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1. STATEMENT FROM NYS ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES CORPORATION PRESIDENT AND CEO MAUREEN A. COLEMAN Published 01/09/2026 “Governor Hochul’s bold $3.75 billion plan to upgrade New York State’s water infrastructure ...
2. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION POLICE ON PATROL Published 01/09/2026 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapter ...
3. New York Department of State Issues Warning to Consumers after Investigations of Med Spa Service Providers Published 01/08/2026 Over 200 Inspections Conducted Statewide Resulting in Suspensions, Revocations, and Fines Im ...
4. DEC SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT ON DRAFT POLICY TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Published 01/08/2026 Written Comments Accepted until Monday, March 9; Virtual Public Meeting on Wednesday, February 4/str ...
5. State Parks Releases the Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement for the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail Published 01/07/2026 The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), serving as the lead agency for the State Environmental Quality Review Act, released the Final Generic Environmental ...
6. DEC FOREST RANGERS – WEEK IN REVIEW Published 01/07/2026 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide ...
7. DEC TO HOLD JANUARY 20 PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION FOR GRAPE HOLLOW STATE FOREST UNIT MANAGEMENT PLAN DEVELOPMENT Published 01/07/2026 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced an information session on January 20, 2026, to sol ...
8. DEC ENCOURAGES VOLUNTEER CAMPGROUND AMBASSADORS TO SIGN UP FOR 2026 CAMPING SEASON Published 01/06/2026 Applications Due by January 30, 2026  span style="font-size: 12pt; font ...
9. DEC’S ANNUAL TREE AND SHRUB SEEDLING SALE IS NOW OPEN Published 01/06/2026 Trees Planted Contribute to the State’s Goal of Planting 25 Million Tree ...
10. DEC ANNOUNCES LICENSED GUIDE PROGRAM 2026 EXAM DATES Published 01/06/2026 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced upcoming dates for the New York State Licensed Guide exam. Licen ...
11. In-Person Public Comment Hearing Set Regarding Clinton County Solar Facility Published 01/06/2026 ALBANY —The New York State Department of Pu ...
12. DEC ANNOUNCES JANUARY 21 ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE LISTENING SESSION FOR NEWBURGH Published 01/05/2026 Community Conversations and Engagement around New York State’s Sustained Efforts to Advance Environm ...
13. DEC ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF FINAL ADIRONDACK BROOK TROUT POND MANAGEMENT PLAN Published 01/05/2026 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced the release of the final Adirondack Brook ...
14. DEC RELEASES DRAFT ACCESS AND PUBLIC USE PLAN FOR LAKEVIEW WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA FOR PUBLIC COMMENT Published 01/05/2026 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released a draft Access and Public Use Plan (APUP) for the Lakeview Wildli ...
15. DPS Marks Significant 2025 Achievements Published 01/05/2026 Ensuring Affordability Remains Top Priority  ALBANY — The New York S ...
16. DEC REGION 9 ANNOUNCES GRANT FUNDING TO LOCAL EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF ORGANIZATIONS Published 01/02/2026 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 9 celebrated the recent awarding ...
17. DEC ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $22 MILLION FOR CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES GRANT AWARDS Published 01/02/2026 Largest-Ever Grant Awards Bolstered by Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act Fundin ...
18. DEC REMINDS NEW YORKERS OF EXPANDED WASTE REDUCTION LAWS TAKING EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2026 Published 12/31/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is reminding businesses, organizations, and consumers of upcoming waste reductio ...
19. DEC ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF SPRUCE GROUSE RELEASES Published 12/30/2025 Thirteen-Year Effort Concludes with Successful 2025 Translocation Long-Term Monitoring and Habi ...
20. NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE AWARDS OVER $19 MILLION FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS THROUGH THE 2025 REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL INITIATIVE Published 12/30/2025 Funding Through Key Department of State Programs Will Help Redevelop Former Brownf ...
21. DEC ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF THE CATSKILLS FIRE TOWER CHALLENGE Published 12/30/2025 2026 Challenge Includes Two New Fire Towers in Delaware County   span style="font-size: 11.0p ...
22. DEC FOREST RANGERS – WEEK IN REVIEW Published 12/30/2025   Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions New York State Department of Environmental Conse ...
23. Virtual Public Statement Hearing Set Regarding Proposed Transmission Line Rebuild Published 12/30/2025 ALBANY — The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) will hold a v ...
24. DEC ANNOUNCES ANOTHER RECORD-BREAKING YEAR FOR “CLEANSWEEPNY” CHEMICAL COLLECTION PROGRAM Published 12/29/2025 More than 645,500 Pounds of Chemicals, Pesticides, Paint, Oil, Flammable Liquids, and Other Hazardous Materials Collected During 2025 p s ...
25. Historic Powerball Jackpot Run Delivers More than $79 Million to New York Published 12/29/2025 Even though the $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot drawing held on Christmas Eve was won in Arkansas, ticket sales leading up to the drawing generated more than $79 million combined for New York’ ...
26. NYS OFFICE OF ADDICTION SERVICES AND SUPPORTS SHOWS SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS IN 2025, SETS COURSE FOR 2026 Published 12/29/2025 Overdose Deaths Decline by More Than 30%, Demonstrating Effectiveness of Statewide Strategy and Strategic Investments Video News Release Avai ...
