Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she signed the Sergeant Gary Beikirch Memorial Act, legislation which expands eligibility for special license plates issued to Congressional Medal of Honor recipients to include their spouses.
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Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced people who want to experience a rare total solar eclipse in April 2024 can stay at seven State Park campgrounds that will open for the event. Her team said an early opening will help accommodate an expected influx of visitors heading to several regions of the state to witness the celestial event.
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Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she signed legislation to address the minimum age of lifeguards at children's camps. Legislation (S.6467-A/A.5821A) will require lifeguards for children's camps to be at least 17 years of age except that up to 50% of the required number of lifeguards on duty may be at least 15 years of age if they are under the supervision of a camp aquatics director. Lifeguards required for wilderness swimming must be at least 18 years of age.
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Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed flags to half-staff at all state government buildings and facilities on July 5-6 in honor of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kory Wade, who passed away following training exercises that took place June 14. Wade was a native of Shortsville in Ontario County.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 03:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul encouraged eligible New Yorkers to renew their health insurance coverage as insurance renewal deadlines rapidly approach. The governor also issued a public service announcement to get the message out to New Yorkers.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 02:45 pm
Gov. Hochul announced the New York State Police will increase patrols to crack down on drunk, impaired and reckless driving over the July 4 holiday. This special enforcement period will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, June 30, and run through 3 a.m. Wednesday, July 5.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 02:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul reminds New Yorkers the July 4 weekend typically sees a rise in sparkling device and firework-related injuries. Food-borne illnesses and water accidents are also more prevalent during the holiday time. Three state agencies offer their expertise to remind of the dangers to make for a safer, more enjoyable time for all.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 02:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced civil service exam application fees are now waived for all New York state civil service exams, beginning July 1, 2023, through December 2025. Her team said the removal of fees for all state exams was one of several actions included in the fiscal year 2024 budget to help modernize New York's public workforce.
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Thu, Jun 29th 2023 10:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York state highways will be suspended from 6 a.m. Saturday, July 1, to 6 a.m. Wednesday, July 5, to ease travel throughout the July 4 holiday weekend.
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Thu, Jun 29th 2023 10:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she has approved a request from the New York State Police to raise the maximum age to apply to become a New York State Trooper from 29 to 34.
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Thu, Jun 29th 2023 10:50 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald issued an air quality health advisory for all regions across the state for Friday, June 30.
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Wed, Jun 28th 2023 05:35 pm
New York Air National Guard Chaplain (Maj.) Jeffery Bartz, who serves as the head pastor of Batavia's Grace Baptist Church in civilian life, has been named the top chaplain in the 100,000-member Air National Guard.
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Wed, Jun 28th 2023 04:15 pm
National Insurance Awareness Day is Wednesday, June 28, 2023, and AAA Western and Central New York encourages policyholders to review their insurance coverage, while considering major life events. Just as an annual physical is good for your health, taking time to regularly examine your insurance coverage can help ensure your financial well-being.
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Wed, Jun 28th 2023 04:15 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Dr. James McDonald issued an air quality health advisory for all regions across the state for Thursday, June 29.
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Wed, Jun 28th 2023 03:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Office of Strategic Workforce Development has awarded nearly $11 million in grants to 17 projects across the state through the third round of the Workforce Development Capital and Pay for Performance grant programs.
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Tue, Jun 27th 2023 04:20 pm
A young Airman assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, based at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, has been named Airman of the Year for 2023 by the 100,000-member Air National Guard.
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Tue, Jun 27th 2023 03:30 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald issued an air quality health advisory for the Eastern Lake Ontario, Central New York and Western New York regions for Wednesday, June 28. Air quality is forecasted to reach "Unhealthy" Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in the Western New York region.
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Tue, Jun 27th 2023 03:30 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins is urging Amtrak to work with government agencies in the U.S. and Canada to "streamline the inspection process on the Maple Leaf route to allow for faster and easier travel between the two countries."
