New Yorkers are reminded that the annual statewide ban on residential brush burning is still in effect until May 14. Local fire crews had to put out a wildland fire on Kuhrt Road in Forestville on Saturday, April 8. The State Department of … [Read more...]
Spring Trout Fishing Begins April 1 in NYS
Spring trout fishing season begins Saturday in New York State. The State Department of Environmental Conservation stocks nearly 1.9 million trout in waters statewide, beginning in March and lasting until early June. DEC Commissioner Basil … [Read more...]
Debris Removal in Chadakoin River Basin Expected to Begin in April
Work to remove debris in the Chadakoin River Basin is expected to begin in April. Jamestown City Council approved an allocation by the Jamestown Local Development Corporation of $327,925 in American Rescue Plan funds to the Chautauqua Watershed … [Read more...]
2023 I Bird NY Challenge Underway
The 2023 I BIRD NY Challenge is now underway. The challenge, run by the State Department of Environmental Conservation, is open to all ages and abilities. The I BIRD NY program was launched in 2017 to build on the State's efforts to increase … [Read more...]
Jamestown Local Development Corporation Approves Over $360,000 for Chadakoin River Bank Stabilization, Debris Removal
The Jamestown Local Development Corporation board has approved over $360,000 toward Chadakoin River bank stabilization and debris removal. Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Conservation Director Twan Leenders presented a request for $362,925 in … [Read more...]
Annual Statewide Burn Ban Starts March 16 and Continues Through May 14
The annual statewide burn ban starts March 16 and runs through May 14. State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos said the DEC has enforced the annual brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect … [Read more...]
2022 Hunting Season One of Safest Ever in NYS
The 2022 hunting season in New York tied with 2021 for the safest ever year. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said 2022 had the lowest number of hunting-related shooting incidents since record-keeping began. … [Read more...]
State DEC Reminds People to Use Caution as Coyote Sightings Increase During Spring
As we get closer to Spring time, people are reminded to take steps to avoid conflict with coyotes. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said coyote sightings are likely to increase in the coming months. Coyotes inhabit a … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Soil and Water Receives Over $500,000 for Watershed Improvement Projects
Chautauqua County Soil and Water Conservation District has received over $500,000 with four other communities receiving $180,000 from New York State for water quality improvement projects. The grants are through the State Department of … [Read more...]
Dunkirk Harbor, Point Gratiot Park Added to NYS Birding Trail
Two Dunkirk area locations have been added to the New York State Birding Trail. State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos said the addition seven new locations bring the total number of birding trail locations … [Read more...]
