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Electric Vehicle Facts and Myths

Electric vehicles can seem mysterious, and many people have questions about them. Our handy fact and myth guide has all the answers!

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The International Coastal Cleanup needs you!

With over 50 Cleanup Captains already registered for this year’s 30th Annual International Coastal Cleanup, we now invite YOU to join as a volunteer!

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Sound Swim Alert, Saturday, August 22

Sound Swim Alert: A Beautiful Day for Enjoying the Sound. Long Island Sound beaches are open today in Westchester County, Nassau County, and Greenwich. For those who are new to our Sound Swim Alerts, welcome! We let you know each weekend and holiday morning if your local beaches are open for swimming or closed. Check here […]

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Oswegatchie: Conservationists vow to continue to fight to protect the Hills

Organizations praise zoning commission’s inclusion of conditions to prevent environmental harm

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River herring are down this year. What’s up with that?

A troubling article from the Pew Charitable trusts highlights the need for protection and restoration of river herring from source to sea.

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Guest post: How Hempstead Harbor’s clam recovery is fueling the local economy.

Hempstead Harbor becomes NY’s second-highest producer of hard clams, adds nearly $1.36 million in value to local economy, says director of Hempstead Harbor Protection Committee

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Sound Swim Alert, Saturday August 15

Sound Swim Alert: A Beautiful Day for Enjoying the Sound. Long Island Sound beaches are open today in Westchester County, Nassau County, and Greenwich.

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SAVE THE SOUND SUES WESTCHESTER COUNTY OVER CLEAN WATER ACT VIOLATIONS

Save the Sound’s legal complaint alleges health risks and environmental harm from repeated release of untreated sewage.

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