
Park agency extends public comment period for Barton Mines expansion proposal
The Adirondack Park Agency extended its public comment period on Barton Mines' expansion application to Nov. 6.
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Barton Mines received an expansion permit from the Adirondack Park Agency, allowing it to operate another 66 years.
The Adirondack Park Agency extended its public comment period on Barton Mines' expansion application to Nov. 6.
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