Forest rangers face retirement eligibility setback
By Gwendolyn Craig
May 7, 2024
The push for parity with other areas of law enforcement dates back to 2017.
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WhistlePig deflects responsibility for whiskey fungus
By Gwendolyn Craig
May 2, 2024
WhistlePig Whiskey says it will consider cleaning more spotted homes in Moriah
New York budget 2024-2025: What’s in it for the Adirondacks
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 24, 2024
Clean water and Adirondack Park funding reinstated in state budget, plus a look at what was left behind
Adirondack legislators raise alarm on potential prison closures
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 23, 2024
Up to five prison closures could come this year, according to the state's 2024-2025 budget. It's unclear if any are in the Adirondacks.
Remains of Revolutionary War soldiers closer to final resting place in Lake George
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 19, 2024
Plans are underway for memorial and burial service for Revolutionary War-era smallpox victims
Adirondack Park Agency considers new requirements for herbicide use
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 18, 2024
The APA considers application requirements as more lake associations seek an herbicide to combat a fast-growing invasive weed.
Proposed artillery testing site in Adirondacks hits roadblock
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 17, 2024
The U.S. Army halts cannon test-fires in the Adirondacks amid appeals over application issues with the Adirondack Park Agency.
Adirondack Mountain Reserve hiking: Reservation system enters 4th year
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 16, 2024
Hikers must reserve parking spots at popular High Peaks gateway, starting May 1 through Oct. 31, 2024
Longest-serving DEC commissioner reflects on Adirondack impacts
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 15, 2024
Basil Seggos, outgoing commissioner of the state Department of Environmental Conservation, talked about his Adirondacks legacy.
Interim DEC commissioner appointed
By Gwendolyn Craig
April 10, 2024
Sean Mahar, executive deputy commissioner of the DEC, will be the interim commissioner after Basil Seggos exits.