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The new law stems from adverse reactions to a crypto-mining operation along Seneca Lake, in the heart of the state’s winemaking region.

Water intake and pollution permits for the controversial power plant and cryptocurrency mining facility expire at the end of September.

DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos presented the community garden organization with a grant from the state’s environmental protection fund.

The DEC maintained its previous position that the facility did not comply with New York’s statutory climate goals.

Hochul said recently that she is still considering whether to sign the moratorium legislation. The DEC has set a deadline of June 30 to address Greenidge’s permits.

Environmental regulator issues violation notice to the Village of Johnson City.

Many wells were abandoned over the last century and are difficult to find and properly plug.

“I appreciate the ambition, but we want to see what the science says, what the facts say on the application and ultimately we'll make a determination on that and that alone."

Environmental activists call the move "political."

As warmer temperatures return to the Southern Tier, it’s a sign that ice fishing season is wrapping up. WSKG’s Megan Zerez went out to learn about the sport.