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Delphi Falls County Park in New Woodstock, NY, has officially reopened, now featuring both upper and lower falls access.

45 chickens and 5 ducks seized in Syracuse cruelty case involving cramped, filthy conditions.

A rare fisher sighting in a New Hartford backyard has people talking. Often called “fisher cats,” these wild, weasel-like creatures are shy, elusive, and typically hard to spot—until one ran right through Mallory Faro’s yard chasing a squirrel.

Talk about backyard drama! A wild turkey mating session was caught on camera in an Upstate New York yard, and it’s unlike anything you’ve seen. The 3-minute video, captured from a garage about 100 feet away, shows a tom turkey aggressively pursuing a hen—stomping, shifting, and locking into position. It’s a rare and intense glimpse into turkey mating behavior, and it's all happening right in the suburbs.

What if Utica, Syracuse, and Clinton were cheese? Discover Central New York’s bold, sweet, spicy flavors—mapped town by town.

Two orphaned bear cubs rescued from the Adirondacks have returned to the wild after months of rehab.

A bobcat was seen wandering through a Central New York yard, surprising residents and prompting a reminder from wildlife officials about staying safe around native animals.

DEC officers rescued a baby goose after a Syracuse driver tried to add it to her chicken flock.

A gaggle of geese in Western New York impressed locals by using a crosswalk.

New York Forest Rangers responded to Cascade Mountain after two hikers, high on mushrooms, falsely reported their friend was dead.

New York is home to countless great fishing spots, but Lake Champlain stands out as a top destination. Stretching 120 miles and teeming with over 80 fish species, it’s been recognized as one of the best fishing lakes in the country for 2025.

Utica Zoo has announced the passing of its beloved pigs Axl and Ace.