Tue, Apr 15th 2025 02:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced applications are open to help low-income New Yorkers stay cool this summer through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) have released a new package of three reports highlighting the importance of passing Hochul's proposal to streamline New York's discovery laws to protect the rights of crime victims.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced 13 state landmarks will be illuminated blue, white and red today to honor the victims of the Dominican Republic nightclub tragedy.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Monday, April 14, in honor of former New York state Rep. John LaFalce.
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 07:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today directed flags to be lowered at half-staff to honor the lives of more than 200 individuals who were killed in the tragic roof collapse at the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Multiple victims have been identified as New Yorkers.
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 07:35 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminds New Yorkers to remove or secure outdoor food sources that may attract black bears.
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 10:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul today celebrated April 11 as the inaugural New York Craft Beer Day. New York is the second largest craft beer market in the U.S. and has more than 500 independent craft breweries who support 22,000 jobs and generate a $4.8 billion economic impact across the state.
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 10:50 am
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service personnel will apply lampricides to Cattaraugus Creek (Cattaraugus and Erie counties) to kill sea lamprey larvae burrowed in the stream bottom.
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Tue, Apr 8th 2025 02:55 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance reminded taxpayers that the deadline to file personal income tax returns and pay any taxes owed is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time Tuesday, April 15.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 01:50 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is reminding travelers that new identification requirements are going into effect next month for travel within the U.S. Beginning May 7, U.S. travelers must have a REAL ID (or other acceptable form of ID like a passport) to board domestic flights. The REAL ID is a federal requirement for state-issued driver licenses and non-driver identifications designed to help prevent fraudulent identification.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 01:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state is moving forward with plans to bring Great Lakes cruises to Buffalo. A request for proposals was issued today by the state's Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. seeking proposals to design, develop and create a new cruise terminal to support Great Lakes cruise operations at Slip 2 on the Outer Harbor.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 07:00 am
During the weekend of April 26-27, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will host its annual RecruitNY campaign, where hundreds of volunteer fire departments across the state of New York will welcome the public to experience what it's like to be a volunteer firefighter.
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Fri, Apr 4th 2025 11:55 pm
Today, New York State Sen. Rob Ortt was joined by Sen. George Borrello, Assemblyman David DiPietro and Assemblyman Paul Bologna at the Collins Correctional Facility to criticize the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision for their latest failures to keep New Yorkers safe.
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Fri, Apr 4th 2025 01:05 pm
New York sheriffs are wading into the statehouse debate over proposed changes to discovery and involuntary commitment laws, urging lawmakers to approve what the sheriffs describe as Gov. Kathy Hochul's "package of common-sense measures."
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Fri, Apr 4th 2025 01:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, on Thursday, signed three new laws to strengthen New York's gun violence prevention efforts and keep people safe. The governor also unveiled new data showing a 53% decline in gun violence year-to-date, when compared to pandemic-era highs. As part of this year's budget, Hochul is proposing a $370 million investment to fight gun violence and keep driving down crime.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 10:10 am
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning consumers to take precautions when selecting vitamins and dietary supplements.
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Wed, Apr 2nd 2025 08:10 pm
The New York Power Authority has earned the highest recognition from the American Public Power Association in two national award programs.
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Wed, Apr 2nd 2025 08:10 pm
As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance urges taxpayers to a stay vigilant to avoid scammers who are trying to steal personal information.
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Wed, Apr 2nd 2025 08:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday recognized April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in New York, issuing a statewide proclamation.
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Tue, Apr 1st 2025 09:10 am
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball on Friday alerted consumers with pets to the potential presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A H5N1 virus, or avian influenza, in Savage Cat Raw Chicken Cat Food produced by Savage Pet.
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Tue, Apr 1st 2025 09:10 am
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced New York organizations may now apply for the latest round of the FreshConnect CSA for SNAP program.
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Mon, Mar 31st 2025 10:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced the opening of applications for the second annual Empire State Service Corps program, encouraging State University of New York students to apply for one of 500 paid civic and service internships for this upcoming fall.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 11:30 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation today announced the release of a new installment of the interactive, online timeline "Blazing a Trail: A History of New York State Parks and Historic Sites."
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Thu, Mar 27th 2025 02:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the availability of capital grants to expand services for organizations that serve veterans, service members and military families.
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Tue, Mar 25th 2025 02:50 pm
The New York Power Authority, New York State Canal Corp. and WMHT Public Media announced the launch of a robust, multi-platform, multimedia initiative to commemorate the Erie Canal's bicentennial, which is taking place this year.
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Tue, Mar 25th 2025 11:10 am
As part of New York state's hiring drive, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is ready to hire lifeguards for the 2025 swimming season.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 09:05 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encourages taxpayers to know their rights when hiring a tax preparer. New York state's consumer bill of rights regarding tax preparers establishes standards to help protect the public from dishonest tax preparers.
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 11:10 am
During the weekend of April 26-27, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will host its annual RecruitNY campaign, where hundreds of volunteer fire departments across the state of New York will welcome the public to experience what it's like to be a volunteer firefighter.
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Wed, Mar 19th 2025 08:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul launched a new web portal to support access to vaccines and public health information in the wake of measles cases in New York. The governor joined Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald to update New Yorkers on the cases and encouraged everyone to ensure they are current on all recommended immunizations.
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Tue, Mar 18th 2025 05:50 pm
Members of the Senate Republican Conference penned a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul calling for her to rescind Executive Order No. 47.3. Enacted in response to her failure to properly address strikes at correctional facilities statewide, the order bars 2,000 terminated state corrections officers from working for the state of New York or local agencies.
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Mon, Mar 17th 2025 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced New York State landmarks will be lit green this evening in celebration of St. Patrick's Day.
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Mon, Mar 17th 2025 10:30 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday announced flags would be flown at half-staff in honor of former Congresswoman Nita Lowey beginning immediately and through sunset on March 17.
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Sun, Mar 16th 2025 10:00 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning begins March 16 and runs through May 14. Since 2009, DEC has enforced the annual brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires.
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Fri, Mar 14th 2025 05:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday directed state agencies to prepare for heavy rain and the potential for localized flooding, while cautioning New Yorkers, as parts of the state are forecasted to be impacted by periods of heavy rain this weekend.
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Thu, Mar 13th 2025 01:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $20 million will be made available for a new Municipal Parks and Recreation (MPR) Grant program to fund the development and improvement of municipal parks and recreation sites statewide for the public to enjoy. Funding for this program is provided by the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act.
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Thu, Mar 13th 2025 12:40 pm
The New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs is now issuing commemorative Afghanistan and Iraq War medals approved by the Legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2023.
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Wed, Mar 12th 2025 09:55 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and Assembly Republican Leader Will Barclay, along with members of the Senate and Assembly Republican conferences, were joined by U.S. "Border Czar" Tom Homan at the State Capitol to highlight the need for increased border security and the need to put an end to New York's "misguided sanctuary policies."
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Wed, Mar 12th 2025 09:55 pm
In 2025, New York Sea Grant (NYSG) Great Lakes Coastal Processes and Hazards Specialist Roy Widrig anticipates property owners and community leaders will have questions about impact to shorelines by heavy winter snows and melting snowpack.
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Tue, Mar 11th 2025 02:10 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance announced Direct File is now available to many individuals who receive Form 1099-R. New York State Direct File is a free, easy-to-use e-file option for eligible taxpayers to file their 2024 federal and state personal income tax returns for free.
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Tue, Mar 11th 2025 01:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday provided an update on the future of New York state's correctional system following the end of what she called the 22-day "illegal" work stoppage, "creating a path to recover, recruit and rebuild the system moving forward."
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