DEC recently announced the results of the fifth year of a pilot program that allows mentored 12- and 13-year-old hunters to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow. In 2021, New York state (NYS) … more

The winter season presents a series of challenges for wildlife, such as food shortages, cold temperatures and large snowfalls. Fortunately, many species have physiological and behavioral traits to … more

A bright red cardinal and a downy woodpecker were among the backyard regulars crowding a feeder heavy with black oil sunflower seed, fueling up in the hours ahead of a recent winter storm. more

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has begun its annual effort to recruit lifeguards for the 2026 swimming season, aiming to staff beaches and pools ahead of the … more

The 2026 fire tower steward season feels so far away but the Friends of Bramley Mountain Fire Tower are busy planning for it. With the inclusion of Bramley Mountain in New York State’s Fire Tower … more

Winter is a great time to view bald eagles in New York State. Viewing from a safe distance and at planned observation sites can offer an exhilarating and memorable experience. Wintering … more

ONEONTA - Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society will host a virtual presentation Friday, March 20, to examine how birds are adapting—or struggling—in a rapidly changing environment. Abby Kress, senior … more

OXFORD - Tyler Reed scored 19 points and London Gardner added 16, leading Walton/Downsville to a 57-39 Midstate Athletic Conference boys basketball victory over Oxford on Feb. 10. … more

HANCOCK - Xander Johnson delivered another dominant performance Feb. 10, pouring in 30 points with four three-pointers and 10 rebounds to power Unatego/Franklin past Deposit-Hancock, 72-53, in … more

SOUTH KORTRIGHT - South Kortright/Andes powered past Hunter-Tannersville 60–21 in the Delaware League girls basketball semifinals Tuesday, Feb. 10. Alyssa Tucker led South Kortright/Andes with … more

STAMFORD - Stamford/Jefferson delivered a commanding performance Tuesday night, Feb. 10, defeating Margaretville 73–29 in the Delaware League girls basketball matchup. McKenna Hoyt led the … more

NEW BERLIN - Grady Loeffler poured in a game-high 23 points to propel Sidney past Unadilla Valley, 71-58, in a Midstate Athletic Conference boys basketball matchup Feb. 10. Ayden O’Connor … more