It is not uncommon in Central New York to see wildlife in the streets of a residential neighborhood every once in a while, but it seems lately bear sightings have been on the rise.
Many residents in the Village of Whitesboro and surrounding areas got quite the surprise on Monday afternoon as an unexpected visitor and trespasser was seen wandering through backyards and streets.
Witnesses phoned into the newsroom on Friday morning saying they spotted a young bear cub crossing the street at about 8:15 a.m. on Friday in New Hartford.
One family had their campsite invade at the Old Forge Camping Resort over the weekend. It only reiterates the importance of diligence in the great outdoors.
It is always enjoyable to see a deer, rabbit or other small mammals when you walk out of your home in the early morning hours, but one Deerfield resident wasn't so lucky.