The number of pet rabbits being struck down by a contagious and lethal disease has risen by nearly 300 per cent in the last 12 months, an animal welfare group said today.

Sightings of coyotes in the town of Hartwick have prompted Otsego County health officials to caution residents about the risks of wildlife encounters and rabies.

Shenandoah’s River Park is a great place for town residents and visitors to enjoy the park’s picnic areas, nature trails and mountain views. The park’s close proximity to water also makes it an enjoyable location for insects — and a lot of them. T

As temperatures rise don’t be surprised if you see more late-afternoon activity on your sidewalks and driveways, particularly of the slithering variety. Not to worry, though: Snakes can be a homeowner’s best friends, as long as you remember a few impo

St. Helens city council chambers were so crowded June 18th that people sat on the floor and were standing in the hall, eager to hear about Columbia County’s local neighbor, the coyote.