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Tue, Jun 27th 2023 03:30 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. 11.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 08:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday urged New Yorkers to prepare for potentially severe weather this week, as severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall are in the forecast for downstate regions on Monday and Tuesday, causing the potential for localized flash flooding in flood-prone regions.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 08:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul updated New Yorkers on expected air quality this week.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 05:15 pm
The U.S. Department of Labor urges small business owners and representatives from local government entities to join the department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration and other government agencies for a series of upcoming discussions on the potential impacts of a workplace heat standard on small businesses.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 05:15 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in partnership with seven Great Lakes states, six northeast states, and six Canadian provinces, announced the annual "aquatic invasive species landing blitz" will run from June 29 through July 10.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 05:15 pm
The New York State Department of Labor announced it is transitioning to Conduent for unemployment insurance (UI) debit card services. The new Conduent Way2Go debit card utilizes chip technology to give customers safe, secure access to UI benefits, while also providing the same convenience they currently experience.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 05:15 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced registration is open for a new stewardship day at state-owned campgrounds on Saturday, July 8. The event, a partnership between Parks & Trails New York, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and DEC, encourages New Yorkers and visitors to give back to the campgrounds they love by volunteering.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 01:45 pm
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced 130 awards totaling nearly $1.7 billion from President Joe Biden's "Bipartisan Infrastructure Law" for transit projects in 46 states and territories.
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Mon, Jun 26th 2023 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Sen. Chuck Schumer, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and the New York congressional delegation today announced New York state's ConnectALL office has been allocated more than $664 million in funding from the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program, part of the 2021 "Bipartisan Infrastructure Law."
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Thu, Jun 22nd 2023 07:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the DEC is joining the BearWise campaign as a cooperative member state.
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Thu, Jun 22nd 2023 07:20 pm
Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) have announced the release of the New York State Greenway Trails Progress Report (August 2021-December 2022), which outlines the accomplishments made, the projects initiated, and the funding secured by state, local and nonprofit partners between August 2021 and December 2022.
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Thu, Jun 22nd 2023 07:20 pm
A new requirement heads to Gov. Hochul's desk to be signed into law, which expands New York's "Slow Down/Move Over" law. The expansion includes disabled vehicles that are parked on the shoulder of a controlled access highway or parkway, requiring drivers to exercise caution when approaching a disabled vehicle.
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Thu, Jun 22nd 2023 07:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced guidance to advance the $75 million SUNY Transformation Fund to improve student success, support innovation, and help meet the state's future workforce needs.
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Thu, Jun 22nd 2023 07:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $21.1 million for housing projects in the New York City region and Western New York to provide permanent supportive housing for individuals who have experienced homelessness and to fund repairs at an emergency shelter in Orange County.
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Wed, Jun 21st 2023 09:05 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) are urging older adults, their family members and caretakers to be prepared for high temperatures and excessive heat this summer. NYSOFA and NYSDOH also offer tips and resources for older adults and loved ones to stay safe.
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Wed, Jun 21st 2023 09:00 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James applauded the State Legislature for passing legislation, sponsored by State Sen. Brian Kavanagh and Assembly member Helene Weinstein, that, her team said, "will reform the state's civil laws to provide more tools to prevent deed theft and help New Yorkers stay in their homes. The bill, drafted jointly with Attorney General James, is part of ongoing efforts to combat deed theft and keep New Yorkers in their homes."
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Tue, Jun 20th 2023 01:15 pm
New York Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez reminded businesses that a new law to protect consumers from potential gift card scams goes into effect today. All businesses selling gift cards are now required to display a notice at or near where any gift card or gift certificate is displayed or sold to caution consumers about gift card fraud.
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Mon, Jun 19th 2023 06:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul encouraged New Yorkers to take advantage of the year's second "Free Fishing Weekend," on June 24-25, when New York state waives the requirement for a freshwater fishing license.
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Fri, Jun 16th 2023 01:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins is calling on U.S. Customs and Border Protection to "immediately address mounting problems contributing to inefficient management of the border between the United States and Canada."
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Fri, Jun 16th 2023 12:40 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) will make its election protection hotline available for the June 27 election and during New York's early voting period, which runs from Saturday, June 17, through Sunday, June 25.
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Fri, Jun 16th 2023 08:55 am
The New York State Parks Marine Services Bureau is proud to coordinate New York's annual participation in the national Operation Dry Water campaign. This campaign involves law enforcement agencies statewide to educate boaters about the dangers of boating while under the influence of alcohol, marijuana and other drugs, and removing impaired boaters from the waterways. This year, Operation Dry Water's national weekend of amplified outreach and coordinated enforcement is July 1-3.
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Thu, Jun 15th 2023 11:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, co-chair of the House Cancer Caucus, participated in a briefing for members and congressional staff.
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