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Why Did The Turtle Cross The Road? Officers Rescue Animal On Busy Hudson Valley Highway Why Did The Turtle Cross The Road? Officers Rescue Animal On Busy Hudson Valley Highway
Why Did The Turtle Cross The Road? Officers Rescue Animal On Busy Hudson Valley Highway Officers rescued a snapping turtle after the animal attempted to cross a busy highway in the Hudson Valley. The turtle attempted to cross a highway in the Orange County town of Tuxedo on Sunday, May 29, according to The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement. The DEC said officers Lovgren and Schuck facilitated the turtle's safe crossing of the road and returned it to the Ramapo River. The DEC added that snapping turtles often avoid confrontation, and they snap at things they find threatening. Observers are urged to maintain a safe…
Uptick In Coyote Sightings Now Being Reported In Region Uptick In Coyote Sightings Now Being Reported In Region
Uptick In Coyote Sightings Now Being Reported In Region Coyote sightings have been on the rise in the Hudson Valley, prompting some pet-owners to be on high alert as they seek to protect their furry friends. For coyotes, February marks the beginning of mating season, which lasts between four and six weeks, peaking late in the month and early in March, according to animal experts, who noted that it varies year-to-year depending on weather, prey, quantity, and other mitigating factors. Researchers said that the season begins with mating, followed by pup raising, and then dispersal, leading to the rise in sightings in recent weeks. Related story…
Police In Westchester Village Issue Coyote Advisory After Sightings Police In Westchester Village Issue Coyote Advisory After Sightings
Police In Westchester Village Issue Coyote Advisory After Sightings A new rise in coyote sightings in a quiet Westchester community has prompted police to caution area residents to be on high alert. Police in Pelham Manor just issued an advisory following coyote sighting in both the north and south ends of the village in recent weeks, causing concern for some. Officials noted that coyote sightings are not a rare occurrence in the area, but advised local residents to take precautions in the event they find themselves in a coyote’s crosshairs. According to officials, homeowners should never approach or feed a coyote, and if one approaches, it is suggested o…
New Bear Sighting Reported In Hudson Valley New Bear Sighting Reported In Hudson Valley
New Bear Sighting Reported In Hudson Valley Another bear sighting was reported in the Hudson Valley, this time from an area resident who spotted the animal enjoying a morning snack. A Dutchess County resident reported that the bear was on his property in Hyde Park early on Wednesday, June 30, where he was caught snacking on bird seed that had fallen out of a feeder on his Brower Boulevard home. Related story - Bear Spotted At Northern Westchester Condo Complex Before Climbing Fence Toward Woods After breakfast, the bear moseyed off without any incident, while the resident notified the Hyde Park Police Department about the sight…
Police Issue Alert After Coyote Sighting In Westchester Police Issue Alert After Coyote Sighting In Westchester
Police Issue Alert After Coyote Sighting In Westchester A coyote warning has been issued in a Westchester town following a recent rash of sightings in the area. While noting that seeing a coyote in Rye is not an unusual thing, the local police department issued an alert to the community advising them to take common-sense precautions to ensure that man and animal can peacefully coexist. Officials said that homeowners should never approach or feed a coyote, and if one approaches, it is suggested one is aggressive making loud noises and forceful behavior to scare away the coyote.  The DEC has also issued a series of tips to reduce the risk of…
Teen Swimmer Goes Missing In Hudson River Teen Swimmer Goes Missing In Hudson River
Teen Swimmer Goes Missing In Hudson River A massive search for an 18-year-old teen who was reportedly seen in the Hudson River yelling for help failed to find the man. The incident took place around 3:20 p.m., Monday, March 9, when the City of Poughkeepsie Police received multiple 911 calls about a male drowning in the river, said Det. Lt. Matt Clark. Police said on Monday the area of the search was behind the pavilion at the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum. Responding officers were told by several people at the scene they had seen a man in the river yelling for help, who then disappeared underwater, Clark said. The man reportedly s…
Rare Fall Coyote Sightings Reported In Westchester Rare Fall Coyote Sightings Reported In Westchester
Rare Fall Coyote Sightings Reported In Westchester Although temperatures are dropping, and reported sightings typically tend to take a dip, a pair of sizable coyotes were recently spotted making the rounds in Westchester. Two sightings of coyotes - estimated at approximately 40 pounds each - were reported in New Rochelle in recent days. The first sighting was reported on Thursday, Oct. 24 at approximately 7:15 a.m., the second on Sunday, Oct. 27, both in the Beechmont Woods neighborhood. The coyotes didn’t make contact with any humans, but were seen prowling about the area. According to the Parks Department, coyotes are canines, “which me…
These Hudson Valley Towns Rank Among Highest In State For Most Black Bears Taken In 2018 These Hudson Valley Towns Rank Among Highest In State For Most Black Bears Taken In 2018
These Hudson Valley Towns Rank Among Highest In State For Most Black Bears Taken In 2018 Hunters in the Hudson Valley were among the most proficient in taking bears, according to the DEC’s Black Bear Harvest summary. During the 2018-2019 hunting season, New Yorkers hunted down 1,295 black bears statewide, a decrease of 125 from the previous year. Of the bears that were hunted, 349 were killed by bow, 66 were killed by a muzzleloader and 11 were taken by youth hunters. In the Southern Zone, 804 bears were killed, 60 percent of which were male, and 491 bears were killed in the Northern Zone. In Dutchess, a total of 16 bears were killed in Amenia, Dover, Northeast, Pawling, Stanf…
Plastic Bag Ban, Congestion Pricing, Mansion Tax: Here Are Highlights Of New $175B State Budget Plastic Bag Ban, Congestion Pricing, Mansion Tax: Here Are Highlights Of New $175B State Budget
Plastic Bag Ban, Congestion Pricing, Mansion Tax: Here Are Highlights Of New $175B State Budget Congestion pricing for motorists in Manhattan, a plastic bag ban and a new “mansion tax” are coming to New York. New York lawmakers worked late into Sunday night, March 31 before finally approving Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s $175.5 billion state spending plan early on Monday morning, April 1. The budget calls for a ban on single-use plastic bags, will charge motorists driving below 60th Street in Manhattan a fee and ad the “mansion tax,” which is a one-time fee for some of the state’s wealthiest residents and is expected to bring in approximately $365 million. Much of the additional revenue being …
New Move To Ban Single-Use Plastic Bags Underway In New York New Move To Ban Single-Use Plastic Bags Underway In New York
New Move To Ban Single-Use Plastic Bags Underway In New York In an effort to “combat litter, help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect the environment for future generations,” New York is banning single-use plastic bags and is expanding the bottle bill to include most non-alcoholic containers. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced this week that a bottle bill expansion and a plastic bag ban will be included in the 2019 Executive Budget. The expansion on the bottle bill will make most non-alcoholic drink containers eligible for five-cent redemption. The expansion on the bottle bill will include sports drinks, energy drinks, fruit and vegetable b…
They're Everywhere: Coyote 'Taken Into Custody' By NYPD They're Everywhere: Coyote 'Taken Into Custody' By NYPD
They're Everywhere: Coyote 'Taken Into Custody' By Nypd Following numerous reported sightings in and around the suburbs of New York City, NYPD officers were called to duty and able to corral a so-called “vicious animal” that was on the loose. Members of the New York Police Department received a report early on Sunday morning, Dec. 23 of the “vicious animal,” prompting the response. Police said that first responders were able to barricade the coyote on Pier 59 in Chelsea with barriers and the NYPD’s Emergency Services Unit was able to safely tranquilize it. Once subdued, police were able to transport the coyote to the Brooklyn Animal Shelter with…
Vote Now: Is It A Fox Or Coyote Roaming Around Westchester Backyards? Vote Now: Is It A Fox Or Coyote Roaming Around Westchester Backyards?
Vote Now: Is It A Fox Or Coyote Roaming Around Westchester Backyards? Is a fox or coyote the furry, four-legged new friend who has been making the rounds in backyards of residences in southern Westchester? The Tuckahoe Police Department issued an alert late last week, when what was described as "a large coyote or fox" was spotted in several backyards on Dante Avenue and Bella Vista Street, causing concern for some local residents. The photos and caption caused a stir amongst area residents, most of whom are confident that the animal is indeed a fox, not a coyote. Related story - Video: Reports of fox sightings on rise in area "Why is that a question," …
Look Who's Back: New Coyote Sighting Reported At This Westchester Locale Look Who's Back: New Coyote Sighting Reported At This Westchester Locale
Look Who's Back: New Coyote Sighting Reported At This Westchester Locale An area in Westchester that has been a hotspot for coyote sightings has just had another one. In the past week, coyote sightings were reported in the Paine Heights neighborhood in New Rochelle. The latest sighting comes on the heels of others on Palmer Avenue near Stop & Shop, Harding Drive, Wilson Drive, Spencer Place and Evergreen Avenue. One such report said that a can of soup rolled out of a bag and the coyote attempted to eat it. Sightings had previously been reported in the West Somers Park neighborhood and other area parks. It is not clear if it is one coyote making the rounds o…
Brand-New Coyote Sighting In Westchester: Find Out When, Where Brand-New Coyote Sighting In Westchester: Find Out When, Where
Brand-New Coyote Sighting In Westchester: Find Out When, Where A large coyote was spotted making the rounds in Northern Westchester.  The latest coyote sighting in Westchester came from a South Salem resident, who saw the "good-sized" animal making the rounds on the Lewisboro Elementary School property on Bouton Road in South Salem at approximately 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 5. The sightings come following several others throughout Westchester in recent weeks, including Greenburgh, New Rochelle Eastchester, Mount Pleasant, Chappaqua and Pleasantville as well as Putnam, Dutchess and Rockland counties. According to the DEC, “coyotes are well adapt…
Coyote Wild: Here's Where Latest Sighting Was Reported In Westchester Coyote Wild: Here's Where Latest Sighting Was Reported In Westchester
