The State Department of Environmental Conservation is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to share the woods safely this fall and winter. Hikers, nature photographers, leaf peepers, and mountain bikers are encouraged to follow safety measures while … [Read more...]
Motorists Advised To Be Aware of Deer On Roadways
Motorists are being reminded to be aware of deer on the roadways as we enter their most active season. The State Department of Environmental Conservation and Department of Motor Vehicles said deer are most active and more likely to enter public … [Read more...]
WNY Land Conservancy Receives Grant For Conservation Easements In Cattaraugus County
The Western New York Land Conservancy has received funding to purchase conservation easements for property that lines the headwaters of the Allegheny River. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced grants … [Read more...]
Dunkirk Man Dies In Crash on Route 60
A Dunkirk man died following an accident that closed part of Route 60 for a couple hours on Monday. State Police report 41-year old Samuel Lobley was driving a truck south on Route 60 Monday morning when he crossed into the other lane and struck a … [Read more...]
Prendergast Boat Launch Closed For Paving
The Prendergast Boat Launch in Mayville will be closed this week for paving. The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the temporary closure. The parking area for the Prendergast Boat Launch and fishing access site will be … [Read more...]
Small Game Hunting Season Opens Oct. 1 in NYS
Small game hunting seasons open this Saturday, October 1 in New York State Season dates, bag limits, and other hunting regulations for New York's small game species are available in the Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide, which can be obtained … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Requesting $244,500 For Phase 2 of Chadakoin River Restoration
The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is requesting funding from the City of Jamestown for Phase 2 of its Chadakoin River restoration project. The CWC would use $224,500 in American Rescue Plan funding to carry out three projects on the Chadakoin … [Read more...]
Audubon Community Nature Center Added To NYS Birding Trail
The Audubon Community Nature Center has been added as a location on New York State's Birding Trail. The Audubon is one of 12 new locations being added to the trail which brings the total number of birding trail locations across the state to … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy Meets With Chautauqua Lake Stakeholders to Discuss Lake Efforts
Chautauqua Lake organizations, local foundations, and other stakeholders met with Congressman Nick Langworthy Wednesday to discuss efforts around the lake. Chautauqua Lake is classified by the New York State Department of Environmental … [Read more...]
Jamestown Planning Commission Hears About Proposed Cannabis Manufacturing Project
The Jamestown Planning Commission heard initial details about a proposed cannabis manufacturer in Jamestown. Jamestown Cannabis Company has purchased a 32-acre undeveloped property at 1000 Allen Street. The proposed building will be a 100 by 200 … [Read more...]
