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Southold Town Tackles Surge in Deer Strikes

1/17/2025

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In Southold Town, NY, a surge in deer strikes—12 in just one week—has prompted urgent action from officials. With a proposed cull thwarted by state regulations, town leaders are crafting a pilot program for controlled culling and nuisance strategies, set to roll out by 2026, all in a bid to safeguard residents and manage the burgeoning deer population.

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In Southold Town, NY, a surge in deer strikes—12 in just one week—has prompted urgent action from officials. With a proposed cull thwarted by state regulations, town leaders are crafting a pilot program for controlled culling and nuisance strategies, set to roll out by 2026, all in a bid to safeguard residents and manage the burgeoning deer population.