State Senator George Borrello has proposed legislation that would eliminate the three-member Farm Laborers Wage Board. The Farm Laborers Wage Board was established as part of the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act (FLFPA) passed in … [Read more...]
City Honors 10,000 Maniacs, Join List of Prominent Jamestown Notables
JAMESTOWN, NY - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist unveiled a new sign at the city's North Main St. entrance Monday morning, honoring 10,000 Maniacs. Maniacs' members and Jamestown natives Dennis Drew, Jeff Erickson and Steven Gustafson were on hand … [Read more...]
Judge Rules NYS Dept. of Health Exceeded Authority by Using Rulemaking Process for Isolation, Quarantine Procedures
A judge has ruled the New York State Department of Health exceeded its authority by using rulemaking process for isolation and quarantine procedures. The lawsuit against the State Department of Health had been brought by State Senator George … [Read more...]
Guns Banned in Many Public Places in NYS After Gov. Hochul Signs Law
Guns will be banned in many public places in New York now that Governor Kathy Hochul signed a law that she says gives the state more ammunition in the fight against gun violence. State lawmakers passed the new law last week in an extraordinary … [Read more...]
State Legislature Passes Resolution Enshrine Equal Rights in State Constitution
The State Legislature has passed a resolution to enshrine equal rights into the New York State Constitution, which will solidify the right to abortion access in New York State. The resolution was brought forward by Governor Kathy Hochul as part of … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – George Borrello – June 30, 2022
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with State Senator George Borrello about the last state legislative session, gun control, and the extraordinary legislative session scheduled for June 30, 2022. … [Read more...]
Borrello, Goodell Recognize Fancher Chair’s listing on NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry
State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andy Goodell visited Fancher Chair in Falconer Friday to announce the company's incorporation into New York State’s Historic Business Preservation Registry. The registry, launched this spring, includes … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court Overturns New York Handgun Law
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Constitution provides a right to carry a gun outside the home, issuing a major decision on the meaning of the Second Amendment. The 6-3 ruling was the court’s second important decision on the right to … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County OFA Director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos Honored as ‘Woman of Distinction’
Chautauqua County Office of Aging Services Director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos has been honored as a 2022 New York State Senate "Woman of Distinction" Dr. Spanos was recognized for her achievements and contributions to the community during a ceremony at … [Read more...]
Future of Brooks Hospital Top Concern at Senator Borrello Town Hall
Concerns about the future of Brooks Memorial Hospital were a top issue from the over 40 people who turned out for a town hall meeting by State Senator George Borrello held Tuesday night in the city of Dunkirk. Assemblyman Andy Goodell also … [Read more...]
