Fri, Jul 15th 2022 03:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for July. All households participating in SNAP - including those already at the maximum level of benefits - will receive a supplemental allotment this month, resulting in a roughly $234 million infusion of federal funding into the New York state economy.
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Fri, Jul 15th 2022 12:55 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the final passage of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act (S. 3373). The bill is a comprehensive measure that seeks to address the challenges that toxic-exposed veterans face in accessing critical health care services through the Department of Veteran Affairs.
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Fri, Jul 15th 2022 12:55 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos urged New Yorkers to practice the utmost safety when building campfires this summer. Dry weather throughout June and July has increased the risk of fires.
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Fri, Jul 15th 2022 12:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she signed a legislative package of two bills designed to protect the rights of New Yorkers who receive public benefits, and strengthen access to social services. Her team said these two bills will increase transparency on the rights of those applying to receive assistance and improve access to food assistance.
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Fri, Jul 15th 2022 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new SMS-text notification effort to deliver the latest monkeypox information directly to New Yorkers. Her team said this is the newest component of New York state's ongoing monkeypox response.
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Thu, Jul 14th 2022 09:10 pm
Earlier this week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced what her team called "the successful implementation of 988 in New York state as the new three-digit number to call or text to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline."
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Wed, Jul 13th 2022 01:05 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation announced sign replacement work would begin on a portion of Niagara Scenic Parkway in the City of Niagara Falls next week. As a result, lane closures will occur.
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Wed, Jul 13th 2022 12:35 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) has published a comprehensive 2021 annual report detailing the work of aging service providers who delivered vital services to over 1.3 million older adults and their families in 2021.
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Tue, Jul 12th 2022 12:05 pm
In response to the government of Canada's decision to impose an annual 1% tax on the value of vacant and underused properties that are not owned by Canadians, Congressman Brian Higgins wrote a letter requesting a meeting with Canadian Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland.
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Mon, Jul 11th 2022 02:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $5.7 million in federal aid provided by the Consolidated Appropriations Act is being distributed to New York's seafood, marine commercial, and for-hire fishing industries.
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Mon, Jul 11th 2022 01:15 pm
The New York State Department of Labor announced the launch of a new Facebook account to expand accessibility for Spanish-speaking New Yorkers.
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Thu, Jul 7th 2022 08:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced applications will be accepted for $343 million in federal funding that will directly benefit child care providers and continue to help stabilize the industry. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services is administering the funds.
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Thu, Jul 7th 2022 08:50 pm
As the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) kicks-off a new federal grant program aimed at reconnecting divided communities, Congressman Brian Higgins suggests Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg should take the opportunity to witness first-hand how transportation decisions of the past have impacted the City of Buffalo.
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Thu, Jul 7th 2022 08:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the Restore New York grant program will open July 11. This $250 million program encourages community development and neighborhood growth through the elimination and redevelopment of blighted structures.
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Thu, Jul 7th 2022 08:40 pm
Empire State Development announced the application launch for the New York State EDA Tourism Partner Sub-Awards Grant program, designed to support the post-pandemic recovery of the state's travel, tourism and outdoor recreation sectors.
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Tue, Jul 5th 2022 11:15 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos recently announced the release of a draft Lake Ontario Atlantic salmon fisheries management plan and is seeking public comment through Aug. 14.
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Fri, Jul 1st 2022 10:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation (S.9461/A.10500) "targeting unfair, anticonsumer ticketing practices in the live event industry."
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Fri, Jul 1st 2022 10:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than 10.9 million Excelsior Passes have been issued to date. As the first-in-the-nation platform continues to evolve to meet New Yorkers' needs, and as the original Excelsior Pass types expire, the state reminds New Yorkers to retrieve the latest and most robust pass option available, Excelsior Pass Plus.
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Fri, Jul 1st 2022 01:35 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, in partnership with seven Great Lakes states, six northeast states, and six Canadian provinces, announced the newly expanded annual aquatic invasive species landing blitz. This international campaign informs boaters and the general public about the risks of introducing and spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS).
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Fri, Jul 1st 2022 12:25 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett issued an air quality health advisory for the Western New York and New York City metro regions for Friday, July 1.
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Tue, Jun 28th 2022 03:20 pm
National Grid reminds customers to safeguard their information and verify the identity of any representative that visits or calls their home to discuss their energy bills.
