RSS (Really Simple Syndication or Rich Site Summary) is an XML-based format for sharing and distributing Web content, such as news headlines. Using a RSS reader, you can subscribe to and view data feeds from RSS sources, including headlines, summaries and links to full stories, without having to visit a website.
How do I access RSS?
In order to subscribe you need a RSS Aggregator (or Reader) which will download and display RSS feeds on your behalf. If you are using either Microsoft IE 7+ or Mozilla Firefox 3+ you can read the feeds directly in your browser. If you are using an older version browser you must download one of a number of free and commercial RSS Aggregators which are currently available. Performing a search for "RSS Feed Readers" in any major online search engine will produce a multitude of software options which can be PC or web-based and often integrate with mobile devices.
To view a NYSDOT feeds in your RSS Aggregator:
Copy the URL/shortcut that corresponds to the topic that interests you.
Paste the URL into your reader.
Available NYSDOT RSS Feeds:
Press Release RSS Feed
The Press Release RSS Feed contains press releases issued by the Department of Transportation, including news about upcoming public meetings and hearings, announcements about new project openings, and Media Advisories.
