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New York Lawmakers Hold Hearing On Changing Recycling Market
NEW YORK — New York state lawmakers will hold a hearing on recycling amid China’s decision to restrict scrap imports. The halt on China’s imports of wastepaper and plastic has disrupted U.S. recycling programs, but …
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Chautauqua Lake’s Water Level To Be Lowered For Winter Season
JAMESTOWN – Starting today Chautauqua Lake’s water level will be going down in an effort to get the lake ready for winter. The Chautauqua County Division of Planning and Community Development team says the annual …
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Trail Patch Sales Support NY Outdoor Recreation Projects
ALBANY — New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation is selling patches to support maintenance work on outdoor recreation facilities. The latest design of the New York State Trail Supporter Patch resembles the round yellow disks …
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$3 Million For NY Towns To Buy Zero Emissions Equipment
ALBANY — New York’s Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo says that communities that want to promote emissions-free vehicles can apply for part of $3 million in rebates and grants. Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos …
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State Launches Pilot Project To Fight Harmful Algal Blooms
ALBANY – New York State’s Governor announced the launch of a pilot project that the state hopes will fight harmful algae blooms on Thursday. Governor Andrew Cuomo says the Mobile Harvester System separates algae from …
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Study: Air Pollution Linked To Anxiety In Kids
NEW YORK – A new study shows a link between air pollution and Psychiatric Disorders in children. Researchers found when a pollutant known as PM 2.5 was present, more children visited Psychiatric emergency rooms. On …
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Where Have The Wild Birds Gone? 3 Billion Fewer Than 1970
WASHINGTON — North America’s skies are lonelier and quieter as nearly 3 billion fewer wild birds soar in the air than in 1970, a comprehensive study shows. The new study focuses on the drop in …
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County Executive To Attend Wind Turbine Health Forum
WILLIAMSVILLE – Chautauqua County’s Executive is scheduled to attend a wind turbine health forum at Erie County Community College Tuesday afternoon. Executive George Borrello has been an outspoken voice on the subject. In July, the …
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Woman Rescued After Suffering Allergic Reaction During Labor Day Hike
PERSIA – A woman was rescued by DEC Forest Rangers over the Labor Day Holiday weekend after she suffered an allergic reaction to around 10 bee stings during a hike. DEC Rangers report, with the …
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County’s Overland Trail Gets New Look, Updated Branding And Marketing
WESTFIELD – The Overland Trails are getting an updated look and a new spotlight. The Chautauqua County Division of Planning and Community Development released new branding and marketing materials for the County’s Overland Trails on …
