Fri, May 9th 2025 01:20 pm
This Mother's Day, the New York State Department of Labor is reminding mothers statewide of the many resources available to them.
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Fri, May 9th 2025 01:15 pm
With motorcyclists across the county tuning up their bikes for the riding season, I would like to remind the public that motorcycle safety is everyone's responsibility.
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Thu, May 8th 2025 08:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced New York is becoming the largest state in the nation to require statewide, bell-to-bell restrictions on smartphones in K-12 schools.
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Thu, May 8th 2025 04:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of "Triple Three Triple One" - a new real-time emergency and weather alert system - as part of the state's Hurricane Preparedness Week recognition efforts.
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Thu, May 8th 2025 09:10 am
The Canal Recreationway Commission (CRC), New York State Canal Corp. and New York Power Authority have published the "Canal Recreationway 2050 Plan" as part of New York state's commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the original Erie Canal's opening in 1825.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 05:15 pm
The American Lung Association is turning New York state turquoise this May 5-11, to raise awareness about lung cancer, honor those impacted, and encourage residents to take action to help end the disease.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 05:15 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is celebrating New York State Compost Awareness Week through May 10, in support of statewide efforts encouraging local communities to explore the benefits of composting.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 01:00 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is reminding travelers that new identification requirements are going into effect this week for travel within the U.S.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 01:00 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton recently announced May 5-9 is Air Quality Awareness Week (AQAW). The public awareness event is held in coordination with part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency nationwide campaign to share information about efforts to protect and improve air quality. The theme for this year is "Stay Air Aware."
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Fri, May 2nd 2025 05:00 pm
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding both drivers and bikers of key safety tips as biking season shifts into gear.
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Tue, Apr 29th 2025 02:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of New York State Police retired investigator Thomas K. Herrick.
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Tue, Apr 29th 2025 09:20 am
As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer's disease tops more than 7 million for the first time, nearly 4 in 5 Americans would want to know if they had Alzheimer's disease before it impacted their lives.
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Tue, Apr 29th 2025 09:15 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul, on Monday night, announced an agreement has been reached with legislative leaders on key priorities in the fiscal year 2026 New York state budget.
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Mon, Apr 28th 2025 06:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York campgrounds are taking reservations for the 2025 season, with most of the state's 119 public campgrounds opening for the season by May 16. Reservations for campsites, cabins and cottages can be made up to nine months in advance of the planned arrival date.
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Mon, Apr 28th 2025 06:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul cautioned New Yorkers in portions of Western and Central New York to prepare for severe weather that includes an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms expected to arrive Tuesday afternoon.
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Mon, Apr 28th 2025 04:00 pm
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball has alerted consumers to the presence of undeclared sulfites in Three Rivers brand golden raisins.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 04:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed flags to be lowered at half-staff to honor the life and legacy of His Holiness Pope Francis, who passed away today at the age of 88.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 01:20 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encourages taxpayers to use Quick Pay, a free and convenient way to pay personal and business tax bills directly from their bank account without having to create an online services account.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 12:00 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of General Services remind New Yorkers to take action to help protect migrating birds as they navigate night skies by participating in the "Lights Out" initiative.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 11:25 am
The New York State Higher Education Services Corp. has announced applications are open for the New York State Math and Science Teaching Incentive Program for the 2025-26 academic year. This program provides scholarships covering the cost of tuition for full-time undergraduate and graduate students who commit to teaching math or science in secondary education (grades 7-12) in New York state.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 11:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced a tentative contract agreement between the state of New York and the New York State Police Investigators Association, which includes more than 1,100 investigators and senior investigators in the Division of State Police who are responsible for undercover surveillance and investigations of major crimes.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 10:55 am
National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) runs from April 21-25. AAA is supporting the American Traffic Safety Services Association in raising awareness of work zone safety across the country. This year's theme is, "Respect the zone so we all get home."
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Thu, Apr 17th 2025 11:45 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is calling on organizations, municipalities, community groups, schools and individuals across New York to celebrate Arbor Day, coming up on April 25, by taking part in the state's "25 Million Trees by 2033" initiative. New Yorkers are encouraged to plant trees and record them in the newly launched "25 Million Trees Tree Tracker."
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Thu, Apr 17th 2025 09:50 am
A first-of-its-kind tax credit to give small businesses in Western New York some much-needed financial support is gaining momentum in Albany.
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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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