The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the Skinners Falls Bridge, carrying Route 1002 over the Delaware River in Wayne County, will be dismantled before the end of the year. The…
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Hochul Announces Statewide Burn Ban Due to Increased Fire Risk
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a statewide burn ban through the end of the month due to increased fire risk. That word came today (November 12) as Hochul visited Greenwood…
New York Environmental Advocates React to Lee Zeldin Nomination to Lead the EPA
President-elect Donald Trump has named former Long Island Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency in his upcoming administration. New York environmental advocates and others are tempering their expectations as…
When Will This Dry Pattern Change?
The Hudson Valley and Catskills regions are experiencing moderate drought conditions and is under a Drought Watch, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). A “watch” is the…
Skinners Falls Bridge to be Dismantled; Public Meeting Scheduled
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the Skinners Falls Bridge, carrying Route 1002 over the Delaware River in Wayne County, will be dismantled before the end of the year. The…
Update on Wildfires in Orange and Ulster Counties
The Jennings Creek fire in Orange County (NY) that claimed the life of a teenage state parks employee continues to burn. Orange County Government said via social media that fire lines held…
With NY Rep. Elise Stefanik Chosen as UN Ambassador, Her Congressional District Contemplates a Special Election
New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R), has been selected by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as UN ambassador in his upcoming administration. If she is confirmed, that would trigger a special election…
New York Democratic Chair Calls Election Outcome a Surprise, Says Party Can’t Focus on Cultural Issues Going Forward
New York Democrats came into the election working feverishly to flip several key House seats, and they largely succeeded. But that was a rare bright spot during a huge performance for Republicans…
NY State Parks Employee Dies Fighting Wildfire; Ulster Fire 90% Contained
One person is dead as firefighters continue to battle a wildfire near the Orange County village of Greenwood Lake. New York State Police say 18-year-old Dariel Vasquez — a park ranger with…