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2022 Online Notification and Reporting System for Harmful Algal Blooms

Interactive Map Displays Bloom Locations and Informative Website Encourages New Yorkers to “Know it, Avoid it, Report it” The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Department of Health (DOH) today reminded New Yorkers to learn about and be aware of harmful algal blooms, or “HABs,” as the 2022 HABs […]

Massive tire fire reported at Clinton Co. Landfill | Sun Community News MORRISONVILLE | 

Source: Massive tire fire reported at Clinton Co. Landfill | Sun Community News MORRISONVILLE | Thick smoke could be seen for miles after a massive tire fire was reported at the Clinton County Landfill Tuesday morning.

DEC Announces 2021-22 Deer Harvest Estimates

New York Hunters Took More than 211,000 Deer Total Harvest Decreased Due to Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, Deer Management Permit Declines The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced hunters in New York harvested an estimated 211,269 deer during the 2021-22 hunting seasons. The season’s harvest was down 17 percent last year and […]

May 16 vs May 24, 2022

Rural Development in the Town of Schuyler Falls

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today announced the Town of Schuyler Falls will receive $6,862,000 in grants and loans ($5,562,000 in Rural Development direct loan funds and $1,300,000 in Rural Development grant funds) from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for water and waste disposal. “I am announcing a significant amount of taxpayer […]

Call the Dogs off the Lions – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Call the Dogs off the Lions – – The Adirondack Almanack

Whiteface plan gets approved, with caveats

Source: Whiteface plan gets approved, with caveats

Conservation group, municipality sue to block Lake George herbicide use

Source: Conservation group, municipality sue to block Lake George herbicide use

Taking time on a Saturday morning to beautify our community

If you traveled on the eastern portion of the Bear Swamp Rd. this morning you undoubtedly saw members of the Peru Lions Club doing their monthly roadside trash pick-up. The Lions adopted the Bear Swamp Rd. many years ago as participants in the “Keep America Beautiful” program. Amy Davies, one of the Lions Club’s newest […]

Supermoon eclipse may be visible this weekend in Vermont and New York

Source: Supermoon eclipse may be visible this weekend in Vermont and New York

Ausable River Association announces spring guided watershed tours

WILMINGTON — The Ausable River Association (AsRA) has announced the schedule for their free, guided interpretive outdoor programs in the northern Adirondacks this spring. “We are excited to grow our popular guided watershed tours this year,” said Kelley Tucker, AsRA’s Executive Director. “We’re offering guided tours in all seasons this year, and our spring tours […]

Thinking about buying an electric vehicle? Is Upstate New York one of the best places to charge one? (video) – syracuse.com

“Eric Hittinger, an Associate Professor of Public Policy at Rochester Institute of Technology said, “Upstate New York has the cleanest electricity grid in the country.” Source: Thinking about buying an electric vehicle? Is Upstate New York one of the best places to charge one? (video) – syracuse.com

New York’s once-booming oil industry and the risky wells it left behind – City & State New York

Source: New York’s once-booming oil industry and the risky wells it left behind – City & State New York

Wilmington wildlife –  Refuge to reopen with new look, animals Adirondack Explorer

Source: Wilmington wildlife – Adirondack Explorer

Armed with new regulatory power, Burlington City Council commissions plan to reduce carbon output – VTDigger

Source: Armed with new regulatory power, Burlington City Council commissions plan to reduce carbon output – VTDigger

Lunar eclipse to turn May full moon into a blood moon: When to see it – syracuse.com

Source: Lunar eclipse to turn May full moon into a blood moon: When to see it – syracuse.com

Deadly new avian flu strain kills 9 bald eagles in Upstate NY: ‘It literally just fell out of the tree’ – syracuse.com

Source: Deadly new avian flu strain kills 9 bald eagles in Upstate NY: ‘It literally just fell out of the tree’ – syracuse.com

Fire danger ‘high’ across the North Country | NCPR News

Source: Fire danger ‘high’ across the North Country | NCPR News

Boat inspection starts Memorial Day weekend | Sun Community News PAUL SMITHS

Source: Boat inspection starts Memorial Day weekend | Sun Community News PAUL SMITHS | Throughout the Adirondacks, 60 boat launches will offer free boat inspections and washing.

Birders are seeing more sandhill cranes in the North Country | NCPR News

Source: Birders are seeing more sandhill cranes in the North Country | NCPR News

Plattsburgh Town adding solar farms

Source: Plattsburgh Town adding solar farms

DEC Reminds Anglers of Special Fishing Regulations In Effect for Upcoming Fishing Seasons

Opening Day for Many Cool Water Species Opens on May 1, Except in Border Waters The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation today reminded anglers to always consult the fishing regulations guide to ensure they are complying with the seasonal restrictions and waterbody-specific rules before heading out onto the water. Fishing regulation changes implemented […]

County Appoints New Director of Public Health 

Clinton County, April 29, 2022. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Sisson, as the Director of Public Health in Clinton County. Mr. Sisson comes to CCHD after 18 years as the Heath, Safety, Risk Management Specialist at Champlain Valley Educational Services.  “I am very excited to join […]

St. Lawrence County legislators request better regulations for recycling solar panels | St. Lawrence County | nny360.com

Source: St. Lawrence County legislators request better regulations for recycling solar panels | St. Lawrence County | nny360.com

Introducing “Climate Matters” – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Introducing “Climate Matters” – – The Adirondack Almanack