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NY giving combined $6 million to two North Country infrastructure projects

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March 14, 2024

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NY giving combined million to two North Country infrastructure projects

Freighters like the Calumet carry tons of sand, cement, and other raw construction materials along the St. Lawrence River to the Midwest. Photo: Chamber of Marine Commerce

Mar 14, 2024 —

Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday that New York is investing $111.1 million in port and freight rail infrastructure. Two projects in the North Country will receive funding.

Just over $5 million will go to the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority to install rail to increase capacity and safety at the port in Ogdensburg.

Another $1 million will go to the Mohawk, Adirondack & Northern Railroad Corporation to help restore service on the its Newton Falls Branch train line.

These infrastructure investments are part of the state’s effort to meet its climate goals.