(01/16/12) A new debate is underway over the future of the Adirondack Regional Airport in Lake Clear. Traffic at the airport is growing, with more than 11,500 passengers using Cape Air's commuter flights last year. Supporters say that brings a big boost to the Tri-Lakes economy.
But state and local officials also say cost overruns, mismanagement and a lack of political support for the airport could threaten its future.
Brian Mann has our story. more
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A hard landing for Adirondack Regional Airport? (Photo: Wikipedia)
Adirondack Regional Airport (Photo: Harrietstown website)
(01/11/12) The state Comptroller issued a scathing report yesterday, arguing that "mismanagement" at the Adirondack Regional Airport in Lake Clear has cost Harrietstown nearly a quarter million dollars. The report also found that local officials "could not account for" nearly four thousand gallons of fuel. Brian Mann has details. more
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