Hundreds rally to save Adirondack-area prison
By Times Union
Opponents of Great Meadow Correctional Facility closure in Washington County rally on Sunday in Fort Ann.
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By Tim Rowland
Following a decline of industry, prisons were seen as an economic driver in the Adirondacks. Now tourism is taking its place.
By Times Union
Opponents of Great Meadow Correctional Facility closure in Washington County rally on Sunday in Fort Ann.
Washington County prison closure will involve relocating 480 inmates and finding new positions for 559 staff.
Adirondack communities await fate of 3 closed prisons as legislative session ends without action
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.
Adirondack Park lawmakers are proposing legislation that would make the state foot the tax bill on the assessed value of closed prisons.
By Tim Rowland
Reuse should be mindful of the past, advocates say
By Tim Rowland
Leaders advocate for reuse of Moriah Shock buildings
By Tim Rowland
Closure of Moriah Shock opposed by inmates and community alike