News and updates
Updates on our work and mentions in the media
November 26, 2025
Catskills, New York City reach 2-year pact on land purchases
Times Union
In the press
November 25, 2025
Proposed Revision of Clean Water Act Seen As A Threat to Drinking Water
The Hudson Independent
In the press
November 23, 2025
Environmental group Riverkeeper says proposed EPA changes could endanger water supplies and habitats
WAMC
In the press
November 20, 2025
Riverkeeper raises concerns over proposed changes to wetland protections; EPA and Army Corps say rule brings clarity
Mid Hudson News
In the press
November 8, 2025
Real-life Kramer slices through fecal-infested Red Hook channel every day: ‘It calms me’
New York Post
In the press
October 24, 2025
NY declares Harlem River is now ‘swimmable’ — but activists insist new status will only keep water dirty
New York Post
In the press
October 22, 2025
Record algal bloom pops up in Hudson Valley
Capitol Press Room
In the press
October 17, 2025
Climate change could make algal blooms more common in Hudson River, scientists say
Gothamist
In the press
October 15, 2025
State Strengthens Protections For The Hudson While Allowing Overwhelming Harlem River Sewage Pollution
Harlem World Magazine
In the press
October 14, 2025
New York to appeal after judge OKs radioactive Indian Point water in the Hudson
News 10
In the press
October 13, 2025
Toxic algal blooms clearing up along the Hudson River
News 10
In the press
October 11, 2025
Radioactive Waste Threatens New York’s Best Surf Zone
Surfer
In the press
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