DUNKIRK - The largest taxpayer in Chautauqua County will remain in operation. On Sunday morning, Governor Andrew Cuomo paid a visit to Dunkirk to announce that funding will be in place to repower the NRG power plant into a natural gas generating … [Read more...]
Local Projects to Recieve an Estimated $3,000,000 in Funding from State Economic Development Council
ALBANY - Several projects throughout Chautauqua County are set to get funding from the most recent round the state’s Regional Economic Development Council initiative. On Wednesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that a total of $715.9 million has … [Read more...]
Governor Launches Anti-Hunger Task Force, Appoints SWCS Superintendent
ALBANY - The top administrator at Southwestern Central School has been appointed to a statewide agency aimed at fighting hunger. On Monday Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the creation of the New York State Anti-Hunger Task Force, which will bring … [Read more...]
State Increases Food Bank Funding in Response Federal Reduction of SNAP Funding
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo Monday announced $4.5 million in grants to help 2,600 emergency food providers throughout New York State respond to an increased need for food assistance following the recent reduction in federal SNAP benefits that has … [Read more...]
Cuomo Announces New Tax Incentive to Benefit Veterans
ALBANY - New York State is rolling out a new tax credit supporters say will make it easier for thousands of military veterans to find work. On Veterans Day, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the beginning of a promotional effort by New York State’s … [Read more...]
Deadline on STAR Property Tax Exemption is Dec. 31
Assemblyman Andy Goodell (R,C,I-Chautauqua) is reminding local homeowners to re-apply to receive their STAR Property Tax Exemption. The program, which saves the average New York homeowner $700 per year, requires renewal before the end of the year … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Approve Casino Ammendment
ALBANY - New York voters threw their support behind casino gambling, agreeing to let seven state-run gaming palaces be built in nearly every region of the state, including eventually in New York City. In a measure that became a referendum on the … [Read more...]
This Week is Nation Teen Driver Awareness Week
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo is reminding teen drivers and their parents about the dangers of distracted driving and the importance of practicing safe driving habits as part of National Teen Driver Awareness Week. As of January 2013, there are … [Read more...]
Jamestown to Receive Nearly $270,000 in Funding to Address Brownfield Clean Up
ALBANY - The city of Jamestown will be getting nearly $270,000 in funding from New York State to help redevelop several brownfield sites on the west side of town. On Thursday afternoon, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the state will be giving … [Read more...]
New Law Allows Local Wine to be Sold at Roadside Farm Stands
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced the signing of a series of new laws that will continue the state's efforts to better market and promote New York wine by allowing wine to be sold at roadside farm markets and designating portions of … [Read more...]
