Reporter Jon Alexander reports that state officials are saying all options — including a mandatory inspection and washing program — are being discussed to keep invasive species out of Lake George. 

Reporter Sean Ewart reports that Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget proposal includes increased school aid, pension savings and a reduction in Medicaid spending by municipalities. 

Reporter Chris Knight reports that the state is expected to soon take over the 1,000-acre Indian River tract, giving canoeists access to a remote 12-mile stretch of the Hudson River south of Newcomb. It’s unclear how soon the state could open up the Indian River tract, including the takeout, to public use. 

Writer Dick Beamish, founder of the Adirondack Explorer magazinee, writes that the old Adirondack Railroad corridor could be a major tourist destination for cyclists if the rails were removed. What are we waiting for?

Reporter Chris Knight reports that voters decided to dissolve the Village of Keesville. 

Reporter Jessica Collier reports that the Tupper Lake village board voted 4-1 last night to ask the state to reopen the Adirondack rail corridor’s unit management plan. 

Reporter Kate O’Connell reports that Gov. Andrew Cuomo has confirmed there will be a third round of funding through the state Regional Economic Development Councils. 

Reporter Jon Alexander reports that Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget proposal would add $19 million to the Environmental Protection Fund — the first proposed increase in three years.

The New York State Labor Department releases information that shows above 10% unemployment for many of the counties of the Adirondack Park. Of note: The numbers are not seasonally adjusted.