The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) is reminding snowmobilers to prioritize safety while enjoying the state’s 10,500 miles of snowmobile trails. … more

As many give thanks with family and friends this November, be thankful for our environment, too, by taking actions to protect and preserve our natural resources. Help by reducing wasted food, … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the start of the DEC annual Arbor Day Poster contest. Each year, DEC’s Urban and Community Forestry Program … more

Mulch your leaves in place. Shred your leaves with a lawnmower and leave them on your lawn. It’s faster and easier than raking or leaf blowing and adds nutrients to the soil.   Add … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that the state’s most popular big game hunting season began Saturday, Nov. 16, and continues through Dec. 8. With an … more

Drowning in junk mail? We’ve got you covered, here’s how to manage it effectively: Recycle Right • Remove any magnets or plastic cards.   • Shred or blackout … more

The local chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club has planned monthly outings and meetings for December.   Call the hike leader listed - Diane Aaronson at 607-432-9391 or Linda Pearce at … more

STAMFORD - For Walt Keller of Stamford, the fight to eliminate lead contamination in venison isn’t just about hunting ethics — it’s about protecting public health and wildlife. A … more

Daryl Birdsall of Unadilla harvested this 160-pound, 8-point buck opening day of big game rifle season on Nov. 6. The deer was harvested in the town of Butternuts. more

Joe Dibble of Bovina harvested this 6-point buck Nov. 18 in the town of Delhi. more

Dawson Bowker, 12, celebrates his first successful hunt on rifle season’s opening day in Walton, bagging an impressive 8-point buck with guidance from his proud dad, Kris Bowker. more

New York City has escalated its response to a historic precipitation shortage, moving from a drought watch to a drought warning and pausing the $2 billion Delaware Aqueduct Repair Project. Mayor Eric … more