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ASPCA gives pet owners advice about bedbugs
Plaguing local homes and businesses alike, the recent bedbug epidemic has many people concerned about the well-being of their families, homes, and even pets. For worried pet owners, the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is providing information about these insects and how to protect pets from an infestation. Bedbugs—a member of the insect family Cimicidae—are ...

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:31:54 -0700

Want to avoid bears?
ROXBURY TWP. – Pardon the pun, but here’s some advice that “bears” repeating.

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 06:48:44 -0700

Essex County Environmental Center sets fall activities
The Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Ave., will hold the following ongoing clubs and activities throughout the fall months for both children and adults. Join them to take nature walks, canoe rides along the Passaic River, enter a photography contest or learn to make your own soap!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:09:30 -0700

Exotic African cat found as roadkill on Thruway near Weedsport exit
Courtesy of DECThis serval, an exotic, medium-sized cat native to Africa, was found as roadkill recently on the state Thruway. It weighed 30 pounds.It wasn’t your typical roadkill. A state Thruway Authority spokesman confirmed today that a dead serval —...

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:10:54 -0700

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Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:47:44 -0700