At least 27 people have died in Erie County following a winter storm that paralyzed a good portion of Western New York over the Christmas Holiday weekend. Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz confirmed via Twitter of the 27 people who have died … [Read more...]
Crews Making Final Preparations Ahead of Power Winter Storm this Holiday Weekend
State and local crews are making final preparations ahead of a powerful winter storm that is expected to unleash heavy snow along with strong winds in Western New York. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said Emergency Services Director Noel … [Read more...]
Hochul Signs Legislation Requiring Employers List Salary Ranges for Jobs and Promotions
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation requiring employers list salary ranges for all advertised jobs and promotions. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, women made 83 cents for every dollar made by men in 2020; these disparities are … [Read more...]
Cassadaga Valley Central School Receives $203,000 for Pre-K Program
Cassadaga Valley Central School will receive over $203,000 to expand access to its pre-Kindergarten program. The funding is part of $11.7 million announced by Governor Kathy Hochul to expand access to full-day pre-K programs aross New York State. … [Read more...]
State Legislation Signed That Cracks Down on Unwanted Telemarketing Calls
New state legislation has been signed that cracks down on unwanted telemarketing calls. The legislation signed by Governor Kathy Hochul requires telemarketers to give customers the option to be added to the company's do-not-call list at the outset … [Read more...]
Siena College Poll: Governor Hochul Not Making Progress On Goals
Voters say Governor Kathy Hochul is not making progress on her goals, including public safety and cost of living in New York State. A Siena College Poll released Tuesday saw Hochul's favorability rating at 45% and her job approval rating at 49%, … [Read more...]
Four Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations Now Operational in Jamestown
New electric vehicle fast charging stations are operational in Jamestown as part of an effort to provide EVs more convenient charging opportunities near I-86 in the Southern Tier. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that a dozen new fast chargers have … [Read more...]
New State Human Rights Unit Established to Deal with Hate and Bias Prevention
A new State Human Rights Unit is being established to help deal with hate and bias prevention in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the statewide Hate and Bias Prevention Unit, which is charged with leading public … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Accommodations Expanded in New York State
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation expanding accommodations for breastfeeding in the workplace. Hochul said that currently, employers must give reasonable break times and make reasonable efforts to provide a space for employees to pump … [Read more...]
Hochul Signs Bill Protecting Nursing Home Residents From Infection
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to protect nursing home residents from infection and keep loved ones informed. The bill requires residential health care facilities to swiftly update residents as well as their family members and … [Read more...]
