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Dairy’s $5M Fix for Polluted River | Montpelier News
North Country Dairy in Brasher, New York, faces mounting pressure over alleged pollution of the Deer River, with locals and state officials blaming its wastewater discharge for persistent sewer fungus in the water. For over two years, residents like Stuart Legacy say the problem has been ongoing — 24/7. In response, the dairy plans a $5 million upgrade to its treatment system and lagoon to meet DEC standards. While county leaders like James Reagen back the investment as a necessary fix, critics like Legacy remain skeptical, demanding the dairy halt production until upgrades are complete — and…
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