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...]
NYS DEC Proposes Banning Expanded Polystyrene Foam Containers, ‘Packing Peanuts’
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has proposed banning expanded polystyrene foam containers and loose fill packaging, commonly referred to as 'packing peanuts.' The regulation would go into effect January 1st, 2022. The … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation To Make New Cars Zero-Emissions By 2035
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to make all new passenger cars and trucks sold in New York State zero-emissions by 2035. In addition, the Governor directed the Department of Environmental Conservation to release a proposed regulation … [Read more...]
State DEC Adopts New Regulations for Deer, Bear Hunting
The State Department of Environmental Conservation has adopted new regulations for deer and bear hunting in New York. The rule changes include extending hunting hours and dress code requirements to improve hunter safety. The DEC had announced the … [Read more...]
