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Stefanik Bill to Combat Invasive Species is One Step Closer to Law

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Bipartisan Vote Advances Legislation Out of Committee Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced her bipartisan Stamp Out Invasive Species Act, which she introduced, advanced out of the House Natural Resources Committee unanimously. Specifically, this bill would direct the United States Postal Service to issue a “Combating Invasive […]

Wild Center highlights Adirondackers working to curb climate change

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Boaters required to obtain certification before launching motorized watercraft in ADK waterways

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Should Baker Mt. be removed from the Saranac Lake 6er challenge? Reactions are split

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An Opinion: It’s debatable: Whiteface redesigns

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New York to apply tougher energy efficiency standards with new climate laws

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DEC, Essex County, Town of Keene, and ROOST Announce Adirondack Route 73 Shuttle Season Starts July 9

Free Shuttle Improves Safety, Visitor Access to Popular High Peaks Trailheads The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Essex County, town of Keene, and Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) today announced the Route 73 shuttle system launched in 2021 will return on Saturday, July 9. The shuttle system helps manage safe, sustainable […]

Some New York including Peru’s wastewaters show increase in COVID-19 levels

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BAGS THAT GIVE BACK: AUSABLE RIVER ASSOCIATION SELECTED TO BENEFIT IN HANNAFORD COMMUNITY BAG PROGRAM

Lake Placid, NY — Reduce single-use plastic in the environment and give back to those in need in the local community, all while running routine weekly errands at the local Hannaford. The Ausable River Association has been selected by local Hannaford store leadership as the benefiting non-profit in the Community Bag Program for the month […]

Free Lake Protectors Volunteer Training Scheduled For June 28

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Recent Environmental Conservation Police News

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State adds another free fish weekend, June 25-26

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Meet giant Hogweed, a horrifying invasive plant that causes 3rd degree burns

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DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review – NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation

Source: DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review – NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation

Loon Center hosts summer children’s program | Sun Community News SARANAC LAKE | Half-hour afternoon presentations are designed for children ages 3-5.

Source: Loon Center hosts summer children’s program | Sun Community News SARANAC LAKE | Half-hour afternoon presentations are designed for children ages 3-5.

Clean water means quality of life. Here’s how you can help protect Lake Champlain | NCPR News

Source: Clean water means quality of life. Here’s how you can help protect Lake Champlain | NCPR News

APA denies couple’s request to expand boathouse

Source: APA denies couple’s request to expand boathouse

Benita Law-Diao confirmed as APA Commissioner | Sun Community News RAY BROOK | First person of color appointed to APA board.

Source: Benita Law-Diao confirmed as APA Commissioner | Sun Community News RAY BROOK | First person of color appointed to APA board.

APA seeks public comments on invasive species management changes – Adirondack Explorer

Source: APA seeks public comments on invasive species management changes – Adirondack Explorer

‘Dismal session’ for Adirondack Park legislation after amendments fail

Source: ‘Dismal session’ for Adirondack Park legislation after amendments fail

Just picked up this tweet from ProtectAdkPark

Beware! Snapping turtles are slowly and hazardously crossing roads throughout the Adirondack Park in search of sandy and loose soil where they can lay their eggs. Be aware of these magnificent creatures.

Watch for turtles on the River Rd.

Note from a River Rd. resident Peru – Hello!!! I live up river road where the turtles are laying again! Didn’t know if it would be possible for you to post for drivers to be careful and to be kind and help them cross the road instead of driving over them. Thank you!!!

Allergies acting up? Pollen problems on the rise across our region

Source: Allergies acting up? Pollen problems on the rise across our region

Former DEC Commissioner will again lead Olympic development board | NCPR News

Source: Former DEC Commissioner will again lead Olympic development board | NCPR News

Updated Lake Champlain cleanup plan focuses on climate change, environmental justice – VTDigger

Source: Updated Lake Champlain cleanup plan focuses on climate change, environmental justice – VTDigger