State Senator George Borrello has sponsored legislation to fix a problem regarding the distribution of Nourish NY funds to regional food banks. Borrello helped spearhead the effort to make Nourish NY a permanent state program in 2021. The … [Read more...]
Community Members Gathered for Pride Flag Raising in Jamestown
Community members gathered Friday on Tracy Plaza for the raising of the Pride Progressive Flag for the start of Pride month in the city of Jamestown. Jamestown Pride representative Tim Starr spoke, saying when he grew up in the area there was zero … [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...]
County Legislature Supports State’s Amendment to How Bed Tax Monies Can Be Spent
The Chautauqua County Legislature has passed a resolution supporting state bills that alter how the county can spend the bed tax monies it collects. With the County's 5% occupancy tax up for renewal by New York State, Assemblyman Andy Goodell and … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Declares State of Emergency Barring Housing of Additional Immigrants in County
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has declared a State of Emergency that bars housing additional immigrants in the county. Wendel said the order is in response to New York City's announced intentions to send migrants and asylum seekers to … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – George Borrello – May 11, 2023
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with State Senator George Borrello about his reaction to the 2024 State Budget. … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Introduces Legislation Prohibiting Fossil Fuels in Manufacturing of Renewable Energy Equipment
State Senator George Borrello has introduced legislation that would prohibit the use of fossil fuels in the manufacturing of renewable energy equipment. Borrello said emission-producing energy sources are often used to manufacture green energy … [Read more...]
State Legislature Passes New York State Budget a Month and Day Late
After a month and a day late, New York State finally has a 2024 budget. The State Legislature finished passing budget bills late Tuesday night for the $229 billion spending plan. Governor Kathy Hochul was successful in getting changes to bail … [Read more...]
State Legislators Adjourn Until April 10 to Continue Budget Deliberations
The New York State Budget won't be finalized until at least April 10 after Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature agreed to an extension. Hochul said in a statement, "New Yorkers are concerned about public safety, the rising cost of … [Read more...]
Convicted Murderer of Salamanca Woman Released in Dutchess County
The convicted murderer of a Salamanca woman has been released from prison, but has not been released in Western New York. The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision said Edward Kindt, who was convicted for raping and … [Read more...]
