Halloween Pet Safety Tips for Central New Yorkers
Learn how to protect your pets and local wildlife in Central New York this spooky season.
Pets and Animals
Monarch Butterfly Gets Wing Transplant at NY Nature Center
A rehab center in New York gave an injured monarch butterfly a second chance by performing a tiny, perfect wing transplant that went viral.
The Paws-itive Politician: Meet the Cat Campaigning in New York
Meet the feline candidate shaking up politics in New York.
Bear Euthanized After Attacking Man Inside His Upstate NY Home
A 63-year-old man was attacked by a black bear inside his home after the animal was drawn in by food and garbage.
NY Couple Sues State for $10M Over Death of Pet Squirrel P'Nut
An Upstate NY couple is suing the state for $10M after their pet squirrel, P’Nut, a social media star, and a pet raccoon were euthanized by wildlife officials.
DEC Euthanizes Moose on Goodman Mountain After Health Declines
The Goodman Mountain Trail remains closed after DEC euthanized a moose suffering from a severe illness.
Who Gets the Dog? What NY’s Pet Custody Law Means After a Breakup
Wondering who keeps the dog after a breakup?
Discover the Best Birding Spots In Central New York
Find the best birding trails in Central New York. Local spots, peaceful hikes, and plenty of feathered friends.
Virus Sickening Dogs Spreading Across Central New York
A dangerous virus is spreading in Central New York. Know the signs, symptoms & prevention tips.
You Can Help Scientists Track NY Wildlife With Just a Trail Cam
The DEC’s Snapshot NY program turns your trail cam photos into real wildlife data. Here’s how you can join the statewide effort, no science degree required.
CNY Principal Keeps Tradition, Arrives to School on Horseback
Students at a CNY elementary school were rewarded with a surprise horseback arrival by Principal Lauren Massa.
Groundbreaking NY Ruling: Dogs Can Be Treated as Family in Court
A Brooklyn judge has ruled that leashed dogs can be legally considered "immediate family" under New York law, allowing owners to sue for emotional distress after a tragic loss.