The New York State Department of Health has officially joined the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network. In January, the Trump Administration withdrew the United States from WHO. Governor Kathy Hochul said … [Read more...]
Free Fishing Days In NYS Announced For 2026
Free Fishing Days in New York State have been announced for 2026. The requirement for a freshwater fishing license will be waived on the following days: February 14–15, June 27–28, September 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and November 11 … [Read more...]
Boil Water Order, Mandatory Water Conservation Order Issued For Fredonia Water Customers
The Chautauqua County Health Department has issued a boil water order and mandatory water conservation order for all Village of Fredonia water customers. The orders were issued Friday, January 30 due to a water main break that has caused … [Read more...]
Heritage Village Skilled Nursing In Gerry Is Closing
(Updated 1/29/2026) Heritage Village Nursing Facility in the town of Gerry is closing Heritage announced the “strategic closure” of its Heritage Village skilled nursing community, citing ongoing financial and operational challenges facing the … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Encouraged To Stay Alert For Cases Of Avian Flu In Wild Birds, Animals
New Yorkers are encouraged to stay alert for cases of avian flu in wild birds and animals in the state. The State Department of Environmental Conservation says wild bird mortalities from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) increased during … [Read more...]
Boil Water Order Issues For All Fredonia Water Customers
The Chautauqua County Health Department has issued a boil water order for all Village of Fredonia water customers. This includes properties outside the Village boundaries supplied by their water system as well. A disruption in treatment at the … [Read more...]
NYS Asking Fed Gov’t To Investigate Dollar General Toy For Lead Recall
The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is calling for the Federal Government to investigate the Truck & Car Set: 2 Vehicles with Trailer toy and test for a national recall. Research and testing found the red and … [Read more...]
NYS Encourages People To Reduce Rock Salt Use Under ‘Don’t Be Salty, New York’ Campaign
“Don’t Be Salty, New York” is the name of a statewide campaign to encourage people to reduce their use of rock salt in order to protect the environment. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton said … [Read more...]
County Health Department Reminds Residents To Be Proactive To Protect Themselves From Flu, COVID-19, RSV
The Chautauqua County Health Department is reminding residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves, their families, and the community from the spread of viruses such as influenza or flu, COVID-19, and RSV this Fall. Last year, the … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Notifies Parents That Some Drinking Water Fixtures Exceed Lead Requirement Levels
Jamestown Public Schools has notified parents that 143 drinking water fixtures in school buildings have exceeded state requirements for lead levels. In a statement released by the district, JPS conducted district-wide water testing in June 2025 in … [Read more...]
