The State Cannabis Control Board has approved settlement agreements in two lawsuits that could soon allow hundreds of cannabis businesses that have been blocked from opening amid litigation to finally begin operations. At an emergency meeting of … [Read more...]
Cornell Coop Ext, St. Luke’s Receive Funding Through New York Food For New York Families Program
Two local organizations are recipients of funding through the New York Food for New York Families program. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that over $40 million has been awarded to 102 food service organizations across the state. Included in that … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Loses Appeal In Lawsuit Against Gov. Hochul, NYS Dept. of Health
State Senator George Borrello has lost an appeal in his lawsuit against Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Health. The Appellate Division of the Fourth Judicial Department has issued a decision reversing a July 11, 2022 … [Read more...]
Reg Lenna Receives $25,000 Grant From NYS Council On The Arts
The Reg Lenna Center for the Arts is receiving $25,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts. The funding will go toward general operations and is part of over $46 million in grant awards given to 1,000 nonprofit organizations and 500 … [Read more...]
Violent Crime Down 6% In NYS For First Half of 2023
Violent crime has decreased 6% in New York State outside of New York City during the first six months of 2023 as compared with the first half of 2022. Governor Kathy Hochul released the first comprehensive overview of crime trends across New York … [Read more...]
NYS Launches New Hotline, Online Form To Report Hate, Bias Incidents
A new telephone hotline and online form has been launched for New Yorkers to report hate and bias incidents. Governor Kathy Hochul, in conjunction with the New York State Division of Human Rights' Hate and Bias Prevention Unit, announced the new … [Read more...]
Workers’ Compensation Assessment Rates To Drop, Save Employers $50 Million in NYS
New York employers are expected to save more than $50 million dollars in 2024 due to a reduction in the annual workers’ compensation assessment rate. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the rate goes into effect on January 1, 2024. Employers pay an … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Calling On NYS To Negotiate New Gaming Compact With Seneca Nation Before December Deadline
Senator George Borrello is renewing his call for New York State to negotiate a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation before the current agreement expires on December 9. Borrello said he sent a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul on September 20, … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Legislation Making Changes to Alcohol Laws
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that works to modernize New York’s alcohol laws. Hochul says this is in an effort to expand options for consumers, as well as support New York’s small businesses that serve alcoholic beverages. Part … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Plans To Increase Supports For People With Mental Illnesses
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the state plans to increase efforts in supporting treatments for people with mental illnesses. Funding for this effort comes from $1 billion dollars approved in the 2024 State Budget for mental health … [Read more...]
