Wed, Jun 5th 2024 05:50 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging is launching phase 6 of its animatronic pet initiative and phase 2 of its intergenerational game project in partnership with Ageless Innovation, delivering 4,725 animatronic pets and games to older adults through New York state's aging network. Since 2018, NYSOFA has distributed 31,500 animatronic pets to older adults who are socially isolated and lonely - a program that has since been replicated in over 30 states.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 05:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced construction has begun on a $9.9 million project to rehabilitate three key bridges in Erie County, including the structures that carry Fillmore Avenue and Grider Street over state Route 33 - also known as the Kensington Expressway - in the City of Buffalo.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 04:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Police will target speeding and aggressive drivers during a special weeklong traffic enforcement initiative. This year's "Speed Week" enforcement crackdown starts Monday, June 3, and runs through Sunday, June 9.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 04:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the appointment of Bea Hanson as director of the New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS). In this role, she will oversee the state agency that supports and funds community-based programs that provide direct services to victims and survivors of crime.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 10:30 am
This June, during Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer's Association is encouraging all Americans to take charge of their brain health. Today, nearly 7 million people ages 65 and older in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer's dementia, including 426,500 in New York state. The lifetime risk for the disease at age 45 is one in five for women and one in 10 for men.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 10:30 am
The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Agriculture and Markets (AGM) announced the state's 11th annual Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) begins Monday, June 3.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 07:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced "Get Outdoors & Get Together Day" will be held Saturday, June 8, with events at more than 20 select locations across New York to bring people of all abilities, ages, identities and backgrounds together for a day of fun, healthy activities.
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Fri, May 31st 2024 09:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul joined U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm and White House Senior Adviser John Podesta at the Andromeda Community Initiative in Queens on Thursday to celebrate New York state becoming the first state in the nation to offer the first phase of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program funding to consumers.
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Fri, May 31st 2024 09:55 am
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance reminds taxpayers to take advantage of convenient options to pay outstanding tax bills. Information about payment methods are available on the Tax Department website, www.tax.ny.gov (search: Pay).
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Fri, May 31st 2024 09:10 am
As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced New York is the first state in the nation to launch its home energy rebates program, created by the Inflation Reduction Act. New York's program will allow more low-and-middle-income families to take advantage of efficiency and clean energy upgrades that will make their homes more comfortable while saving money on their energy bills.
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Wed, May 29th 2024 07:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the completion of rehabilitation work at east Buffalo's former Public School 78, transforming the vacant building into 46 affordable apartments and space for community programs and services.
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Tue, May 28th 2024 12:55 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on Friday reminded New Yorkers to learn about and be aware of harmful algal blooms, or "HABs," as the 2024 HABs notification season starts.
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Fri, May 24th 2024 01:05 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the New York State Canal Corp. joined together today to remind those planning to visit New York's waters to "clean, drain, dry" their boats, trailers, fishing gear, and other equipment before recreating in New York's waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
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Fri, May 24th 2024 11:50 am
New York's local Industrial Development Agencies (IDAs) reported 4,320 active projects with a record-high total value of $132 billion in 2022, an increase of $5 billion (3.9%), from 2021, according to state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli's annual report.
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Fri, May 24th 2024 09:30 am
The "100 Deadliest Days" is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. AAA coined the phrase after examining troubling data regarding fatal crashes among teen drivers.
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Wed, May 22nd 2024 08:15 pm
New York State United Teachers issued the following statement after voters across the state turned out Tuesday to approve school budgets and elect school board members.
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Tue, May 21st 2024 05:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $10 million in additional grant funding for state efforts to reduce domestic terrorism and targeted violence in the aftermath of the racist mass shooting that killed 10 people at a Tops Friendly Markets store in Buffalo on May 14, 2022.
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Tue, May 21st 2024 02:25 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced the fishing seasons for muskellunge begin on June 1 in inland waters and on June 15 in Great Lakes waters: Lake Erie, upper Niagara River, lower Niagara River, Lake Ontario, St. Lawrence River, and tributaries to these waters.
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Tue, May 21st 2024 12:50 pm
As New Yorkers gear up to celebrate Memorial Day weekend, many will be turning on their grills for the first time this season. The Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) recommends all New Yorkers follow some basic tips to avoid barbecuing accidents and injuries. FASNY also urges everyone to never hesitate to call for help when needed.
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Tue, May 21st 2024 12:45 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar reminds New Yorkers that turtles are nesting in May and June, and encourages motorists to "Give Turtles a Brake."
