Trees are an important part of our ecosystem. They clean our air and water, provide shade and regulate temperature. Trees reduce flooding, conserve energy and beautify streets. They provide food and house birds and other valued animals. Trees help us heal – physically and mentally. The list goes on. […]
The deadline for the Youth Bureau’s children’s tree decorating contest is fast approaching. Several of the miniature Christmas trees have been turned in, said Jennifer Losurdo of the Youth Bureau. But, several more are still out there, she added. Children can pick up a 12-inch tree from the Youth Bureau, at the county complex on Bunner Street, decorate it and return it no later than Dec. 13. Prizes (Wal-Mart gift cards) will be awarded to the winner of each age group.
Last weekend, we went to visit relatives in the Endicott, Endwell, Johnson City and Binghamton area. We were saddened by the flood damage to all four downtown areas. Being built between many mountains and valleys the river had little places to expand when the waters came pouring down.
In the city of Oswego too many city trees are being cut down in neighborhoods, not because they are diseased or a hazard, but because they’re in the way of someone wanting more parking spaces. As the co-founder of the Oswego Tree Stewards, I’ve learned a number of facts about trees I’d like to talk to you, the public, about.
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