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DEC Announces 2021-22 Deer Harvest Estimates

New York Hunters Took More than 211,000 Deer Total Harvest Decreased Due to Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, Deer Management Permit Declines The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced hunters in New York harvested an estimated 211,269 deer during the 2021-22 hunting seasons. The season’s harvest was down 17 percent last year and […]

Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Billy Jones to rename bridges after Trooper Brian Falb passes State Assembly

            The State Assembly yesterday passed a bill (A8445a/S7504a) sponsored by Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) to rename the bridges located on Interstate 87 over the Saranac River after Trooper Brian S. Falb. Trooper Falb died of cancer due do injuries acquired during the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Jones introduced the […]

Adult Survivors Act passes NYS Assembly, ready for Gov. Hochul’s pen | NCPR News

Source: Adult Survivors Act passes NYS Assembly, ready for Gov. Hochul’s pen | NCPR News

N.Y. launches prison redevelopment commission | Sun Community News ALBANY

Source: N.Y. launches prison redevelopment commission | Sun Community News ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the launch of the Prison Redevelopment Commission focused on reimagining closed prisons for redevelopment.

Michael Fish sentenced to 111 months for hacking, child porn

Source: Michael Fish sentenced to 111 months for hacking, child porn

Adirondack rangers conduct overnight rescue of injured hiker on Giant Mt. | NCPR News

Source: Adirondack rangers conduct overnight rescue of injured hiker on Giant Mt. | NCPR News

State task force created in 2020 to prevent mass shootings hasn’t held a single meeting | Local News | buffalonews.com

Source: State task force created in 2020 to prevent mass shootings hasn’t held a single meeting | Local News | buffalonews.com

Buffalo shootings shake Syracuse’s Black community: ‘How many more of us have to die?’ – syracuse.com

Source: Buffalo shootings shake Syracuse’s Black community: ‘How many more of us have to die?’ – syracuse.com

Hochul takes steps to address twin crises of white nationalism and access to military-grade weapons | NCPR News

Source: Hochul takes steps to address twin crises of white nationalism and access to military-grade weapons | NCPR News

National Police Week: May 15-21, 2022

Source: National Police Week: May 15-21, 2022

Hochul to propose closing loopholes in New York’s gun laws | NCPR News

Source: Hochul to propose closing loopholes in New York’s gun laws | NCPR News

Off-duty trooper hospitalized after crash in Jefferson County – syracuse.com

Source: Off-duty trooper hospitalized after crash in Jefferson County – syracuse.com

Massena Central High School students observe impact of driving while intoxicated | Education | nny360.com

Source: Massena Central High School students observe impact of driving while intoxicated | Education | nny360.com

Local Law Enforcement Officers Honored

Senator Stec with Trooper Shannon J. Saunders and Trooper David M. Rogers             Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today honored the service of our local New York State Police officers at the 46th Annual Superintendent’s Commendation and Awards Day Ceremony in Albany. The awards recipients and their families are residents of the 45th Senate District, and […]

A fugitive Alabama inmate and corrections official were caught in Indiana : NPR

Source: A fugitive Alabama inmate and corrections official were caught in Indiana : NPR

Smuggler knew 6 could not swim when he left them on boat sinking in cold St. Lawrence, authorities say – syracuse.com

Source: Smuggler knew 6 could not swim when he left them on boat sinking in cold St. Lawrence, authorities say – syracuse.com

In the North Country, reactions to potential abortion bans are mixed | NCPR News

Source: In the North Country, reactions to potential abortion bans are mixed | NCPR News

USPS workers arrested, accused of using Upstate NY post office for drug trafficking – syracuse.com

Source: USPS workers arrested, accused of using Upstate NY post office for drug trafficking – syracuse.com

Rangers conduct wilderness rescue in North Elba, respond to brush fire in Lake Luzerne – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Rangers conduct wilderness rescue in North Elba, respond to brush fire in Lake Luzerne – – The Adirondack Almanack

Cayuga County man admits he was on drugs during crash that killed NYS prison guard, DA says – syracuse.com

Source: Cayuga County man admits he was on drugs during crash that killed NYS prison guard, DA says – syracuse.com

What overturning Roe v. Wade would mean for New York abortion access – syracuse.com

Source: What overturning Roe v. Wade would mean for New York abortion access – syracuse.com

Stonehelm Motel fire deemed arson | Sun Community News BEEKMANTOWN | A Beekmantown man is now facing high-level felony charges in connection with a late April fire at The Stonehelm Motel.

Source: Stonehelm Motel fire deemed arson | Sun Community News BEEKMANTOWN | A Beekmantown man is now facing high-level felony charges in connection with a late April fire at The Stonehelm Motel.

DEC Reminds Anglers of Special Fishing Regulations In Effect for Upcoming Fishing Seasons

Opening Day for Many Cool Water Species Opens on May 1, Except in Border Waters The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation today reminded anglers to always consult the fishing regulations guide to ensure they are complying with the seasonal restrictions and waterbody-specific rules before heading out onto the water. Fishing regulation changes implemented […]

ECOs crack down on fishing violations – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: ECOs crack down on fishing violations – – The Adirondack Almanack

Former ski resorts owner sentenced to 5 years in EB-5 fraud case

Source: Former ski resorts owner sentenced to 5 years in EB-5 fraud case