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The most far-reaching study in 40 years aims to track impact of changing climate on Adirondack waters Click here for the Adirondack Almanac Story 

Protect the Adirondacks offers a response to an Adirondack Almanack piece about how to use certain parts of the Forest Preserve Click here for the Adirondack Almanac commentary 

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New FAFSA Dashboard Provides an Interactive Snapshot of the FAFSA Completion Status and Financial Aid Navigator Helps Students Maximize New York State Financial Aid Albany, NY, April 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State, reaffirming the state’s commitment to breaking […]

DEC releases long-awaited study of visitor use in the High Peaks Wilderness Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

New Programs Are Part of State’s $320 Million Commitment for Clean Energy Workforce Development and Training Albany, April 2, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the expansion of New York State’s clean energy workforce commitment with $50 million in new funding to prepare workers for careers in energy efficiency and renewable energy. The new […]

Tourism from and Exports to NY’s Largest Trading Partner, Canada, Severely Impacted New York had one of the steepest drops of any state in international tourism in 2025, with overseas travelers falling 3% — a loss of over 176,000 visitors — second only to California, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas […]

NY Forward project will include expanded footprint for a new cafe, expanded bulk/produce area and four renovated apartments  See rendering here Empire State Development and the New York Department of State today announced the start of construction on a $662,000 expansion and rehabilitation project at Nature’s Storehouse, a full-service natural food store, in Canton. Supported […]

Albany, April 1, 2026 – Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Ron Kim today announced that the Assembly has passed legislation that requires mandatory health insurance coverage for acupuncture services (A.622, Kim). “Expanding access to acupuncture services in New York ensures that those suffering from chronic illnesses can access the treatment they need to improve their […]

Albany, April 1, 2026 – An audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli of the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corp. (WROTB) found poor oversight of operations by the board of directors, cost overruns and significant estimation errors. The audit found WROTB’s failure to take action to address the declining handle, the […]

Clinton County Awarded $50,000 Grant  Albany, April 1, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $10.5 million has been awarded through the federal FY 2023 and FY 2024 State Homeland Security Program to enhance the preparedness and response capabilities of 80 cities, towns, villages and counties statewide. Bomb squads, hazardous materials teams, explosive detection canine […]

State Landmarks to Be Illuminated in Teal on April 1 and April 29 Albany, April 1, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in New York, reaffirming the State’s commitment to supporting and empowering victims and survivors and preventing sexual violence in all its forms. State […]

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Nearly half a million New Yorkers on the Essential Plan could lose their coverage this summer. Click here for the New York Focus Story  STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL “Last July, New York House Republicans voted for Donald Trump’s Big Ugly Bill, ripping health care away from millions of working families. Today, New Yorkers will […]

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Application Period for Prestigious Program Closes June 1; Apply Online   Albany, March 31, 2026 – Governor Hochul today announced that applications will be accepted starting April 1 for the Empire State Fellows Program, a full-time, two-year leadership training program that prepares the next generation of talented professionals for careers as New York State policymakers. New […]

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Albany, March 31, 2026 – Illegal Turkey Take – Jefferson County On February 27, ECO Seabury responded to a complaint from a resident who reported witnessing an individual shoot and kill several wild turkeys off a back porch in the Town of Orleans. Officer Seabury questioned the subject who admitted to firing four shots and killing […]

DEC grant program will release more than $46 million to support tree production and forest management Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

The city could lose $239 million from the policy, which is supported by business groups while unions remain on the sidelines. Click here for the New York Focus story 

New Application Round for K-12 STEM Teachers and K-12 Counselors Now Open Albany, March 30, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced applications are open for the Master Teacher Program and Master Counselors, which recognizes more than 1,600 outstanding public school teachers and counselors throughout the state. Those selected for the program serve as mentors […]

Grants Provide Critical Support to Ecosystems Impacted by Aquatic and Terrestrial Invasive Species New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced more than $5.1 million to reduce the negative impacts of aquatic and terrestrial invasive species on natural resources, infrastructure, agriculture, and local economies. The 51 awarded projects will strengthen […]

New York State is home to approximately 180,000 Vietnam Era Veterans and their families, and the names of 4,119 New Yorkers who died during the war are included on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Albany, March 29, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation designating March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day […]

Queensbury, March 27, 2026 – Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today joined Assembly members Carrie Woerner (D-Round Lake) and Matt Simpson (R,C-Adirondack) at a forum with Queensbury, Lake George and several other regional school districts to discuss the electric bus mandate for schools. This forum included providing legislators with access to both electric buses and discussing […]