Tue, Dec 12th 2023 02:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $479 million in grants for critical water infrastructure projects, including the first funding awarded through the $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, which was passed by voters after Hochul pushed to increase the total amount by $1 billion upon taking office.
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Tue, Dec 12th 2023 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on Dec. 14, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of fallen New York State Police Trooper Robert M. Burney.
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Mon, Dec 11th 2023 02:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on Dec. 12, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of fallen Technical Sgt. Christopher P. Rock.
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Mon, Dec 11th 2023 11:15 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.15, down 9 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.28. The New York state average is $3.48, down 5 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.61.
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Mon, Dec 11th 2023 10:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation S.6238A/A.5791A to "clearly define the term 'mass shooting' to assist emergency response measures and ensure communities have access to the emergency funding and resources needed in the aftermath of a mass shooting."
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 04:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new state law will take effect that protects credit card holders from losing earned credit card rewards. Starting Sunday, Dec. 10, credit card companies must take additional steps to protect consumers from losing accrued points when rewards programs are modified or terminated.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced landmarks would be lit blue Friday night to commemorate International Human Rights Day, which is observed every year on Dec. 10 in honor of the United Nations General Assembly's adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 04:00 pm
As Erie County clerk, responsible for overseeing auto bureau operations, it is time to remind everyone this holiday season to not drink and drive or ride with anyone who is under the influence. If you have had too much to drink, for everyone's sake, please do not get behind the wheel of your car.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 03:55 pm
As construction throughout much of New York state begins to wind down with winter weather setting in, Gov. Kathy Hochul highlighted the year-end results of several initiatives designed to keep highway workers and motorists safe throughout the state.
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Fri, Dec 8th 2023 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the creation of New York's State Weather Risk Communication Center at the University at Albany, a first-of-its kind operational collaboration between university researchers and state emergency managers.
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Wed, Dec 6th 2023 09:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed state agencies to fast-track the process for film and television productions, allowing these industries to quickly resume work now that both SAG-AFTRA and the WGA have ended strikes and ratified contracts.
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Tue, Dec 5th 2023 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $4.6 million in state funding for programs to expand access and eliminate disparities in health care while helping to increase diversity among the physician workforce throughout New York, representing a $1.2 million increase over the previous year's allocation.
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Mon, Dec 4th 2023 11:55 am
Dreading a cold winter? Want to know ways to secure your home to keep your heat bill down? The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has tips to share about how to prepare your home.
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Mon, Dec 4th 2023 11:55 am
The New York Gaming Commission's Division of Lottery is once again advising adults to not gift lottery tickets to children this holiday season.
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Mon, Dec 4th 2023 11:45 am
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (Dec. 4-8) is underway. The annual weeklong campaign aims to promote the importance of mobility and transportation to ensure older adults remain active in the community and safe behind the wheel.
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Mon, Dec 4th 2023 10:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Seneca Nation of Indians President Rickey L. Armstrong Sr. on Friday met in Buffalo and signed an extension of the current gaming compact between New York state and the Seneca Nation of Indians, which expires Dec. 9, 2023.
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Fri, Dec 1st 2023 02:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced 14 landmarks across New York will be illuminated red tonight in recognition of World AIDS Day.
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Fri, Dec 1st 2023 02:35 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has officially debuted a redesigned public website at www.dec.ny.gov that improves accessibility and the user experience, particularly on mobile devices. The site is significantly easier to use with cellphones, streamlines navigation, includes more powerful search capabilities, and offers new multimedia features to provide a more engaging visitor experience.
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Thu, Nov 30th 2023 07:55 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) announced a series of winter energy fairs in December that provide an opportunity for individuals to get help with programs related to energy affordability, weatherization, energy efficiency, and services for older adults. Additionally, NYSOFA highlights resources that are available to help ensure the safety of older adults - and all New Yorkers - during the winter months.
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Thu, Nov 30th 2023 07:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation S.1783A/A.372A, which establishes a bill of rights for long-term care facility residents who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or living with HIV. The bill prohibits long-term care facilities and their staff from discriminating against any resident on the basis of a resident's actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or HIV status.
