Record Greenhouse Gases Put Mohawk Valley Climate Risks in Focus
A new WMO greenhouse-gas record puts New York’s regional warming, flood preparedness and unequal climate risks in focus for Mohawk Valley readers.
Long Island Disaster Declaration Request Targets Public Recovery
New York seeks federal disaster aid for Nassau and Suffolk public infrastructure after September's nor'easter, with household aid not included.
Central Park Flood Project Will Save 175M Gallons of Water
A $35.7 million Central Park project will store stormwater, protect Harlem and East Harlem, and conserve an estimated 175 million gallons of drinking water yearly.
New York’s Bats Face an Uneven Recovery as Winter Nears
New York's Bat Week warning highlights uneven recovery from white-nose syndrome and why undisturbed winter shelters still matter.
New Catskills Trail Network Gives Hikers and Cyclists 11.5 Miles
DEC announced an 11.5-mile trail network in Shandaken Wild Forest for hiking, mountain biking and cross-country skiing.
New York’s $111.5M Clean-Heat Test: Two Pilots, Big Questions
New York approved two thermal-network pilots and rejected nine. Explore the costs, ratepayer safeguards and Syracuse connection.
Clean Water for Housing Grants Offer $225 Million Statewide
New York opened $225 million in Clean Water for Housing grants for water, sewer and stormwater projects that remove barriers to new homes.
Farmland Protection Awards Put $8.3 Million Into Central New York Farms
New York is awarding $48.5 million to protect 16,005 acres of farmland, including more than $8.3 million for six Central New York farms covering 1,774 acres.
Mohawk Valley Water Grants Bring Nearly $37 Million to Six Projects
Nearly $37 million in Mohawk Valley water grants will support six projects in Camden, Frankfort, Rome, Schuyler and Trenton.
Shoreham Land Acquisition Protects 750 Acres of Coast and Pine Barrens
New York’s $28.25 million Shoreham land acquisition protects nearly 750 acres of pine barrens, wetlands, shoreline and drinking-water resources while planning future public trails and beach access.