New York State has announced new and continued investments to address extreme heat in communities across the state. With heat waves and other extreme heat events more common, New York State agencies are continuing to work towards implementing the … [Read more...]
NYS Harmful Algal Bloom System Now Active As Reports Of Blooms In Chautauqua Lake Have Been Submitted
New York State’s Harmful Algal Bloom System is now active as reports of algal blooms in the southern basin of Chautauqua Lake have already been reported this season. The harmful algal blooms (HABs) system provides New Yorkers, including trained … [Read more...]
NYS Has Launched Lead Rental Registry Program
New York State has launched its Lead Rental Registry Program. The City of Jamestown, including all houses in the 14701 zip code area, is one of 25 communities selected for the initiative. The state regulations were finalized last week and the … [Read more...]
Boil Water Order In Effect For Village Of Fredonia Water Customers
A boil water order remains in effect in for village of Fredonia water customers. The Chautauqua County Health Department issued the order on Friday, March 27 for all Village of Fredonia water customers, including those that live outside of the … [Read more...]
NYS Department Of Health Joins World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network
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...]
