Buffalo, NY, Oct 05, 2009 — The big bad wolf gave straw houses a pretty bad reputation. But it turns out straw bale houses are incredibly strong and energy efficient. The century-old building material is making a comeback as an eco-friendly choice for modern home construction. And these homeowners aren't afraid of a little wind. One woman is even building a straw bale house in the sometimes cold, blustery climate of the east. Joyce Kryszak tells us her story.  Go to full article

Aug 21, 2009 — A farmer in Essex County wants more than $200,000 in legal fees from the Adirondack Park Agency, following a lengthy court battle. Todd Moe has more.  Go to full article

Tupper Lake, NY, Jun 24, 2009 — A lengthy and secretive attempt to resolve concerns about the impacts of a massive Tupper Lake resort project has come to an end with no agreement between the developer and the project's biggest critics. Michael Foxman, lead developer of the Adirondack Club and Resort, has reportedly ended closed-door mediation sessions with environmental groups and neighbors to the project. The mediation began in April of 2008 but only a handful of sessions took place. As Chris Knight reports, the project is now headed back to the Adirondack Park Agency for an adjudicatory hearing process that could be just as lengthy  Go to full article

Secunda, , Jun 12, 2009 — A key Adirondack Park Agency committee has approved plans for a large scale residential development on a remote Adirondack lake. The APA's Regulatory Programs Committee signed off yesterday on the Brandreth Lake Association's plan to build 44 homes on more than 400 acres at the northern end of the lake, located in Hamilton County. Environmental groups were divided over the project. Chris Knight reports.  Go to full article

Apr 17, 2009 — The city of Ogdensburg is getting $650,000 to improve some run-down residential properties. The federal and state money will go to programs operating under the umbrella of what's called "neighborhood stabilization." In Ogdensburg, nine homes will be fixed up. And they're already owned by the city, most acquired through tax foreclosure. Jonathan Brown has more.  Go to full article

Mar 12, 2009 — The North Country has managed to dodge the worst parts of the home-mortgage crisis that has devastated the country's economy. Foreclosures in this region haven't spiked as they have in other parts of the country. But some real estate experts say the souring economy and the growing number of lay-offs has begun to hit more homeowners. Brian Mann has our story.  Go to full article

Mar 03, 2009 — It's a commonplace for people who own older homes--you've got to replace old, wooden windows with modern, energy-efficient ones before cold winds blow again. Each year, more homeowners choose the replacement windows, often made from vinyl or aluminum. But some historical preservationists are challenging those assumptions. They say it makes sense to think twice. Shawn Allee reports.  Go to full article

Feb 25, 2009 — State officials want to expand dramatically the protection given to streams and rivers that flow into Lake George. Green groups and some residents say the move is necessary to begin restoring the lake's legendary water-quality. But pro-development groups and many locals say the new regulations would stifle development and eclipse private property rights. Brian Mann reports from Lake George.  Go to full article

Feb 06, 2009 — Last night's rally was intended to show broad local support of the Adirondack Club and Resort project. Brian Mann spoke with Ricky Dattola. His family runs a lumber supply company in the town, and he helped organize the rally.  Go to full article

Jan 30, 2009 — Ogdensburg officials are asking for a federal grant to rehab foreclosed homes - and turn them into affordable housing for the city's low-income residents. Martha Foley has more.  Go to full article