Rabbits, Bats, Beetles, and More: The Mystery of Plum Island’s Wildlife Will Soon be Revealed
This article is the second in a series following the ongoing work of the New York Natural Heritage Program (NYNHP) on Plum Island.
Category: Land
An Island Full of Surprises
Part 1 of a two-part series on Plum Island by John Turner of the Preserve Plum Island Coalition
Around Connecticut, tree trimming harming town environments
We’re hearing reports of excessive tree trimming by utility companies from around Connecticut this week. CFE/Save the Sound intern Zac explores what’s happening to trees in his hometown.
Oswegatchie: Conservationists vow to continue to fight to protect the Hills
Organizations praise zoning commission’s inclusion of conditions to prevent environmental harm
Dramatic Oswegatchie hearings reveal hidden wetlands
We’re been working with partners around the region in the fight to save Oswegatchie Hills, a beautiful property nestled along the Niantic River in East Lyme.
CT 2015 legislative session—victories and unfinished business!
As Connecticut’s legislative session ended at midnight Wednesday, hundreds of bills including some of our priorities fell victim to the clock and lengthy budget negotiations. Despite this, we saw victories for the environment including a Blue Plan for Long Island Sound, transportation funding, and the defeat of a number of bad bills.
CFE intervenes in Oswegatchie Hills land battle
Environmental and community groups trying to halt development of 236 acres in Hills
Conservation sale finalized for purchase of The Preserve!
Saving The Preserve is an amazing example of what’s possible when we fight together for the places we love.