State comptroller: DEC must improve invasive species control
By Gwendolyn Craig
The state comptroller is calling on the Department of Environmental Conservation do more to combat the spread of invasive species.
Gwendolyn Craig
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‘I’m encouraged’: Minerva Lake herbicide shows promising results
By Gwendolyn Craig
The results of a new herbicide for Eurasian watermilfoil appear promising, but the Adirondack Park Agency says more monitoring is needed.
Up for public comment: Campfires, horseback riding changes to Essex Chain Lakes area
By Gwendolyn Craig
The Adirondack Park Agency will collect public comments on campfire and parking changes to the Essex Chain Lakes Primitive Area.
Essex Chain campfires, North Elba housing and cell towers on the APA agenda
By Gwendolyn Craig
The Adirondack Park Agency will convene at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16 with a slate of projects and four new board members starting.
Hunting for ticks in the Adirondacks
By Gwendolyn Craig
Lee Ann Sporn, a professor at Paul Smith's College, is one of the few people who actually hopes to see ticks. Watch how she collects them.
‘Embarrassed’ diversity backers say racist graffiti shows need for Adirondack initiative
By Gwendolyn Craig
The inaugural director of the Adirondack Diversity Initiative confirmed she is moving from Saranac Lake due to safety concerns but will remain in her post.
E-bikes legalized for NY roads
By Gwendolyn Craig
The 2021 state budget includes legislation legalizing electric bikes and scooters. They may also be used on the Adirondack Rail Trail, once complete.
Meet the new APA Board members
By Gwendolyn Craig
New and old APA board members are expected to have their first meeting on July 16.
On the search for ticks in the North Country
By Gwendolyn Craig
Wearing white head-to-toe, Lee Ann Sporn searches for ticks in the Adirondacks. Her research examines where they are and disease agents they carry.
A Hamilton County mountaintop in dispute
By Gwendolyn Craig
Despite some pushback, Hamilton County continues to pursue a constitutional amendment for an emergency communications tower on Cathead Mountain.