The NY DEC has sent out a newsletter which indicates the infestation of the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) in New York. The SLF poses a significant threat to New York's agricultural and forest health. For more information go to https://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/113303.html .
If you're interested in signing up and receiving the NYS DEC's emails in regard to recreation, nature, pollution, etc. then go to https://www.dec.ny.gov/public/65855.html.