Coyote Wild: Here's Where Latest Sighting Was Reported In Westchester An area in Westchester that has been a hotspot for coyote sightings has just had another one. In the last couple of weeks, coyote sightings were reported in New Rochelle on Palmer Avenue near Stop & Shop, Harding Drive, Wilson Drive, Spencer Place and Evergreen Avenue. Now, in neighboring Pelham, a coyote has been spotted. One such report said that a can of soup rolled out of a bag and the coyote attempted to eat it. Sightings had previously been reported in the West Somers Park neighborhood and other area parks The Pelham Police Department was alerted to the sighting in the area of B…
'Strange Coyotes' Spotted In Westchester: Find Out When, Where 'Strange Coyotes' Spotted In Westchester: Find Out When, Where
'Strange Coyotes' Spotted In Westchester: Find Out When, Where A pair of coyotes described by a local resident as "strange" were spotted this week in Northern Westchester. The duo were out and about in a West Somers Park neighborhood. The sightings follow several others throughout Westchester in recent weeks, including several others in New Rochelle, Greenburgh, Eastchester, Mount Pleasant, Chappaqua, Pleasantville, Putnam, Dutchess and Rockland counties. According to the DEC, “coyotes are well adapted to suburban and even some urban environments, but for the most part they will avoid contact with people. “However, conflicts with people and…
Video: Coyote Spotted In This Westchester Neighborhood Video: Coyote Spotted In This Westchester Neighborhood
Video: Coyote Spotted In This Westchester Neighborhood A new coyote sighting has been reported in Westchester. An area resident reported that there was a coyote making the rounds this week in the Larchmont Woods neighborhood in New Rochelle in the area of Rugby Road. According to the resident, "it is very aggressive," and it scared his 9-year-old daughter by howling in their backyard late at night. He said he has alerted police to the coyote, but they said there is nothing they can do. The sightings follow several others throughout Westchester in recent weeks, including several others in New Rochelle, Greenburgh, Eastchester, Mount P…
New Coyote Sighting Reported In Westchester New Coyote Sighting Reported In Westchester
New Coyote Sighting Reported In Westchester A new coyote sighting has been reported in Westchester. An area resident reported that there was a coyote making the rounds this week around Cooper Drive in New Rochelle during a late night trip through the neighborhood.  According to the resident, “a neighbor did what we have been told - extended his arms fully out to the side, made a lot of noise, but the coyote did not run away. It stood its ground, growled and then moved on.” The sightings follow several others throughout Westchester in recent weeks, including several others in New Rochelle, Greenburgh, Eastchester, Mount Pleasant, Cha…
New Coyote Sightings Reported In Mount Pleasant New Coyote Sightings Reported In Mount Pleasant
New Coyote Sightings Reported In Mount Pleasant There are some wild new neighbors setting up shop in Westchester. The Mount Pleasant Police Department is reporting several new wild coyote sightings in the area, prompting it to issue an alert to the community. Coyotes were spotted in the area of Warren Avenue and Sherman Avenue in Hawthorne; on Hardscrabble Road in Chappaqua and Choate Lane in Pleasantville. The sightings follow several in New Rochelle, Greenburgh, Eastchester, Putnam, Dutchess and Rockland counties. According to the DEC, “coyotes are well adapted to suburban and even some urban environments, but for the most part they …
Residents Report Latest Sighting Of Wild Coyote In Westchester Residents Report Latest Sighting Of Wild Coyote In Westchester
Residents Report Latest Sighting Of Wild Coyote In Westchester There have been more coyote sightings in Westchester, this time near Ward Acres Park in New Rochelle. A local resident snapped a photo of a coyote at approximately 1 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 9, near Saldo Circle in New Rochelle when she saw it walking in the area. Police were notified of the latest sighting, and promptly warned residents in the area to be aware and on alert. It was later spotted by neighbors crossing through several yards before making its way to the woods. Other sightings have been reported in the area near Nature Study Woods, though there has been no conflict betwe…
State Warns Hudson Valley Residents 'Free Dirt' Might Actually Be Contaminated State Warns Hudson Valley Residents 'Free Dirt' Might Actually Be Contaminated
State Warns Hudson Valley Residents 'Free Dirt' Might Actually Be Contaminated The state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is warning Hudson Valley residents to be cautious when offered free fill material for use to level or grade their properties.  The Buffalo News reported that radioactive waste had been discovered in fill near the entrance to Niagara Falls State Park, in this article.  State officials confirmed to the Buffalo News that tests by the DEC found low levels of radioactivity, along with petroleum waste and traces of benzopyrene, a cancer-causing chemical found in coal tar, cigarette smoke and vehicle exhaust. There are only two tiny signs m…
ID Released For Victim Of Fatal I-287 Crash ID Released For Victim Of Fatal I-287 Crash
ID Released For Victim Of Fatal I-287 Crash The man who was killed Tuesday night in a crash on I-287 has been identified. Investigation at the scene revealed the driver of a box truck, John P. Riofrio, 48, of New York City, was traveling eastbound on I-287 when he collided with another vehicle at around 7:33 p.m. between Exits 9A and 10 in Harrison on the eastbound side, state police said. After the collision, Riofrio then lost control of his truck and traveled off the roadway over the southern shoulder and through the guide rail, according to police. The vehicle then overturned and came to rest in a small stream. Riofrio was locate…