A Western New York dog rescue is working to rebuild after a devastating fire destroyed the home of its president, wiping out supplies and killing four puppies. The rescue, Allie & Pals, relies entirely on volunteers and foster families since it does not operate a brick-and-mortar facility. The fire left the group scrambling to cover costs of boarding displaced dogs while replacing essential supplies.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to learn how to be prepared for emergencies during National Preparedness Month.”Keeping New York safe is my top priority and that starts with being prepared,”said Hochul. “In New York, we know the importance of being ready to act when disaster strikes. That is why I’m encouraging all New Yorkers to remember the essentials of preparedness and shore up their plans for when emergencies and disasters strike.”
Forest Lawn Cemetery is moving forward with a state-approved effort to reduce its deer population after officials said the growing number of animals has led to malnutrition, injuries, and environmental damage.The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued a deer damage permit after an inspection found “too many deer to maintain a healthy population.”