News and updates
Updates on our work and mentions in the media
September 25, 2025
EPA sends mixed signals on PFAS: What it means for New York’s water and health
EPA weakening national drinking water protections while upholding some cleanup rules increase risks to Hudson River, Newburgh, and millions of New Yorkers exposed to toxic “forever chemicals.”
Larissa Liebmann
July 31, 2025
Fishing for feedback on PCBs signs
July 24, 2025
On the water, for the river
May 1, 2025
Launching our patrol boat for a season of protecting the Hudson
April 3, 2025
Watch our recent webinar and learn how you can take action to defend clean water
April 3, 2025
Riverkeeper organizes new bipartisan call to action on Hudson River cleanup
March 21, 2025
Congressional letter urges EPA action on Hudson River PCBs
March 6, 2025
Court ruling restricts EPA's ability to limit water pollution
January 17, 2025
Riverkeeper opposes latest EPA findings in Hudson River cleanup
January 17, 2025
Environmental Groups Condemn EPA's Final Review of the Hudson Superfund Site
December 19, 2024
Our effort to reduce pollution in Newtown Creek
June 12, 2024
Riverkeeper's Patrol Boat Captain John Lipscomb to retire after 24 years of devoted service to the Hudson
Riverkeeper announces that Patrol Boat Captain and Vice President for Advocacy John Lipscomb, who has served as the eyes and ears of the Hudson River for 24 years, will retire in 2024.
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