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Court: APA acted rationally in Lake George herbicide approval
Evidentiary hearing not required, judges hold By Zachary Matson An appellate court on Thursday upheld the Adirondack Park Agency’s decision to forego a special evidentiary hearing before approving permits for the Lake George Park Commission to use an herbicide against invasive Eurasian watermilfoil. The decision by the Supreme Court Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department in…
WhistlePig deflects responsibility for whiskey fungus
WhistlePig Whiskey says it will consider cleaning more spotted homes in Moriah
Adirondacks’ battle against black flies: Bt’s role and debate over its use
The black fly has long been reviled in the Adirondacks. But is it time to declare a truce?
Ausable River Association plans new headquarters, name change
Ausable Preserve aims to be a hub for environmental education, conservation
Behind the scenes of law making: Join us May 15 in Albany
Our next event focuses on the complex world of environmental legislation.
Adirondack Explorer wins 7 journalism awards from New York Press Association
Environmental reporting recognized as part of award-winning work
Community celebrates Adirondack artist Ted Cornell
Participants can try out a new trail from Edward 'Ted' Cornell's storied Art Farm to a new exhibit in Whallonsburg
Fatal Denali climbing accident claims life of esteemed ranger Robbi Mecus
Former North Country School teacher is in critical condition after the accident
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John Dillon Park’s summer opening uncertain as contract talks stall
It’s less than two months before John Dillon Park is scheduled to open and the landowner, International Paper, does not have a contract with the park’s long-time operator, Paul Smith’s College.
Celebrating 100 years: The Adirondacks’ Northville-Placid Trail legacy
A slate of events are planned this summer and fall to mark historic trail's impact on recreation in the Adirondack Park
Mad about Moxham
A hike up Moxham Mountain, a new-ish trail with a rich history and stunning viewpoints
Bridge concerns shut down access to Scarface Mountain in Saranac Lake region
Learn about the impact on hikers participating in the Saranac Lake 6er hiking challenge