Governor Cuomo launched Renewable Heat NY, a $27 million initiative aimed at building a sustainable, high-efficiency, low-emissions wood heating sector in New York. Renewable Heat NY promotes the highest efficiency class of wood-fired heating technologies in the nation.
———————————————
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is warning New Yorkers of the Giant Hogweed which has been growing across the state this summer. The plant is toxic and highly dangerous, and it grow to be 15 feet tall with stems covered in coarse hairs and topped with a cluster of white flowers, resembling Queen Anne’s Lace. Touching the weed can cause serious burns, or even blindness, if you see a Giant Hogweed, contact the DEC immediately.
———————————————–
The next American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today in Sidney. The Blood Drive will begin at 1:00pm until 6:00 PM at Tri-Town Regional Hospital on Pearl Street.
——————————————