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APA classification package would set and “correct” zoning on state lands

By Gwendolyn Craig

The Adirondack Park Agency is proposing to classify, reclassify and correct zoning on a batch of campgrounds and other state lands.

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A Verizon cell tower on a truck at the intersection of state Route 9 and 73 in New Russia seen in January 2023

Sen. Stec: Adirondack Park needs better cell service

By Gwendolyn Craig

State Sen. Dan Stec raises concerns about the lack of cell coverage in the region.

State seeks to improve communications service prior to World Games

By Gwendolyn Craig

APA reviews temporary cell tower, utility poles, mine demolition 

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APA approves Inlet communications towers, Crown Point solar project

By Gwendolyn Craig

Better communications service is coming to the Town of Inlet, something more than 200 commenters said is much needed.

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Solar arrays, cell tower challenge APA

By Gwendolyn Craig

Board members voice concerns about aesthetics, impacts

APA approves Inlet cell tower, but questions arise on tower policy

By Gwendolyn Craig

A Verizon Wireless cell tower will go up in Inlet, but some APA board members want to review the agency's tower policy.

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