'Is that a camel?': Lake Ariel petting zoo gains non-profit, animal sanctuary title

Lynn Closterman thinks of herself as a sanctuary for animals. Just don’t ask her exactly how many animals have found a home at Safari Farm Petting Zoo & Sanctuary. “I try not to count,” she said. “My USDA inspector knows how many I have, exactly. I get …

Olean Library to host basket petting zoo

No 'Free Feeding' Allowed At Randall Oaks Zoo Starting Monday

WEST DUNDEE, IL — In an effort to provide better care for its animals, Randall Oaks Zoo will enact new rules Monday regarding how guests can feed the goats, ducks and other animals at the popular petting zoo. For the past 60 years, guests to the petting …

Hattiesburg Zoo introduces new Junior Volunteer Program

A new program for teens is coming to the Hattiesburg Zoo! The Junior Volunteer Program is open to ages 13 – 15. Requirements for the program include: Attend one Saturday training session during one of the onboarding months (April, July, and November) …

Foot and mouth disease in Hungary: animals killed, bans in place, zoo closed

So far, the foot-and-mouth disease virus has not spread from the cattle farm in Kisbajcs where it was identified, said Szabolcs Pásztor, the national chief veterinarian. Experts do not yet know the origin of the pathogen, which last ravaged Hungary in 1973 …

Empire State Youth Orchestra fills Crossgates Mall with music in annual Playathon

CAPITAL REGION, NY (WRGB) — If you were at Crossgates Mall on Saturday, you might have heard some live music. Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) hosted its annual Playathon fundraiser at the mall. The event included performances by 11 ensembles, including …

Coast Scene: Early Years Fair

Super Heroes Unite! This year’s Early Years Fair was held March 8 in Sechelt, celebrating super powers (such as kindness). The popular annual event is hosted by School District No. 46 (SD46) in collaboration with shíshálh Nation, Vancouver Coastal Health, …

New Smithfield trash contract includes yearly price hikes

SMITHFIELD -- The Smithfield City Commission approved during its recent meeting a new Rumpke contract that begins April 1 and ends March 31, 2029. The current contract for service for one trash container is $23.01 and the new contract will be $23.95, …

April events happening at the Atascadero Library

ATASCADERO — In the Children’s Programs, “Storytimes” will be held throughout the month. Bilingual Storytime is on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., while English Storytimes are on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. These sessions include stories, songs, and fun …

Keel Farms Offers A Month Of Fun With Spring Events And The Wine & Cider Festival

Spring has arrived, bringing with it a variety of exciting events at Keel Farms, home to Keel + Curley Winery and Keel Farms Agrarian Ales and Cider. While some events, like the Cider 5K, are already sold out, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy …