New York State has launched a new statewide enrollment drive to help millions more residents get a monthly discount on their utility bills through the State’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP). While 1 million households statewide are already … [Read more...]
NYS Energy Rebate Checks To Start Going Out Sept. 21
Energy rebate checks will start going out to New York households starting September 21. The checks of up to $200 will be mailed directly to eligible New Yorkers, with deliveries to continue through December. There is no need to apply, sign up or … [Read more...]
Groundbreaking Ceremony For New Affordable Housing Held In Dunkirk
Governor Kathy Hochul and officials gathered for the groundbreaking of a new affordable housing development in the City of Dunkirk Thursday. The $37 million Homesteads at Dunkirk Landing, when completed, will have 78-units of affordable housing … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Beam For New Northern Chautauqua Hospital In Fredonia
Governor Kathy Hochul joined local officials Thursday in signing a beam that will be part of the new Northern Chautauqua Hospital in Fredonia. New York State committed $124 million to finance the construction of the $223 million hospital on 412 … [Read more...]
SNAP Recipients To Receive More Secure Chip-Based Cards In 2027
SNAP recipients will receive new, more secure chip-based cards starting in 2027. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) recently finalized a contract with a vendor to provide … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Creates One Year Moratorium On Data Centers
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed an Executive Order to create the nation’s first moratorium on new hyperscale data centers. Hochul is temporarily pausing State environmental permits for up to one year in order to build regulatory framework that … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County To Receive More Than $1.6 Million To Strengthen Emergency Communications
Chautauqua County is receiving more than $1.6 million in state funding to strengthen emergency communications for first responders. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that a total of $110 million in State funding will go toward improving emergency … [Read more...]
NYS Reminds Residents Of Options To Reduce Energy Costs During The Summer
With summer heat here, New Yorkers are being reminded of options to help reduce energy costs. The State’s Energy Affordability Program and Enhanced Energy Affordability Program provide income-eligible households across New York State with … [Read more...]
Sen. Gillibrand Decrying Loss Of Healthcare Coverage Due To ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Cuts
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is decrying the loss of affordable health care coverage due to cuts in President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.” Low and middle income New York residents are expected to lose access to the Essential Plan. The “Big … [Read more...]
Ribbon Cut On New Buffalo Bills Stadium
The ribbon was cut Tuesday on the completion of the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park. The massive public-private partnership marks the largest construction project in Western New York history, delivering a state-of-the-art, … [Read more...]
