New York State is taking steps to protect access to abortion care, including medication abortion, following a federal court ruling that attempted to curb access to mifepristone. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a ruling … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Appoints Blake Washington as New Budget Director
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Blake Washington as the state's new Budget Director. Washington will begin his tenure this summer. Washington replaces Robert Megna, who was serving as interim Budget Director following the departure of Robert … [Read more...]
Hours Extended At State Park Swimming Facilities This Week
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that extended hours at State swimming facilities will be offered during the current heat wave as a way to help New Yorkers beat the heat. In Western New York, extended swimming will be available at both the Allegany … [Read more...]
State Comptroller Report Warns of State’s Fiscal Outlook Being In Decline
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli warns of the State's fiscal outlook being in decline. In a report released by the State Comptroller's Office, DiNapoli said the 2023-24 budget plan shows looming gaps cumulatively totaling $36.4 billion through … [Read more...]
Air Quality Health Advisory In Effect for WNY for Thursday
The State Department of Environmental Conservation and Health Department have again issued a Air Quality Health Advisory for all of Thursday in Western New York. Governor Kathy Hochul speaking at a press event Wednesday said that over the course … [Read more...]
Some Local Elections Will Be Moved to Even-Numbered Years Under Bill Passed By NYS Legislature
Some local elections will be moved to even-numbered years under a bill passed by the New York State Legislature. State legislators who supported the bill said the move was made to increase voter participation. Elected officials in the middle of … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Passage of ‘Birds and Bees Protection Act’ Will Increase Use of Harmful Pesticides
State Senator George Borrello is disappointed with passage of "The Birds and Bees Protection Act." The Act is in response to a 2020 report from Cornell University finding that using neonics poses a threat to the state's bees while providing few … [Read more...]
People Cautioned to ‘Stay Indoors’ Due to Unhealthy Air Quality Levels
Health officials are urging people to "Stay Indoors" today due to unhealthy air quality levels. The air quality index value is expected to be greater than 170 for fine particulates on Thursday, indicating a highly unsafe level. The Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Introduces Legislation as Seneca Nation, NYS Negotiate New Gaming Compact
As the Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State negotiate a new gaming compact, State Senator George Borrello has introduced legislation to authorize the State Comptroller to review tribal-state compacts. The legislation would authorize the … [Read more...]
Jamestown Pride Holding Flag Raising Event on Tracy Plaza on June 2
A flag raising event will take place this afternoon to kick off Pride Month in the City of Jamestown. Jamestown Pride will hold a rally and raise the Progressive Pride Flag at 4:00 p.m. on Tracy Plaza next to Jamestown City Hall. The event will … [Read more...]
