The State Department of Environmental Conservation is limiting unrestricted use of pesticides that can harm bee and other pollinator populations. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced that certain "neonic" pesticides are being reclassified as … [Read more...]
State DEC, EPA Investigating Allen Street Industrial Property
An Allen Street industrial property in danger of collapsing is also under investigation by the State Department of Environmental Conservation and Environmental Protection Agency for contamination. The property is located at 1061 Allen Street is … [Read more...]
NYS Climate Action Council Releases Draft Plan for Public Comment
The State's Climate Action Council has released its draft scoping plan for public comment. New York State's Climate Action Council, Department of Environmental Conservation, and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) … [Read more...]
Lake and Waterways Grant Program Open in Chautauqua County
The Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development has announced applications for Chautauqua County’s 2% Occupancy Tax for Lakes and Waterways Grant Program are now available. The Occupancy Tax Grants for Lakes and Waterways are funded … [Read more...]
Polystyrene Now Banned in New York State
New York's ban on polystyrene is now in effect as of January 1. The new law bans any single-use disposable polystyrene foam food service containers including bowls, cartons, clamshells, cups, lids, plates and trays. Additionally, polystyrene … [Read more...]
Ice Fishers Reminded to Take Safety Precautions This Winter
The State DEC is reminding people to be safe when ice fishing this winter. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said, "Winter in New York provides outdoor adventurers with some of the very best opportunities to … [Read more...]
NYS ‘Take Your Shot for an Outdoor Adventure’ COVID-19 Vaccination Sweepstakes Open
New York's 'Take Your Shot for an Outdoor Adventure' sweepstakes is now open. The COVID-19 vaccine incentive announced by the state is intended to bolster vaccination rates among New Yorkers who enjoy the great outdoors. During the month of … [Read more...]
New Rails To Trails Being Planned in Carroll
A new rails-to-trails is being planned in the town of Carroll. The Chautauqua County Rails to Trails applied for a permit from the State Department of Environmental Conservation for the 2-mile trail that will run from West Main Street in the village … [Read more...]
Firearms Hunting for Deer and Bear Begins Saturday
Firearms season for deer and bear begins this Saturday, November 20th. The State Department of Environmental Conservation encourages hunters to review new safety regulations and changes this season. New this year, 12- and 13-year-old hunters … [Read more...]
State DEC Observes Bat Week this Halloween Week
It's Bat Week in New York State. The State Department of Environmental Conservation is holding the annual Halloween week observance to raise awareness to reduce human disturbance to endangered and threatened bats. The State DEC urged outdoor … [Read more...]
