The maximum weekly unemployment insurance (UI) benefit has increased for unemployed workers across the state. As part of the 2026 State Budget, the State invested nearly $7 billion to pay off the federal UI Trust Fund loan, and bring the fund to … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Now Under Drought Warning
Chautauqua County has joined nine other counties in the Great Lakes region in being upgraded to a drought warning. New York State is encouraging all residents, including those dependent on private groundwater wells, to conserve water whenever … [Read more...]
Nearly 130 Colleges, Universities Offering Free Applications This Month
Students across the state can apply to nearly 130 colleges and universities for free this October. The announcement comes as Governor Kathy Hochul has proclaimed October as New York State College Application Month, which includes waived … [Read more...]
Trump Reinstates $187 Million In Counter-Terrorism Funding To NYS
The Trump administration has reinstated the $187 million in counter-terrorism funding cut from New York State following objections from top officials. The threatened cuts were blasted by New York lawmakers, including Governor Kathy Hochul, who … [Read more...]
Bowhunting Season For Deer, Bear Begins For NYS
Bowhunting season for deer and bear has begun in New York State. New for fall 2025, hunters in New York State may use a crossbow in the same seasons, places, and manner as a vertical bow for hunting deer and bear. Crossbows have been used … [Read more...]
Statewide Burn In Effect In NYS Until Oct. 15
A statewide burn ban is in effect until October 15 due to increased fire risk and continued dry conditions. State officials will reevaluate whether to extend the ban prior to its expiration. Governor Kathy Hochul said, “Many regions are already … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Calls Out Trump, Noem Following $187 Million Counter-Terrorism Cuts To NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul is calling out President Donald Trump and U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following $187 million in cuts to counter-terrorism funding in New York. Hochul said the state’s allocation has been cut by … [Read more...]
NYS Inflation Refund Checks Are Out For Delivery
New York State has started delivering inflation refund checks of up to $400 to 8.2 million households statewide. Residents do not need to apply, sign up or do anything to receive a check. Governor Kathy Hochul secured and enacted the initiative … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Warned Of Scams Related To State Inflation Refund Checks
Governor Kathy Hochul is warning New Yorkers of scammers who are sending text messages, voice messages, emails and direct mail to taxpayers in an attempt to spread false information about New York State's inflation refund checks. These messages … [Read more...]
Three ISPs Awarded More Than $52.9 Million To Bring Internet To Chautauqua County, Other Areas Of NYS
Three internet service providers have been awarded more than $52.9 million to help bring internet service to Chautauqua County and other areas of New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced approximately $391 million in proposed awards under … [Read more...]
