State Attorney General Letitia James announced she is suspending her run for Governor and will, instead, run for re-election for attorney general. James posted on Twitter that there are "many investigations and cases underway" and that she … [Read more...]
UPMC Chautauqua, Brooks Memorial Restricting Elective Surgeries Due to COVID-19 Capacity Issues
UPMC Chautauqua in Jamestown and Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk are among over 30 hospitals in New York State required to restrict elective surgeries and procedures starting this Friday. The increase in COVID-19 cases is causing the strain on … [Read more...]
Poll: Kathy Hochul’s Lead Grows in Governor’s Race
Governor Kathy Hochul's lead continues to grow in the race for Governor. The Siena College Research Institute released a new poll on Tuesday, December 7 that shows New York Democrats favoring Kathy Hochul at 36%, State Attorney General Letitia … [Read more...]
$539 Homeowner Assistance Fund to Help Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure in NYS
A new $539 million Homeowner Assistance Fund in New York State is aimed at helping homeowners avoid foreclosure. The program is the first in the nation to receive the U.S. Department of the Treasury's approval. It will help eligible homeowners … [Read more...]
‘Ski for Free’ Incentive Announced to Bolster COVID-19 Vaccinations, Boosters
Kids ages 5 to 11 as well as anyone eligible for a booster can win a chance to "Ski for Free" under a COVID-19 vaccine incentive sweepstakes in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the six-week sweepstakes which is intended to bolster … [Read more...]
Five Case of COVID-19 Omicron Variant in New York State
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that five cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant have been found in New York State. She said the cases appear unrelated and been confirmed through sequencing to be the variant. All cases were in people in … [Read more...]
Christmas Lights, Decorative Light Must Have Warning Label for Lead in NYS
Christmas lights and holiday decorations will now carry a warning label in New York State for lead. Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring that seasonal and decorative lighting products manufactured, sold, or distributed in the state … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Order to Help Boost Hospital Capacity, County Health Dept Announces New Contact Tracing, Quarantine Rules
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced urgent action to boost hospital capacity and address staffing shortages ahead of potential spikes in COVID-19 cases this upcoming winter. Hochul signed an Executive Order allowing the State Department of Health … [Read more...]
‘Nourish New York’ Program Signed Into Law
State Senator George Borrello joined Governor Kathy Hochul as she signed the "Nourish New York" program into law this weekend. The Nourish New York initiative reroutes New York's surplus agricultural products to the populations who need them most … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Expanding Protections for LGBTQ+ Community, Victims of Sex Trafficking
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that expands protections for the LGBTQ+ community and those who have been victims of sex trafficking. One bill gives utility customers the right to be addressed and acknowledged by their preferred name … [Read more...]
