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Experimental reef aims to re-establish oyster growth in Raritan Bay
Experimental reef aims to re-establish oyster growth in Raritan Bay
An experimental reef aims to re-establish oyster growth in the Raritan Bay.
An experimental reef aims to re-establish oyster growth in the Raritan Bay.
Newburgh officials sue state over water woes
Newburgh officials sue state over water woes
Newburgh officials say a contaminated reservoir in Orange County will likely never be safe to drink from again.
Newburgh officials say a contaminated reservoir in Orange County will likely never be safe to drink from again.
Oil leak shuts down Main Street in Ossining
Oil leak shuts down Main Street in Ossining
A large tanker leaking oil has shut down Main Street in Ossining today. Authorities have shut down Main Street from Route 9 to State Street. Ossining police say the tanker started leaking oil around 8:30 a.m. in Mount Pleasant while driving and continue
A large tanker leaking oil shut down Main Street in Ossining Monday.
A large tanker leaking oil shut down Main Street in Ossining Monday.
Newburgh sues federal government over toxic water
Newburgh sues federal government over toxic water
The City of Newburgh is suing the federal government, claiming it is to blame for contaminating the city's water supply.
The City of Newburgh is suing the federal government, claiming it is to blame for contaminating the city's water supply.
Newburgh sues DOD, Nat’l Guard over water contaminant
Newburgh sues DOD, Nat’l Guard over water contaminant
The City of Newburgh is suing the federal government for allegedly contaminating the local water supply at Washington Lake, according to Mayor Torrance Harvey.
The City of Newburgh is suing the federal government for allegedly contaminating the local water supply at Washington Lake, according to Mayor Torrance Harvey.
The City of Newburgh is suing the federal government for allegedly contaminating the local water supply at Washington Lake, according to Mayor Torrance Harvey.
Oil spill threatens Somers reservoir
Oil spill threatens Somers reservoir
More than 200 gallons of fuel oil has leaked into the ground and into the sewers near the Amawalk Reservoir
More than 200 gallons of fuel oil has leaked into the ground and into the sewers near the Amawalk Reservoir
More than 200 gallons of fuel oil has leaked into the ground and into the sewers near the Amawalk Reservoir
Mt. Vernon mayor, City Council battle over cleanup of waterways
Mt. Vernon mayor, City Council battle over cleanup of waterways
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Firefighter battles for life after getting flu
Firefighter battles for life after getting flu
A young New City firefighter continues to battle serious complications from the flu.
A young New City firefighter continues to battle serious complications from the flu.
Arctic blast keeps warming centers open
Arctic blast keeps warming centers open
Many communities have opened warming centers for not only the homeless, but also for people whose homes just don’t have enough heat to keep warm.
The arctic blast that has kept temperatures well below freezing across the Hudson Valley is not only uncomfortable but it can be very dangerous, especially for the elderly and little ones.
The arctic blast that has kept temperatures well below freezing across the Hudson Valley is not only uncomfortable but it can be very dangerous, especially for the elderly and little ones.
Cuomo spearheads more aid to Puerto Rico
Cuomo spearheads more aid to Puerto Rico
Gov. Andrew Cuomo was at the Westchester County Airport in Harrison this morning, spearheading the effort to bring much needed supplies to hurricane victims in Puerto Rico.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo was at the Westchester County Airport in Harrison this morning, spearheading the effort to bring much needed supplies to hurricane victims in Puerto Rico.
Trump says US will abandon global climate accord
Trump says US will abandon global climate accord
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad. He said the U.S. would try to negoti
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad. He said the U.S. would try to negotiate re-entry on better terms.
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad. He said the U.S. would try to negotiate re-entry on better terms.
Coyote spotted in Tappan
Coyote spotted in Tappan
A viewer sent in a picture to News 12 of coyote walking the streets in Tappan.
There has been a coyote sighting in Rockland County. A viewer sent in a picture to News 12 of coyote walking the streets in Tappan.
There has been a coyote sighting in Rockland County. A viewer sent in a picture to News 12 of coyote walking the streets in Tappan.
Youth baseball program blames city for poor field conditions
Youth baseball program blames city for poor field conditions
While Saturday marked opening day for a Yonkers youth baseball program, several coaches are blaming the city for the poor conditions of their designated field. "The drains are clogged, the city refuses to bring in dirt," said Coach Bill DiFonzo, of Dunwoodie Youth Association. "We can't get the kids on the field." News 12 has been told that Cook Field was not ready for opening day due to a drainage problem that the city has failed to fix. "Nothing is g...
While Saturday marked opening day for a Yonkers youth baseball program, several coaches are blaming the city for the poor conditions of their designated field. "The drains are clogged, the city refuses to bring in dirt," said Coach Bill DiFonzo, of Dunwoodie Youth Association. "We can't get the kids on the field." News 12 has been told that Cook Field was not ready for opening day due to a drainage problem that the city has failed to fix. "Nothing is g...
Tarrytown asks residents to conserve water
Tarrytown asks residents to conserve water
Tarrytown village residents and businesses are being urged to immediately reduce their water consumption until further notice.
Tarrytown village residents and businesses are being urged to immediately reduce their water consumption until further notice.
Tarrytown village residents and businesses are being urged to immediately reduce their water consumption until further notice.
White Plains H.S. celebrates Earth week
White Plains H.S. celebrates Earth week
White Plains High School is celebrating Earth week by discussing important environmental issues.
White Plains High School is celebrating Earth week by discussing important environmental issues.
Transformer fire knocks out power for hundreds
Transformer fire knocks out power for hundreds
Fire officials say the transformer exploded and caught fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday at the corner of Oregon and Pump House roads.
A transformer fire in Cortlandt Manor knocked out power for hundreds of homes overnight. Fire officials say the transformer exploded and caught fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday at the corner of Oregon and Pump House roads. T
A transformer fire in Cortlandt Manor knocked out power for hundreds of homes overnight. Fire officials say the transformer exploded and caught fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday at the corner of Oregon and Pump House roads. T
Yorktown residents rally over reduced wetlands
Yorktown residents rally over reduced wetlands
Dozens rallied outside a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday to protest a proposal that would reduce the number of protected wetlands in the town.
Some Yorktown residents are speaking out about a law that could impact their environment.
Some Yorktown residents are speaking out about a law that could impact their environment.
Baby falcons hatch on Tappan Zee Bridge
Baby falcons hatch on Tappan Zee Bridge
Photos of the chicks have been posted on the official Twitter account documenting the replacement of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
A couple of baby peregrine falcons have been spotted on top of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
A couple of baby peregrine falcons have been spotted on top of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
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Dead dolphin in Mount Vernon raises pollution concerns
Dead dolphin in Mount Vernon raises pollution concerns
A dead dolphin found in the Hutchinson River in Mount Vernon has raised questions about water pollution.
A dead dolphin found in the Hutchinson River in Mount Vernon has raised questions about water pollution.
A dead dolphin found in the Hutchinson River in Mount Vernon has raised questions about water pollution.
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Lawmakers, environmentalists seek to halt Hudson River barge plan
Lawmakers, environmentalists seek to halt Hudson River barge plan
Lawmakers and environmentalists say they are taking steps to stop the Coast Guard's plan to put more barges in the Hudson River.
Lawmakers and environmentalists say they are taking steps to stop the Coast Guard's plan to put more barges in the Hudson River.
Lawmakers and environmentalists say they are taking steps to stop the Coast Guard's plan to put more barges in the Hudson River.
