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Residents Reminded to Take Care with Alternate Heat Sources as Winter Ramps Up

January 14, 2022 By WRFA Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Office for the Aging, Greg Olsen, HEAP, Home Energy Assistance Program, New York State Office for the Aging

Natural Gas Heating Bills to Rise 43% in WNY This Winter

October 12, 2021 By WRFA Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: HEAP, Home Energy Assistance Program, National Fuel

$373 Million in HEAP Monies Now Available for NYS Residents

October 6, 2021 By WRFA Leave a Comment

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the application process for $373 million in Heating Energy Assistance Program monies is now open in New York State. The funds are for low- and middle-income New Yorkers who need assistance keeping their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Frank Galeazzo, HEAP, Heating Energy Assistance Program, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Kathy Hochul

$150 Million in HEAP Available For Those Who Didn’t Qualify for Emergency Rental Assistance

September 30, 2021 By WRFA Leave a Comment

$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...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Emergency Rental Assistance Program, HEAP, Home Energy Assistance Program, Kathy Hochul, New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

Jamestown BPU Affected by Moratorium on Utility Disconnections

May 13, 2021 By WRFA Leave a Comment

State legislation that extends the moratorium to prevent utility companies from disconnecting utilities to households and small businesses is having a financial impact on the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities. BPU Information and Customer Services … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Frank Galeazzo, HEAP, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities

Additional HEAP Funding Available for Qualifying Residents

February 8, 2018 By WRFA Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced additional funding available to help eligible New Yorkers heat their homes following severe low temperatures this winter. Households in danger of running out of heating fuel or having their utility … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, HEAP, NYSERDA

State Accepting Applications for HEAP Funding Starting Nov. 13

November 8, 2017 By WRFA Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that applications for home heating assistance will be accepted beginning Monday, November 13 throughout New York State. The Home Energy Assistance Program is making $327 million in federal funding available … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, HEAP

HEAP Applications Now Being Accepted

October 20, 2016 By WRFA Leave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: HEAP, Home Energy Assistance Program

HEAP Enrollment Period Now Underway

November 16, 2015 By WRFA Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Households that need help paying their heating bills this winter can now begin applying for assistance from the Home Energy Assistance Program. The program provides financial assistance to help low-income and elderly New Yorkers keep their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: HEAP

State Announces Additional HEAP Funding Due to Prolonged Cold Weather

March 12, 2015 By WRFA Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo Wednesday announced that those in danger of running out of heating fuel or having their utility service shut off can now apply for a second emergency benefit through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, HEAP, HEAP Funding

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