DEC: PFAS widespread in communities, nature PFAS, also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a class of human-made chemicals that were widely used in various... Home 06 Jan 2026 | 03:50
‘Don’t Be Salty’ campaign begins New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today joined State and local officials... Home 10 Dec 2025 | 12:41
DEC finalizes pollution tracking program On Dec. 1, 2025, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the... Home 03 Dec 2025 | 04:00
‘Water Connects Us All’ poster contest announced “Water Connects Us All” will be the theme for the 21st annual water conservation poster contest for middle school students.... Home 04 Nov 2025 | 06:27
Area public lands used by fall hunters and hikers With hunting seasons underway and fall hiking still at its peak, DEC is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to follow safety... Home 20 Oct 2025 | 11:53
New hunting changes for 2025 Hunters should be aware of changes to carcass tagging, harvest reporting, and crossbow hunting opportunities for the 2025-26... Home 08 Oct 2025 | 02:34
Statewide burn ban in effect through Oct. 15 Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) recently announced a statewide burn ban due... Home 03 Oct 2025 | 05:00
