People needing help paying their heating bills this season can now apply for home heating assistance. The Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as HEAP, can provide up to $976 this winter to low and middle income households and senior … [Read more...]
Residents Reminded to Take Care with Alternate Heat Sources as Winter Ramps Up
With near sub-zero temperatures and another snow storm in the forecast, people are reminded to take extra safety precautions when using alternate heat sources. New York State Office for the Aging Director Greg Olsen said, "Unattended, improperly … [Read more...]
Natural Gas Heating Bills to Rise 43% in WNY This Winter
Natural Gas heating bills expected to rise 43% this winter in Western New York due to the increase in natural gas prices. National Fuel said in a release that the prices have risen significantly following years of historic lows. They said … [Read more...]
$150 Million in HEAP Available For Those Who Didn’t Qualify for Emergency Rental Assistance
$150 million in heating utility assistance has been announced by New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the funding will help low-income households that have fallen behind on their utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. … [Read more...]
Qualified BPU Customers May Apply for Utility Assistance through City Sponsored Program
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) is urging customers who may qualify for assistance with unpaid utility bills to apply to a program grant received by the City of Jamestown as part of its COVID-19 Response. According to … [Read more...]
HEAP Applications Now Being Accepted
MAYVILLE - Residents eligible to apply for Home Energy Assistance Funding to help pay for their heating bills in the winter months can now start the application process. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is designed to help eligible … [Read more...]
