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Winter magic, in ice

By Holly Riddle

Ice Castles attraction brings wintertime magic, new tourism opportunity to Lake George 

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A clear view from Black Mountain

By Gillian Scott

A hike through layers of clouds

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Lake George completing $24 million wastewater treatment plant

By Zachary Matson

The system will convert wastewater into treated effluent that will prevent additional nitrates into the lake.

Lake George cyanobacteria

Understanding algal blooms

By Mike DeSocio

As harmful algal blooms appear in more Adirondack locations, scientists and researchers work to figure out reasons why

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Another harmful algal bloom spotted on Lake George in October

By Zachary Matson

Latest sighting garnered little public attention despite heightened water quality concerns

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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