Adirondack Park Agency approves Barton Mines expansion
Barton Mines received an expansion permit from the Adirondack Park Agency, allowing it to operate another 66 years.
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Barton Mines received an expansion permit from the Adirondack Park Agency, allowing it to operate another 66 years.
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