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Mon, May 20th 2024 12:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today directed flags on state buildings to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on May 21 in honor of Staff Sgt. Benedicto Albizu Jr., a retired member of the New York State Police. On May 9, Albizu passed away from an illness stemming from his assignment in and around the World Trade Center following the terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2001.
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Fri, May 17th 2024 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Irish manufacturer Niacet Specialty Chemicals, owned by the Kerry Group, will invest $50 million in its Niagara Falls facility to strengthen the semiconductor manufacturing supply chain in New York. The company, whose products are used in food preservation as well as in the semiconductor manufacturing process, will make an investment at its existing facility in Niagara Falls, increasing its production and creating 36 new, high-paying jobs.
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Fri, May 17th 2024 01:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a historic $50 million capital investment into the New York State Canal System as part of the enacted budget.
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Thu, May 16th 2024 01:20 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission announced New York's electric grid and its electric utilities are prepared for increased summer demand for electricity.
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Wed, May 15th 2024 01:50 pm
The New York State Higher Education Services Corp. (HESC) announced the launch of its newly redesigned website. The new website offers an improved, user-friendly experience, and is part of HESC's continuing commitment to providing accessible information, tools and resources about New York state higher education financial aid to students, families, and education professionals.
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Wed, May 15th 2024 01:50 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) recently honored 100 older adults for their volunteerism as part of NYSOFA's annual Older New Yorkers' Day celebration, which took place May 14 in Albany, during Older Americans Month. New York's 59 county offices for the aging and their partners nominate older adults who have made their communities a better place for all through their outstanding volunteer and civic engagement efforts.
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Wed, May 15th 2024 01:00 pm
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) is alerting New York Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cardholders that their benefits will be temporarily unavailable while a system change is made this Sunday, May 19, between 12:01 a.m. and approximately 11 a.m.
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Tue, May 14th 2024 12:50 pm
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 1.5% in April compared to the same month in 2023, according to data released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, local collections totaled $1.76 billion, up $26.1 million from the same time last year.
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Tue, May 14th 2024 12:15 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing safety tips to follow when using gas or charcoal grills.
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Mon, May 13th 2024 04:00 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance announced School Tax Relief (STAR) credit recipients can now enroll to have their STAR credit payments direct deposited into their bank accounts. New York's STAR program provides property tax relief to eligible homeowners.
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Mon, May 13th 2024 10:25 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul is celebrating National Small Business Month, which occurs in May, by highlighting New York state's "unwavering support for its small business community."
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Mon, May 13th 2024 10:25 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff starting at sunrise on May 13 through interment in honor of New York State Thruway Authority employee Vincent "Vinny" Giammarva, a construction equipment operator in the Henrietta maintenance section, who was fatally injured in a work zone in the Town of Chili on May 9.
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Fri, May 10th 2024 09:40 am
The Social Security Administration recently published a final rule, "Expand the Definition of a Public Assistance Household."
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Wed, May 8th 2024 03:40 pm
The Boy Scouts of America on Tuesday announced it will rebrand to Scouting America, "reflecting the organization's ongoing commitment to welcome every youth and family in America to experience the benefits of Scouting." The change will go into effect Feb. 8, 2025, the organization's 115th anniversary.
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Wed, May 8th 2024 02:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the fiscal year 2025 opportunity guidelines for $82 million in New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) grants are now available for nonprofit arts and culture organizations and individual artists across New York.
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Tue, May 7th 2024 05:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today honored 68 police officers from seven departments who sacrificed their lives in service to their fellow New Yorkers.
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Tue, May 7th 2024 01:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $3 million for 64 projects her team said will protect water quality, prevent farmland conversion, boost public access for outdoor recreation, and conserve open space. The funding awarded through the conservation partnership program will support 44 not-for-profit land trusts across the state.
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Tue, May 7th 2024 01:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Worksport Ltd. will invest $6 million and expand its state-of-the-art facility in the Town of West Seneca, adding 280 new jobs to its workforce. The company, which is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange, manufactures tonneau covers and solar-powered systems for pickup trucks.
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Mon, May 6th 2024 03:00 pm
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's move to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance has broad implications, paving the way for more informed research on the drug and its effects, to tax benefits for businesses, to the potential for rectifying drug-related wrongs.
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Mon, May 6th 2024 12:30 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced May 6-10 is Air Quality Awareness Week (AQAW).
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