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State Program Launched To Help Small Business Protect Workers During Extreme Heat

July 16, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A state program has been launched to help small businesses protect workers during extreme heat. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF)’s new Extreme Heat Equipment Credit. The credit helps … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Extreme Heat Equipment Credit, Kathy Hochul, New York State Insurance Fund

Gov. Hochul Announces Actions To Assess Impact Of Tariff Policies

July 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced actions to assess cost increases and supply chain disruptions caused by the Trump Administration’s tariff policies. At the Governor’s direction, Director of State Operations Kathryn Garcia sent a memo to State … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Donald Trump, Kathryn Garcia, Kathy Hochul, New York State Empire State Development, New York State Office of General Services, Tariffs

Two Projects Receiving A Total Of $1 Million For Infrastructure Work

July 8, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Two projects that will result in more housing are receiving a total of $1 million for infrastructure projects in Chautauqua County. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that more than $36 million has been awarded to 48 projects across New York State … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: City of Dunkirk Court, County Infrastructure Grant Program, Empire State Development, Homesteads at Dunkirk Landing, Kathy Hochul, Village of Westfield, Welch's Building

Parents Urged To Educate Themselves On Keeping Kids Safe Online During Summer Break

July 8, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

With summer break underway, parents, guardians, and caregivers are urged to take steps to educate themselves on how to keep children safe online. Governor Kathy Hochul said in a media release, “Summer is officially here, and we want New York … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Get Offline Get Outside campaign, Kathy Hochul, New York State Division of Consumer Protection

NYS Pays Off The Nearly $7 Billion Unemployment Insurance Fund Loan

July 1, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that New York State has paid off the nearly $7 billion federal Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund loan. Hochul said this move will bring the fund to solvency, increase benefits for unemployed New Yorkers and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: COVID-19, Kathy Hochul, New York State Budget, New York State Department of Labor, Unemployment Insurance, Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund

Gov. Hochul Wants To Build Nuclear Power Plant In Upstate NY, Sen. Borrello Says Build It In Dunkirk

June 24, 2025 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

Governor Kathy Hochul wants to build a zero-emission advanced nuclear power plant in Upstate New York and State Senator George Borrello says to build it in Dunkirk. Hochul announced Monday her directive to the New York Power Authority to identify … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: City of Dunkirk, George Borrello, Kathy Hochul, New York Power Authority, NRG, nuclear power

New State Law Allows Voters Waiting In Line To Be Provided Refreshments

June 24, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New state legislation has been signed by Governor Kathy Hochul that allows voters waiting in line to be provided refreshments. Across the State, voters will be heading to the polls to cast their ballots during a heat wave, with peak temperatures … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: elections, Kathy Hochul, New York State Election Law

Chronic Asthma Sufferers Could Qualify For Free Air Conditioners In NYS

June 24, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A program that provides free air conditioners to New Yorkers with chronic asthma has been launched. The Essential Plan Cooling Program provides the free units to residents who are enrolled in the State’s Essential Plan and live with persistent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Essential Plan Cooling Program, Extreme Heat Action Plan, Kathy Hochul, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority

Student Retention Program Being Expanded At State Colleges

June 17, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A student retention program is being expanded at colleges in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that retention and completion model SUNY ASAP|ACE is being expanded to 34 campuses in Fall 2025. The expansion is expected to serve 7,050 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Advancing Completion through Engagement, Advancing Success in Associate Pathways, Kathy Hochul, SUNY ASAP-ACE, SUNY Fredonia

Republican Dunkirk City Council Members Oppose Gov. Hochul’s Loan Proposal

June 12, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Republicans on Dunkirk City Council have come out in opposition to Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to issue a $13.7 million loan to the City of Dunkirk. The loan would carry a 7.5% interest rate over 15 years. City council members who have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Abigail Zatorski, Aid and Incentives for Municipalities, City of Dunkirk, Dunkirk City Council, financial control board, George Borrello, James Stoyle, Kathy Hochul, Nancy Nichols

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