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
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.