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harmful algal bloom

Another harmful algal bloom spotted on Lake George in October

By Zachary Matson

Latest sighting garnered little public attention despite heightened water quality concerns

million dollar beach

Taking control of water quality: Lake George targeting wide-reaching septic inspection program

By Zachary Matson

Advocates with an Adirondack-wide interest in water issues hope a new Lake George septic program could inform programs around the region.

Caroline Block

The longest swim

By Alan Wechsler

Swimmer conquers Lake George twice in back-to-back slogs

marathon swimmer

Marathon swimmer dives into a rich Lake George tradition

By Alan Wechsler

Charlotte Brynn crossed Lake George, joining the select few who have accomplished the task.

harmful algal bloom

Harmful algal bloom crops up on Lake George

By Gwendolyn Craig

Harmful algal blooms confirmed for the southern end of Lake George, portions of Lake Champlain.

Lake George

Lake George Park Commission convenes septic system committee

By Gwendolyn Craig

Local governments in the Lake George basin, have been under more pressure to address leaking septic systems that could be impacting water quality.

million dollar beach

The battle against Lake George beach closures

By Kris Parker

A series of beach closures has sparked an intensive search for the origin of contamination

off-shore wind research system

Renewable energy research uses Lake George as lab

By Gwendolyn Craig

A research project kicking off on Lake George and two other New York lakes could help the United States further its renewable energy goals.

Adirondack Council calls for widespread septic regulations

By Ry Rivard

In a new position paper, the Adirondack Council argues that leaking septic systems pose a growing threat to waterways around the park.

Enchanted Forest Water Safari

Seasonal businesses scramble to find workers

By Mike DeSocio

‘We need everybody that we can get:" An uncertain visa program squeezes summer employers

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