DEC to host meeting on plan to close Broadalbin beach
March 30, 2023
The state’s plan to close the only public beach at the southern end of the Great Sacandaga Lake outraged dozens of commenters.
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DEC awards contract for visitor management framework
March 8, 2023
An Oregon-based firm, which has helped various national parks with managing visitors, will help the state address visitation in the Adirondack Park’s High Peaks.
Ranger’s suicide cited in making case for retirement bill
February 16, 2023
The union representative for forest rangers used his colleague’s death by suicide as an example of why lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul should pass a 20-year retirement bill.
Environmental Protection Fund gets scrutiny in budget hearings
February 14, 2023
Adirondack groups want designated funding restored in the state budget. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos provided input.
Adirondack Rail Trail access hub takes shape
February 14, 2023
Funding is coming together for an Essex County trailhead for the new Adirondack Rail Trail, a 34-mile multi-use trail connecting the Lake Placid to Tupper Lake.
State and local partners build plans for John Brown Farm
February 10, 2023
State agencies and John Brown Lives! are taking a close look at John Brown Farm and what its future could hold.
Tree cutting policy 2.0: DEC releases draft forest preserve work plan
January 27, 2023
The DEC is seeking public comment on draft forest preserve work plans, a result of the state Court of Appeals tree decision.
What’s next for free shuttles in the Adirondacks?
January 24, 2023
A free hiker shuttle on state Route 73 through the Adirondack Park’s High Peaks did not transport as many hikers as some would have liked.
Hochul signs bill for 9/11 death benefits to Adirondack officer’s widow
January 6, 2023
Legislation sponsored by Simpson, new environment committee ranker