Reporter Jamie Munks reports that the Fund for Lake George’s Waterkeeper and some lakeside residents would like a local law requiring property owners to regularly have their septic systems inspected and certified to prevent them from leaking into the lake.

A press release notes that New York State Parks have enjoyed a 5.6% increase in visitors this year.

Reporter Mike Lynch reports that towns and residents learned a great deal about how to manage river cleanup work following Tropical Storm Irene. 

Reporter Lee Coleman reports that some experts are saying that the hot, dry summer may result in less color in some parts of upstate New York. **Please note that a paid subscription is required to view this article online.

Reporter Ted Booker reports that with summer-like weather forecast for the near future, tourism will increase and businesses that rely on it will see an uptick in cash flow.

Reporter Chris Morris reports that Gov. Andrew Cuomo will defer to the North Country Regional Economic Development Council regarding a decision on the best use of the Adirondack railroad corridor.

Reporter Chris Morris reports that Gov. Andrew Cuomo traveled to Keene to announce that the state will pay $640,000 toward the construction of a new firehouse to replace the one ripped in half during Tropical Storm Irene.

Reporter Dan Heath reports that neighbors of Plattsburgh’s Bombardier Transportation facility are worried about how company’s expansion plans will affect them.