Adirondacks’ post-1970s economic shift: The rise of tourism, prisons
By Tim Rowland
August 21, 2024
Following a decline of industry, prisons were seen as an economic driver in the Adirondacks. Now tourism is taking its place.
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Hundreds rally to save Adirondack-area prison
By Times Union
August 5, 2024
Opponents of Great Meadow Correctional Facility closure in Washington County rally on Sunday in Fort Ann.
Hochul administration to close two prisons including Great Meadow in Washington County
July 18, 2024
Washington County prison closure will involve relocating 480 inmates and finding new positions for 559 staff.
Lawmakers adjourn without acting on amendment to free closed North Country prison land
June 10, 2024
Adirondack communities await fate of 3 closed prisons as legislative session ends without action
Adirondack legislators raise alarm on potential prison closures
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.
Proposed bill would make state pay closed prisons’ property tax
March 12, 2023
Adirondack Park lawmakers are proposing legislation that would make the state foot the tax bill on the assessed value of closed prisons.