27. DEC ANNOUNCES RETURN OF CAMP SANTANONI WINTER WEEKENDS Published 12/27/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announces three Winter Weekend ...
28. ICYMI, CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds Holiday Shoppers to Review Store Refund and Return Policies Published 12/24/2025 Avoid Unexpected Surprises: Learn What to Look for in a Product Return Policy /e ...
29. New York LOTTO Jackpot Winning Ticket Worth $13.9 Million Ticket Sold in Hicksville Published 12/25/2025 The New York Lottery today announced a jackpot-winning ticket for the December 24 New York LOTTO drawing was sold in Hicksville. ...
30. CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Reminds Holiday Shoppers to Review Store Refund and Return Policies Published 12/24/2025 Avoid Unexpected Surprises: Learn What to Look for in a Product Return Policy /e ...
31. DEC REGION 9 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 9, in collaboration wi ...
32. OPRHP Awards More Than $28 Million for Recreation, Historic Preservation and Trail Projects Through the 2025 Regional Economic Development Council Initiative Published 12/23/2025 Matching grants help local governments and not-for-profits improve parks, historic properties, and heritage areasspan s ...
33. DEC REGION 3 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 3, in collaboration with partner organizati ...
34. DEC REGION 7 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 7, in collaboration with partner organizati ...
35. DEC REGION 2 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 2, in collaboration wi ...
36. DEC REGION 8 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 8, in collaboration with partner organizati ...
37. DEC REGION 6 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 6, in collaboration with partner organizati ...
38. DEC REGION 1 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/23/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 1 is hosting a First Day Hike event at Ridg ...
39. DEC FOREST RANGERS – WEEK IN REVIEW Published 12/23/2025 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide ...
40. DPS Announces Approval of Renewable Energy Project in Madison County Published 12/22/2025 Wind Facility Bolsters Local Economies and is Expected to Provide $63 Million in Investment ...
41. DEC REGION 5 INVITES NEW YORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE START OF 2026 WITH FIRST DAY HIKES Published 12/22/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 5, in collaboration wi ...
42. DEC REGION 1 CELEBRATES TWO LOCAL EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF ORGANIZATION GRANT AWARDEES Published 12/22/2025 New York State Department of Environmental Conservati ...
43. New Park Police Candidates Sought by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Published 12/22/2025 Applications accepted throu ...
44. DEC AND SARATOGA COUNTY ANNOUNCE COMPLETION OF HANS CREEK SNOWMOBILE TRAIL Published 12/19/2025 New 11-Mile Trail Connects Great Sacandaga Lake to Area’s Extensive Snow ...
45. DEC ENCOURAGES ANGLERS TO STAY VIGILANT THIS ICE FISHING SEASON Published 12/19/2025 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today reminded ice anglers to put safety first when ventu ...
46. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION POLICE ON PATROL Published 12/19/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of New York State&r ...
47. DEC TO HOST JEFFERSON COUNTY YOUTH AND NOVICE PHEASANT HUNT Published 12/19/2025 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced Region 6 will be hosting a mentored pheasant hunt for youth ages 12 ...
48. DEC ANNOUNCES SUMMER CAMP 2026 REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 22, 2026 Published 12/19/2025 span class="m-1167511492363385254m-4770 ...
49. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TODAY, DECEMBER 19 Published 12/19/2025 EFC Will Announce Significant Grants for Water Infrastructure Improvements Sta ...
50. State Parks Celebrates Success of Statewide Stewardship Efforts Published 12/18/2025 Agency Continues to span ...
51. PSC Greenlights Solar Array Project Published 12/18/2025 Project Expected to Power 64,000 Average-Sized Homes with Clean, Renewable Energy ...
52. Commission Advances Efficient Use of Ratepayer Funding to Support Clean Energy Initiatives Published 12/18/2025 ALBANY — The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today ...
53. Corning Directed to Provide More information about Renewable Natural Gas Purchases Published 12/18/2025 Southern Tier Gas Company also Directed to Improve its Modeling and Forecasting Methods s ...
54. PSC Approves Verizon’s Acquisition of Frontier Telephone Published 12/18/2025 Verizon Commits to Invest $150 Million to Expand its High-Speed Broadband Networkspan sty ...
55. Con Edison Directed to Develop Reliability Contingency Plan for New York City Published 12/18/2025 Action Follows Recent NYISO Warning Of Potential Downstate Energy Shortfalls As Early As Next Year ...
56. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19 Published 12/18/2025 EFC Will Announce Significant Grants for Water Infrastructure Improvements Sta ...
57. COMMISSION ISSUES FINAL DECEMBER 18, 2025 AGENDA Published 12/17/2025 ALBANY – The Public Service Commission announced today that it will hold its next regular session beg ...
58. COMMISSION ISSUES PRELIMINARY DECEMBER 18, 2025 AGENDA Published 12/12/2025 ALBANY – The Public Service Commission announced today that it will hold its next regular sessio ...
59. DEC FOREST RANGERS – WEEK IN REVIEW Published 12/17/2025   Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions New York State Department of Environmental Conse ...
60. DEC ANNOUNCES 2025-26 HOLIDAY DEER HUNT Published 12/17/2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced that late bow and muzzleloader deer hunting seasons will reopen thr ...