Wed, Aug 28th 2024 02:45 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing targeted privacy protection tips for adults and children ahead of the new school year.
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Wed, Aug 28th 2024 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced Labor Day weekend will kick off with the addition of a new "Free Fishing Day" in New York for the 2024 season.
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Wed, Aug 21st 2024 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul provided an update on New York's ongoing efforts to combat the opioid and overdose epidemic that is impacting states across the nation.
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Wed, Aug 21st 2024 04:00 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help older adults avoid financial scams and exploitation in observance of National Senior Citizens Day on Aug. 21.
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Mon, Aug 19th 2024 03:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation (S.2852A/A.3132A) that allows New York's small craft manufacturers of spirits, cider and mead to ship directly to consumers. Her team said, "The newly signed law opens significant opportunities for the state's growing craft beverage industry by providing a vital market expansion tool - allowing these producers to ship their unique products directly to consumers within New York and across state lines."
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Thu, Aug 15th 2024 06:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Public Service Commission reached a settlement agreement with Charter Communications Inc., parent company of broadband provider Spectrum, which operates in 58 out of the 62 counties in New York state, requiring the communications company to provide discounted broadband service to low-income customers in the National Free School Lunch Program or receive Supplemental Security Income benefits.
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Thu, Aug 15th 2024 11:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced three workforce investment organizations will receive awards totaling up to $646 million over the next three years to implement the career pathways training program, which will recruit and train thousands of new health, mental health, and social care workers across New York. This program will also provide new career advancement opportunities to many current health care workers throughout the state.
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Wed, Aug 14th 2024 10:10 am
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has prequalified five additional private developers and investors to collaborate with NYPA on the development of renewable energy generating projects, including solar photovoltaic, wind, battery storage, green hydrogen, geothermal, and related transmission.
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Tue, Aug 13th 2024 12:05 pm
On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $10 million to support the repair and restoration of two iconic World War II naval ships along Buffalo's waterfront. She was joined by elected officials and community stakeholders at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park.
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Mon, Aug 12th 2024 05:50 pm
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) announced it has received a waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granting NYPA license to conduct fully remote unmanned aircraft operations beyond the visual line of sight of observers in any unrestricted airspace, or Class G, without prior approval.
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Mon, Aug 12th 2024 12:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul is kicking off National Safe + Sound Week, which runs Aug. 12-18, by highlighting New York state's initiatives and programs to ensure the health and safety of workers across the state.
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Fri, Aug 9th 2024 02:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced families participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) can receive double the benefits to spend at participating farmers' markets, helping to supplement their food budgets and purchase healthy, local products.
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Thu, Aug 8th 2024 09:55 am
Speaker Carl Heastie continued his annual statewide tour in Buffalo, joining Assembly member Jonathan D. Rivera to tour the Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo's John F. Beecher Clubhouse and announce $1 million for improvements to the building and the park.
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Thu, Aug 8th 2024 09:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced $200 million in funding is now available through the state's two signature downtown revitalization and economic development programs — $100 million each for round 8 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and round 3 of the NY Forward program, which focuses on revitalizing smaller and rural downtowns.
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Tue, Aug 6th 2024 04:35 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced hunting and trapping licenses and deer management permits (DMPs) for the 2024-25 season are now on sale. The sale kicks off the first time that all hunting, fishing and trapping licenses and associated tags will be printed on plain paper rather than plastic stock.
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Tue, Aug 6th 2024 11:25 am
Safe, reliable electricity is so completely woven into the fabric of modern life that any power outage is an interruption to our daily routines.
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Mon, Aug 5th 2024 11:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced $17.2 million in awards through the Family-Centered Services initiative to strengthen social services that help vulnerable families achieve financial stability.
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Mon, Jul 29th 2024 01:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar is encouraging New Yorkers to participate in the state's annual survey for wild turkeys this summer.
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Mon, Jul 29th 2024 11:20 am
On Friday - the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act - New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar launched a new "Love Our New York Lands" photo contest highlighting removing barriers to public lands for New Yorkers of all ages and abilities.
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Fri, Jul 26th 2024 01:45 pm
Ahead of the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation to support New Yorkers with disabilities.
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Fri, Jul 26th 2024 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul directed flags on all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, July 27, in honor of New York Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Michael S. Stone, who passed away while on a training mission in Alaska.
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Fri, Jul 26th 2024 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced domestic violence shelters and service providers across New York state will now have access to free overdose emergency kits following a partnership.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 11:40 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.50, down 2 cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $3.59. The New York state average is $3.62, down 1 cent from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.69.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on July 19 in honor of Corey Comperatore.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 09:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed legislation to reduce case backlog in family and civil courts by expanding the number of judges appointed and elected statewide.
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Tue, Jul 16th 2024 05:15 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) recently announced continued support for customers struggling with unpaid bills for electricity and/or gas services. The announcement came as outstanding bills, or arrears, for NYSEG and RG&E customers have reached over $200 million.
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Tue, Jul 16th 2024 10:45 am
The New York State Higher Education Services Corp. (HESC) announces the opening of the Masters in Education Teaching Incentive Scholarship application for the 2024-25 academic year. This program offers scholarships toward the cost of tuition for full-time students pursuing their master's degree at a SUNY or CUNY college or university that leads to certification as a public elementary or secondary education teacher.
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Tue, Jul 16th 2024 10:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced flags on state buildings would be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, July 16, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of former New York State Assembly Majority Leader James R. Tallon Jr.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2024 10:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul urges caution as remnants of Hurricane Beryl reach New York state. Rain will likely begin overnight tonight with heavier rain starting Wednesday afternoon and continue through Wednesday night into Thursday.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2024 02:25 pm
As high temperatures continue across New York state, the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning New Yorkers of the danger children and pets face when left in hot cars.
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 10:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Saturday provided New Yorkers an update on COVID-19 as new variants contribute to increases in hospitalizations in parts of New York state and around the country.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2024 07:00 am
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encouraged School Tax Relief (STAR) credit recipients in Erie and Niagara counties to have their STAR credit payments direct deposited into their bank accounts. New York state's STAR program provides property tax relief to eligible New York state homeowners.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2024 07:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions this Fourth of July.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2024 03:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul launched the "Get Offline, Get Outside" summer campaign to "promote physical and mental health by helping New York's kids and families to put down their phones and computers, take a break from social media, and enjoy recreation and outdoor social gatherings."
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2024 10:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded a phase two Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hub) grant of $40 million to the New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor (NY SMART-I Corridor) consortium.
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Fri, Jun 28th 2024 11:45 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the release of the state's extreme heat action plan, fulfilling a 2022 State of the State commitment to help plan for and address the dangers and impacts of extreme heat on New Yorkers, particularly those in disadvantaged communities who are most likely to experience extreme heat's harmful health effects.
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Thu, Jun 27th 2024 07:45 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar reminded visitors to New York's outdoor spaces to focus on safety before heading out to outdoor adventures in the state's wild and beautiful destinations. As this summer's recreational season begins, DEC continues to advance actions to promote public safety and improve visitor experience.
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Wed, Jun 26th 2024 07:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced June 29-30 is a free fishing weekend in New York state. During free fishing days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York's waters.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 01:00 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced $18 million in funding was awarded to support community-based investments that reduce vehicle emissions and congestion in Western New York.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 02:55 pm
New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced Western New York will receive over $8.8 million from a historic $462 million multistate settlement that she secured from JUUL Labs Inc. (JUUL) for its role in the youth vaping epidemic that led to a dangerous rise in underage e-cigarette use nationwide.
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