New Yorkers are asked to turn off non-essential outdoor lighting to protect migrating birds as they navigate night skies. The State Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of General Services encourages people to participate in the … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Reminded To Remove, Secure Outdoor Food Sources That Attract Black Bears
New Yorkers are reminded to remove or secure outdoor food sources that may attract black bears. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said that throughout the spring and early summer months, black bears … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – NYS DEC on Wetlands Protection Act – March 28, 2024
The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation held a virtual meeting on March 11, 2024 with Chautauqua County officials and other town and village officials about how the state's Freshwater Wetlands Act will affect Chautauqua Lake. … [Read more...]
Spring Trout Fishing Begins April 1
The Spring Trout fishing season begins in New York State on April 1. The spring tradition is bolstered by the State Department of Environmental Conservation's extensive stocking program and New York’s world-renowned wild trout fisheries. DEC's … [Read more...]
Dunkirk Harbor Fishing Platform Construction Completed
Construction of a new fishing platform has been completed in the Dunkirk Harbor. The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the newly reconstructed and reopened fishing platform features slip-resistant decking, two benches, … [Read more...]
DEC Officials Try To Clear Confusion Over How Wetland Act Will Impact Chautauqua Lake
State officials are trying to clear up confusion over how revisions to the state's Freshwater Wetlands Act could impact Chautauqua Lake. The State Department of Environmental Conservation held a zoom conference with Chautauqua County, town, and … [Read more...]
Jamestown Planning Commission Tables Northwest Savings Bank Site Plan
The Jamestown Planning Commission has tabled a site plan for a new Northwest Savings Bank location in Brooklyn Square. The bank is proposed to be built on the site of the former Chinese restaurant at 7 South Main Street and have a .67 acre … [Read more...]
Annual Statewide Ban On Residential Brush Burning Starts March 16
The annual statewide ban on residential brush burning starts Saturday, March 16. The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the ban will run through May 14. Since 2009, the DEC has enforced the annual brush burning ban to help … [Read more...]
2024 ‘I BIRD NY’ Challenge Has Begun In NYS
The 2024 "I BIRD NY" Challenge has begun in New York State. The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the challenge which provides opportunities to identify birds and learn about birdlife. It awards program finishers with a … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Designated An Accredited Land Trust
The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy has earned national recognition as an accredited land trust from the Land Trust Accreditation Commission. CWC Conservation Director Twan Leenders said the CWC has been working toward receiving this … [Read more...]
