Low Water Levels Force One Central New York Lake To Shut Down
One Central New York lake's swimming is closed due to low water levels.
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Westmoreland New York: Skip Sprinklers, Save Every Drop
Westmoreland officials urge water conservation amid low rainfall; residents should limit sprinklers and monitor usage to protect local wells.
Tiny Invader Threatens Upstate New York Adirondack Forests
Invasive hemlock woolly adelgid confirmed deeper in Adirondacks, threatening New York forests, streams, and wildlife.
Massive Northern Pike Caught at Delta Lake State Park
John Sodaro hooked a massive Northern Pike near the boat launch at Delta Lake State Park — the largest summer catch recorded there.
Your Guide To Every Apple Variety In New York State
Discover every apple variety grown in New York, when to pick them, and where to find the orchards that grow them across the state.
Go Outside: New York Launches 2025 State Parks Wellness Challenge
New York’s 2025 Wellness Challenge offers 50 missions across state parks and historic sites. Complete 25 to earn a sticker prize and explore outdoor wellness.
Red Panda Gives Birth To Rare Twins At Utica Zoo
Twin red panda cubs have been born at Utica Zoo to first-time mom Mei Lin.
NY Angler Lands Massive Brook Trout, Sets New State Record
Benjamin Ferguson from Lowville caught a new New York State record brook trout in the Adirondacks, measuring 22 inches and over six pounds.
Here’s What Fall 2025 Could Look Like In New York State
Expect a crisp, colorful autumn in Upstate New York this fall with fewer heatwaves, cooler nights, and vibrant leaves, per seasonal predictions.
You Can Now Get Married At This Syracuse New York Zoo
Say “I do” at Syracuse’s Rosamond Gifford Zoo—now offering weddings, clambakes, and parties next to where elephants once roamed.