New York State ECOs tackle environmental violations and wildlife protection
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Division of Law Enforcement has been actively enforcing the ...
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State Department of Environmental Conservation launches ‘I BIRD NY’ birding challenge
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has launched “I BIRD NY,” a challenge urging birders to learn about birds for a chance to win prizes, ...
Reports of avian flu cases rising throughout Long Island, New York State
The uptick in cases could indicate a spread of the disease or simply greater awareness of the virus, officials said.
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New York DEC Officers Issue 32 Citations for Fishing Violations on Oneida Lake
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's police officers issued 32 citations earlier this month for a ...
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State & Union: 'Tis season for coyote awareness, says DEC
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encourages New Yorkers to help do their part to prevent conflicts ...
State DEC announces 2025 birdwatching challenge
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced the March 1 start of the 2025 I BIRD NY Challenge for birders of all ages and abilities. The challenge provides opportunities ...
It’s Been Five Years Since New York Banned Single-Use Plastic Bags. They’re Still Floating Around.
Since New York’s ban on the distribution of single-use plastic bags took effect five years ago, Francisco Marte, who owns five bodegas in the Bronx with his brothers, has been conflicted about how to ...
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State & Union: I BIRD NY Challenge kicks off today
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announces today’s the start of the 2025 I BIRD NY Challenge for ...
Editorial: Courts must uphold New York’s Climate Superfund Act
It is, to put it mildly, disappointing that 21 states have sued to block New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act. This ...
DEC warns New Yorkers to steer clear of coyotes
With spring soon approaching the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding New Yorkers to avoid ...
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Long Islander Amanda Lefton named new DEC commissioner
Amanda Lefton, a Queens native who grew up on Long Island and now lives upstate with her wife, has been tapped as ...
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Governor Hochul Unveils $80 Million Fund for Climate Resiliency in New York, Driving Environmental and Economic Progress
Governor Hochul announced an $80 million initiative for climate resiliency in New York funded by the Environmental Bond Act.