review of fall draft By Zachary Matson State officials plan to release a report from the Adirondack Road Salt Reduction Task Force early next year, months after task force members started to finalize recommendations, … [Read more...] about Road salt task force report expected in 2023
Appellate judges hear argument on Lower Saranac Lake marina
Lack of research for lakes' carrying capacity at heart of lawsuit By Zachary Matson Appellate Division judges last week pressed a state lawyer on why the Adirondack Park Agency has failed to study the capacity of lakes in the park and whether … [Read more...] about Appellate judges hear argument on Lower Saranac Lake marina