NYS DEC

The state is investing in long-term upgrades to hatcheries that stock hundreds of waterbodies and support billions in economic activity.

Amanda Lefton is now officially leading New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation, joined by two other newly confirmed agency heads.

The Eastern Finger Lakes Coalition will use the funding to reduce nutrient runoff and improve water quality in the watershed region.

State vows to defend climate authority as Trump order challenges environmental regulations

Regular firearm hunting season for Southern Zone deer and bear starts November 16 and runs through December 8.

The elm zigzag sawfly is posing a new threat to

New Yorkers can break out their fishing poles for the state's free fishing day this Saturday,

The state is urging residents to take safety precautions when building camp fires.

Senator Chuck Schumer paid a visit to Oswego County Tuesday, where he vowed to address the stench coming from a former biofuel plant there. He's urging the EPA to work with the state DEC to ensure routine air testing at the former Attis plant in Volney.

Invasive Species Awareness week is an effort by the State DEC to educate the public.