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Tue, Jun 28th 2022 09:45 am
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez recently announced work will continue in Western New York to upgrade traffic signals with yellow arrow phases to more safely accommodate motorists making left turns at intersections. Traffic signals featuring a flashing yellow arrow phase will be installed at more locations as intersection improvements are made.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2022 10:45 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the appointment of Colin Ahern as the state's first chief cyber officer. A leading expert in cybersecurity, cyber resilience, and intelligence, Ahern will lead cross-agency efforts to protect New York from "increasingly prevalent and sophisticated cyber threats - working to ensure the security and cyber resilience of the state's information assets and critical infrastructure and integrity of the state's information assets."
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Mon, Jun 27th 2022 10:45 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $4.90, down 8 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.10. The New York state average is $4.96, down 5 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.15.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2022 10:15 am
Congressman Brian Higgins recently honored the service and sacrifice of Vietnam veteran Luis R. Sierra, presenting the service medals Sierra earned during the ninth annual Hispanic American Heritage Council Community Breakfast at D'Youville University.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2022 10:15 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation (S.253A/A.1144A) to, her team said, "safeguard absentee ballots and protect New Yorkers' right to vote by ensuring that ballots are not voided due to stray marks or writing as long as the express intent of the voter is unambiguous."
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Fri, Jun 24th 2022 03:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a "Free Fishing Weekend" in New York June 25-26. This event marks two of the state's six "Free Fishing Days" offered every year to increase fishing participation and awareness of the fishing opportunities in New York, and introduce new anglers to the sport of fishing.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2022 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $178.8 million has been awarded to 75 communities across New York for "projects that promote environmentally friendly modes of travel and make it easier and safer to walk, bike or hike."
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Fri, Jun 24th 2022 03:20 pm
The New York State Departments of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) and Environmental Conservation (DEC) have highlighted several new actions New York state has taken to promote honeybee health and better protect pollinators statewide.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2022 05:10 pm
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) and Division of Veterans Services (DVS) announced an expanded FreshConnect Checks program that aims to increase participation in the program by veterans, servicemembers, and their immediate families.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2022 04:15 pm
Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York warns consumers to use caution when ordering from Bulky Bean LLC. BBB received a high volume of complaints and reports from consumers who placed orders, paid, and did not receive the items.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2022 04:00 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced new recreational saltwater fishing regulations for black sea bass and scup that take effect immediately in New York's marine and coastal district. These regulatory changes are necessary for New York state to remain in compliance with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) by reducing recreational harvest of scup and black sea bass.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2022 04:00 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced examinations for individuals seeking a license to practice the sport of falconry, become a volunteer wildlife rehabilitator, or use leashed tracking dogs to find wounded or injured big game animals, are scheduled for Friday, Aug. 12.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2022 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed a pay increase for state lifeguards to help address a staffing shortage at New York State Park beaches and pools, and Department of Environmental Conservation campgrounds and day use areas beaches. Starting pay rates for lifeguards at upstate facilities will increase 34%, from $14.95 per hour to $20 per hour, and 21% for lifeguards at downstate facilities, from $18.15 per hour to $22 per hour.
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Tue, Jun 21st 2022 03:05 pm
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM), in partnership with the Office of Temporary and Disability Services (OTDA), announced nearly $1.1 million has been awarded to 32 organizations through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program's Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention (SNAP-Ed) grants.
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Mon, Jun 20th 2022 03:00 pm
At Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn on Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the John. R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York (S.1046-E/A.6678-E) into law. Her team said this cements New York's place as "a national leader on voting rights, and fulfilling a key part of the governor's 2022 State of the State agenda."
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Mon, Jun 20th 2022 01:15 pm
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $4.98, down 3 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.07. The New York state average is $5.01 (5.008), down 3 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.13.
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Mon, Jun 20th 2022 12:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Department of Labor is halfway through its four-year strategic modernization plan, an ongoing effort her team said will "reduce call volume, enhance customer experience, and swiftly connect New Yorkers to unemployment insurance benefits.
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Fri, Jun 17th 2022 12:50 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the start of the 2022 "I BIRD NY" challenges for beginning and experienced birders.
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Fri, Jun 17th 2022 12:50 pm
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 16.7% in May compared to the same month in 2021, according to an analysis released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, local collections totaled $1.7 billion, up $242 million from May of last year.
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