Local leaders reacted to the news of Governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation. Both U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand thanked the women who stepped forward to tell their stories of being sexually harassed, calling them … [Read more...]
Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces Resignation
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday under the weight of a sexual-harassment scandal that engulfed his administration and derailed his political future, capping a remarkable and rapid fall for a governor whose national … [Read more...]
New York State Not Providing Guidance for Reopening Schools
New York State will not provide guidance for reopening schools next month. State Health Department Health Commissioner Howard Zucker issued a statement Thursday saying, "With the end of the state disaster emergency on June 25, 2021, school … [Read more...]
Majority of State Assembly Members Support Impeachment Proceedings Against Cuomo
The Associated Press reports a majority of state Assembly members support beginning impeachment proceedings against Governor Andrew Cuomo if he doesn’t resign over investigative findings that he sexually harassed at least 11 women. At least 86 of … [Read more...]
Impeachment Could Be Next for Governor Cuomo
Impeachment could be next for Governor Andrew Cuomo following the release of a report that determined he sexually harassed multiple women. The report by a panel of independent investigators appointed by State Attorney General Letitia James came after … [Read more...]
Independent Investigation Report Finds Governor Cuomo Sexually Harassed Multiple Women
A panel of independent investigators appointed by State Attorney General Letitia James has determined that Governor Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women. The report was released after five months of investigations, including 11 hours of … [Read more...]
$19.5 Million Rehabilitation Project of Eastbound Lane of I-90 From PA Stateline to Westfield To Begin
Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced the start of a $19.5 million pavement rehabilitation project on the New York State Thruway in Chautauqua County. The work is taking place on a 13-mile stretch of the eastbound lane from the Pennsylvania state line … [Read more...]
Governor Cuomo Issues Executive Order Declaring Gun Violence Disaster Emergency
Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an executive order declaring gun violence a disaster emergency. The order is the first step in the Governor's comprehensive plan that aims to tackle the surge in gun violence throughout the state. The disaster … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County is receiving $234,000 in Homeland Security Grants
Chautauqua County is receiving $234,000 in Homeland Security Grants. Governor Andrew Cuomo says the grants will help with emergency preparedness and response capabilities. The funding supports vital training and equipment for first responders, … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Waiting for Guidance on Possible End of Utility Shut-Off Moratorium
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities is waiting for guidance for how to proceed with the possibility that the state's utility shut-off moratorium is ending. BPU General Manager Dave Leathers said with Governor Andrew Cuomo's ending of the state … [Read more...]
