First Responder Friday Salutes Conservation Officer of the Year
A prestigious International Conservation Club bestows the honor on Officer Darryl Lucas .
Agriculture
Herkimer County DEC Officer Named Wildlife Officer of the Year
The New York State DEC is celebrating one of its officers from Herkimer County, who was recently named Wildlife Officer of the Year by an international group.
Crappie and Sunfish Regulation Changes Proposed by New York
Minimum size limits would be increased and harvest limits reduced on several species of panfish.
Hogs Chickens Turkeys & Eggs Added to Funding for Farmers
CFAP program is covering 80% of revenue losses from 2020 when compared to 2019.
Hot Pockets Recalled After Glass and Hard Plastic Found Inside
One consumer suffered and oral injury after biting into the product.
Hamilton FFA Students "Thank a Farmer" With Annual Basket Program
Members delivered gift baskets to 27 farms in recognition of their hard work and dedication.
Tell Us About a Central New York Farm Family You Know
Nominate a CNY Farmer we should salute.
New York Regulating the Type of Hook Anglers Use for Striped Bass
Under the change, only "non-offset" circle hooks would be legal to use.
NY's State Nursery Giving Free Trees and Shrubs to Youth Groups
School Seedling program offers 50 trees or shrubs to any youth education group and schools.
Get Ready for CNY Sled Season with Snowmobile Safety Courses
Youth as young as 10 can legally operate snowmobiles after passing the course.
More Drive-Thru Food Events Coming Soon to Utica Rome Area
Distribution events could start by the end of January.
Food Recall: Polish Sausage Sold at Price Chopper & Hannaford
The products contain cheese and red bell peppers not listed on the label.