Governor Kathy Hochul has kicked off a statewide listening tour focused on addressing smartphone use in schools. This listening tour will include roundtable discussions with key stakeholders over the coming months. The Governor has emphasized the … [Read more...]
Over $5.7 Million Coming To Chautauqua County for Bridge, Culvert Work
Over $5.7 million is coming to Chautauqua County for bridge and culvert work from New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of more than $484 million in enhanced assistance for 137 local governments across the State to rehabilitate … [Read more...]
Plastic Toiletry Bottles To Be Banned in NYS Hotels
Plastic toiletry bottles will be banned in New York State hotels starting in 2025. The State Department of Environmental Conservation said that starting January 1, 2025, any New York hotel with 50 rooms or more will no longer be allowed to provide … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Says Hospitalizations Due to COVID-19 Have Increased
Governor Kathy Hochul has provided New Yorkers an update on COVID-19 as new variants contribute to increases in hospitalizations in parts of New York State and around the country. Hochul said hospitalizations have increased compared to the same … [Read more...]
Three County Organizations That Serve Veterans Receiving Capital Grants from NYS
Three Chautauqua County organizations that serve veterans will receive nearly $950,000 in capital grants. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the more than $40 million in the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program and the Veterans’ … [Read more...]
Gun Violence Down 28% For First Part of 2024 in NYS
Gun violence is down 28% for the first part of 2024 in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the data that was reported by police departments participating in the state’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative. The 28% decline … [Read more...]
Two Bills Signed To Protect Kids Online in NYS
Two bills that aim to protect kids online have been signed into law in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul said, "New York is leading the nation to protect our kids from addictive social media feeds and shield their personal data from predatory … [Read more...]
NYS’ 250th Commemoration Commission Formed
New York State's 250th Commemoration Commission has been formed to recognize the anniversary of the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence in 2026. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the commission formation, saying, "New York State … [Read more...]
NYS Releasing $74 Million Needed To Build Brooks Hospital in Fredonia
New York State is releasing the $74 million in funds needed for the new Brooks Hospital to be built in Fredonia. Governor Kathy Hochul was in Fredonia to announce an agreement with Kaleida Health and Brooks-TLC Health Systems to build the new … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Receiving State Funding For Summer Youth Employment Program
Chautauqua County will receive $479,107 through the State's Summer Youth Employment Program. The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is distributing $55 million, an increase of $7.9 million over last year, to all 57 counties and New York … [Read more...]