Three local organizations will receive funding to help people who are experiencing homelessness remain stably housed. $63 million in grants awarded through the New York State Supportive Housing Program (NYSSHP) are going to 130 supportive housing … [Read more...]
Borrello, Molitor Call On Governor To Repower NRG Plant In Dunkirk
Local State representatives are calling on Governor Hochul to support repowering the former NRG Plant in Dunkirk. The NRG plant operated for more than 60 years. Before its closure, the facility was paying nearly $10 million annually in local tax … [Read more...]
State Budget Proposes Allocating $1.6 Million To Jamestown In Temporary Municipal Aid
The City of Jamestown is being allocated nearly $1.6 million in Temporary Municipal Assistance in Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed 2027 State Budget. Hochul announced the State will allocate an additional $150 million in financial assistance for … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Proposes To Bring Down Auto Insurance Rates
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced proposals to bring down costs of auto insurance rates and tackle fraudulent claims across New York State. New Yorkers pay some of the highest car insurance rates in the nation — totaling just over $4,000 … [Read more...]
NYS Department Of Health Joins World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network
The New York State Department of Health has officially joined the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network. In January, the Trump Administration withdrew the United States from WHO. Governor Kathy Hochul said … [Read more...]
Free Fishing Days In NYS Announced For 2026
Free Fishing Days in New York State have been announced for 2026. The requirement for a freshwater fishing license will be waived on the following days: February 14–15, June 27–28, September 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and November 11 … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Medical Aid In Dying Act
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the Medical Aid In Dying Act. The bill allows medical aid in dying to be available to terminally ill New Yorkers with less than six months to live. Hochul said, “Our state will always stand firm in safeguarding … [Read more...]
New York State Braces For Extreme Cold This Weekend
All of New York State is bracing for extreme cold this weekend. Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Southern Erie Counties are all under an Extreme Cold Warning starting late tonight and lasting until Sunday morning. Wind gusts up to 30 miles per … [Read more...]
Seven Schools, One Municipality Receiving Cybersecurity Assistance
Seven schools and one municipality in Chautauqua County are receiving cybersecurity assistance from New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced $9 million from the federal State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program will support the delivery … [Read more...]
Borrello, Molitor Urge Gov. Hochul To Establish Financial Control Board For City Of Dunkirk
State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor are urging Governor Kathy Hochul to establish a state financial control board for the City of Dunkirk. Borrello and Molitor sent a letter asking the governor to include enabling … [Read more...]
