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Barbara Rice, APA Executive Director

APA, agency top leader cleared in IG’s investigation

By Zachary Matson

The Adirondack Park Agency and its executive director Barbara Rice were cleared after a months-long investigation into allegations of wrongdoing.

saranac waterfront lodge before prison strike

Prison strike brings unexpected boost to local economy

By James Odato

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Big fish, bigger stakes: Lake Placid’s lake trout caught in derby crosshairs

By Brenne Sheehan

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Land use

NYS enters conversations with future owner of Whitney estate

DEC Commissioner engages with buyer to balance development and conservation at Whitney Park

A man wearing a helmet rides a mobility chair on a trail

Outdoor Recreation

Motorized wheelchair program returns to Great Camp Santanoni

Accessibility devices to become available starting July 5

Al Hicks talks about climate change and wildlife at the Lake George Land Conservancy office in Bolton Landing. Photo by Mike Lynch

Wildlife

Moose don’t have a future in New York, says retired state biologist

Wildlife expert and former DEC biologist Al Hicks shares insights gained over his career

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Communities

Adirondack rail buffs get rare access to scenic train routes

Digital railroad historical society preserves Adirondack railway history

Communities

Lake Placid church establishes safe space for immigrants fearing deportation threats

Adirondack residents hold ‘know your rights’ events to educate locals amid growing ICE presence

Communities

Hochul warns of ‘dangerous’ federal cuts to North Country 

Governor Kathy Hochul stopped in Saranac Lake to speak at the Harrietstown Town Hall against federal policies.

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Hiking

Crane Mountain Paint Mine features high bluffs and history

Remnants of the Glen Mining Co. paint plant dot the scenic hike between Huckleberry and Crane mountains

Outdoor Recreation

GRB canoe brand to move inside Blue Line

Canoe enthusiast takes over line of racing boats

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Environment

Efforts to wipe out Little Moose Lake’s smallmouth bass population backfire

Cornell research contains unexpected lessons for managing invasive fish

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Outdoor Recreation

Paddling Dead Creek to Raquette River

A new canoe and winding rapids make for an enjoyable Adirondack paddle

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Communities

Rock, Raquette and roll at The Wild Center

The Raquette River Roll includes a variety of sculptures and interactive elements for visitors to enjoy

Hoisington summit trees and lake

Communities

Westport trail network gains community support

Trails around Hoisington Mountain offer scenic views of the Champlain Valley

The Garden trailhead, filled to capacity on a fall weekday afternoon.

Outdoor Recreation

Keene Valley’s Garden parking to close for repairs

Popular Adirondack access point will be shut down for upgrades  next week

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