New York Governor Somewhat Quietly Extends Her Pandemic Powers
In a quiet move, New York Governor Kathy Hochul initiated an executive order on Thursday, July 14 to extend New York's disaster emergency as it relates to COVID.
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Governor Hochul Announces Free Electric Car Charging
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that electric cars will be able to charge for free at all EVolve NY Direct Current Fast Chargers for during the holiday weekend.
New York State Lifeguards Get a Nice Pay Raise
In an effort to deal with a shortage of lifeguards in New York, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced lifeguards who work for the state will receive a pay raise.
Could We See a Big Dip in Gas Prices in Time for the 4th of July?
President Joe Biden says he is considering a holiday on the federal gasoline tax and this is what that means.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Calls Senate Gun Deal a ‘Good First Step’
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is praising word that an initial agreement has been reached by Senate Republicans and Democrats on gun safety.
New York’s Stricter Gun Control Bills Are Signed Into Law
With the stroke of a pen, New York’s already tough gun laws have become tougher.
Proclamation Sets New York’s Special Elections
Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation on Saturday, June 4 to set the special elections to fill vacancies in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Cuomo Misses Deadline to Get on Ballot for NY Governor Race
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has missed the deadline to file petitions to run for a return to the governor’s mansion.
Hochul Orders More State Police Patrols at New York Schools
New York State Police have been directed to increase patrols at schools in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Texas that left 21 people dead.
Get Outdoors And Get Together Events Planned In 21 New York State Parks
"By encouraging people from all backgrounds and abilities to participate in these fun, accessible outdoor activities together, New York State is creating a model of inclusivity for the rest of the nation to follow.”
New Law Prohibits NY Colleges from Withholding Transcripts
Colleges in New York State cannot hold students’ transcripts hostage as they wait to be paid.
Rep. Antonio Delgado Chosen to Be New York Lieutenant Governor
Congressman Antonio Delgado, whose district includes part of Broome County, has been chosen to be New York state's next lieutenant governor.
New York Lawmakers Approve Way to Remove Lt. Gov. From Ballot
The New York state Senate and Assembly have approved legislation to allow candidates to decline their spot on the ballot.
Gov. Hochul Says State Will Help Broome After Crippling Snowstorm
Governor Kathy Hochul says New York state government will provide assistance to communities in the Southern Tier in the aftermath of the spring snowstorm.