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Wed, Nov 29th 2023 08:55 am
In advance of GivingTuesday and the holiday season, New York Attorney General Letitia James released her annual "Pennies for Charity: Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers" report.
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Tue, Nov 28th 2023 05:55 pm
Avangrid Inc., a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced a new way for customers to join their company in giving back this holiday season.
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Tue, Nov 28th 2023 02:25 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York State Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) aims to raise awareness about charity scams. The charitable spirit of New Yorkers is at an all-time high during the holiday season, so this week's tips are meant to serve as a guide when choosing causes to donate to so donations get to the right place and not in the hands of scammers.
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Tue, Nov 28th 2023 01:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation S.7424/A.366A requiring camps and youth sports programs to establish automated external defibrillator implementation plans and to have at least one person trained to properly use the AED at camps, games and practice.
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Thu, Nov 23rd 2023 07:00 am
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection announces tips to help New Yorkers navigate the holiday shopping season.
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Wed, Nov 22nd 2023 06:20 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced environmental educator and interpreter Yehehnakwáhstha? (pronounced yeh-heh-naw-gwaw-staw) Kim Hill has joined the bureau of historic sites staff as interpreter of Native American history. Hill, Tuscarora Beaver Clan, is from the Tuscarora Nation, near Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Nov 22nd 2023 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul updated New Yorkers on bridge closures on the U.S.-Canadian border following an incident on Rainbow Bridge. The governor also announced earlier today that the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force will be monitoring all points of entry to New York.
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Tue, Nov 21st 2023 06:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Police will participate in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors through Thanksgiving weekend. The special traffic enforcement period runs from Wednesday, Nov. 22, through Sunday, Nov. 26, and will focus on impaired and distracted driving as well as speeding and the "Move Over Law."
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Tue, Nov 21st 2023 06:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $23 million has been awarded to support 101 communities across the state through part of round XIII of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
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Tue, Nov 21st 2023 05:00 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the agency is hosting a series of regional workgroup meetings to engage with the public about New York's Great Lakes Action Agenda 2023 (GLAA). The workgroups will assist in the implementation of the action plan to guide restoration and conservation and foster sustainable, resilient communities across New York's Great Lakes region.
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Mon, Nov 20th 2023 12:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation that "continues aggressive efforts to address the opioid and overdose epidemic." Matthew's Law, or S.2099C/A.5200B, expands the public's access to fentanyl testing supplies, a resource that protects public health by decreasing the chances of an accidental drug overdose.
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Mon, Nov 20th 2023 12:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul encourages New Yorkers to prepare now to keep their homes and businesses warm heading into winter.
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Fri, Nov 17th 2023 03:00 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) announced a new online tool to help both contractors and homeowners with construction or new connection quotations for service. This is the next step in the companies' plan to improve customer service after pandemic-related challenges.
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Fri, Nov 17th 2023 02:00 pm
Earlier today, Gov. Kathy Hochul urged caution ahead of Thanksgiving, as extreme winter weather is expected to impact holiday travel plans across Western New York and the North Country next week.
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Thu, Nov 16th 2023 06:30 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns is reminding drivers, once again, that they are in risk of having their driver's license suspended if they fail to comply with New York State Department of Motor Vehicles vision screening policy.
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Thu, Nov 16th 2023 06:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed state landmarks be illuminated in green tonight, Nov. 16, to mark New York's participation in raising awareness for National Runaway Prevention Month. The public awareness campaign aims to shine a light on the experiences of youth who have run away or are experiencing homelessness and highlight resources available to assist these youth.
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Wed, Nov 15th 2023 08:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced new awards through round XIII of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative with $26.6 million awarded through the state-funded Environmental Protection Fund to support 72 projects and $2.4 million from the federally funded Recreational Trails Program for 15 projects.
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Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:15 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips for New Yorkers to save on energy costs this winter.
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Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced nearly $16 million is being awarded through round 7 of the Climate Resilient Farming Grant to help 116 farms across the state address the impacts of climate change. The program is a part of the state's agricultural environmental management framework that is locally led by county soil and water conservation districts and participating farmers.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced more than $57 million has been awarded to support 238 projects across New York through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Round XIII included Empire State Development grant funds and Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits, which was made available on a continuous and competitive basis to support the immediate needs of communities.
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