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Users of Netflix, Hulu, Spotify and other digital subscription streaming media services could see an additional 8% tax – 4% state sales tax and an additional 4% local sales tax – added onto their bill as a part of a proposal Assembly Democrats unveiled in their recent one-house budget. This new tax would be added to the cost to use a variety of digital streaming products, including TV services, audiobooks, podcasts, online gaming and music.
Griffo voices opposition to proposed taxes, surcharges for streaming and rideshare services
As budget negotiations continue, New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-Rome, is raising the alarm about several hidden taxes, fees and surcharges proposed. more
A car involved in a multi-car crash on the NYS Thruway is being towed to the tandem lot near the Utica exit of the thruway on Sunday, March 19.
Police say whiteout caused multi-car crash on Thruway
No serious injuries were reported. Crews worked throughout the afternoon to clear damaged vehicles. more
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Research organizations before applying to a job. Scammers often promote non-existent job opportunities, so verify a job posting by visiting a company’s official website or by calling the company directly. Confirm the contact methods, such as the email and phone number used, authorities advise.
Job seekers warned as nefarious employment scams on rise
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection has some advice for job seekers on how to avoid common employment scams. more

Law enforcers plan DWI crackdown for St. Patrick's Day weekend
State Police and local law enforcers will conduct special driving while intoxicated enforcement through Sunday to deter drunken driving during St. Patrick’s Day weekend. more
Cafeteria staff serve lunch to 7th graders during their lunch break at a public school, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, in the Brooklyn borough of New York.
Push for free school meals for all kids gains traction
As Kyle Belokopitsky sees it, no child should go hungry and no child should be stigmatized or subject to bullying because he or she qualifies for a benefit due to family income status. more
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Griffo introduces legislation for private ski areas
State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-53, Rome, has announced that he has introduced legislation that would provide a financial boost to certain recreational ski facilities in the state.  more
The New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) honored the Oneida County Department of Water Quality and Water Pollution Control with the Municipal Achievement Award at the awards ceremony during NYWEA’s 95th annual meeting. From left: Chief Operator Dale Lockwood; Karl Schrantz; Patricia Cerro-Reehill; and Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr.
County receives award from New York Water Environment Association
The New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) honored the Oneida County Department of Water Quality and Water Pollution Control with the Municipal Achievement Award. more
As a result of these numbers, FASNY is pushing state legislators to enact new legislation to make homes safer. FASNY said they would like to see home safety products, like smoke detectors, be exempt from sales tax. They also want to stop code enforcement funding from being swept into the state’s general fund, officials said.
Firefighters group seeks new safety measures as NY leads nation in fire deaths
New York State is leading the nation in house fire deaths, prompting the Firefighters Association of the State of New York to push for more protections through the state Legislature. more
Flames shoot up behind a wooded area off Dover Road in the town of Russia in this spring 2022 file photo. In an effort to prevent brush and grass fires, the state Department of Environmental Conservation will institute the state’s annual ban prohibiting residential brush burning, starting March 16.
Statewide burn ban goes into effect on Thursday
State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning will begin Thursday, March 16. more
Price gouging, online purchases, defective merchandise and poor customer service, were on the list of consumer complaints received by the New York State Attorney General’s Office last year. Consumers can file a complaint at the website www.ag.ny.gov or by calling 1-800-771-7755.
Price gouging, shoddy merchandise among top consumer complaints
Retail issues, landlord disputes and banking problems top the list of consumer complaints received by the New York State Attorney General’s Office last year. more
Dennis Perfetti, right, tells members of the Rome City School District Board of Education at their Monday regular meeting he is not happy with their decision not to renew Superintendent Peter Blake’s contract when it expires in April 2024.
Pair of elementary schools off state list of schools in need of improvement
Louis V. Denti Elementary School is being removed from the New York State Education Department’s list of schools in need of improvement. more
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Gov. Kathy Hochul is offering a 5% increase in the state reimbursement rate for Medicaid. But representatives of a slew of hospital and health care associations said medical establishments need a higher reimbursement rate to avoid financial calamities.
Health facilities make case for hike in Medicaid funding
Advocates for New York’s nursing homes and long-term care facilities have pleaded for a 20% increase in the state’s Medicaid reimbursement rate. more
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Katelyn Kriesel
Manlius town councilor suspends campaign for NY-22
Katelyn Kriesel, a Manlius town councilor, has suspended her campaign for New York’s 22nd Congressional District.  more
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Gravesites are shown at Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Romulus, Seneca County. The state has assumed ownership of the cemetery in the town of Romulus and renamed it New York State Veterans Cemetery-Finger Lakes
NY takes ownership of first state veterans cemetery
Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery has been given a new name now that it has been formally established as New York’s first state veterans cemetery. more
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A report has been filed by the Commission to Reimagine the Future of New York’s Courts’ Pandemic Practices Working Group (PPWG), state officials said. The PPWG was comprised of more than three dozen judges, attorneys, and various executives from across the state. They held public hearings in Albany, New York City and Buffalo, conducted 30 remote listening sessions, heard testimony from over 300 people and reviewed thousands of pages of documents in regards to how courts operated during and after the pandemic.
New York courts look to improve following pandemic-related changes
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic the New York State Unified Court System has released a report on how courts can learn and improve going forward. more
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A snowmobiler passes by a sign on Lakeview Ave. “ADK Snow” in Old Forge in this February 2022 file photo.
Hochul announces free snowmobiling weekend March 3-5
Beginning March 3-5 this year, and annually thereafter, the first consecutive Saturday and Sunday in March, will be free for all out-of-state and Canadian snowmobilers. more
A fisherman casts his line out on the Mohawk River in this Daily Sentinel file photo. Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the 2023 dates for free freshwater fishing days in New York, including this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18-19.
NY aims to lure additional anglers with free fishing days
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the 2023 dates for free freshwater fishing in New York. more
Anthony J. Picente Jr.
Picente resigns from NYPA board over concerns with NY energy policies
Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. has resigned from the New York Power Authority Board of Trustees due to his concerns about New York’s energy policies.   more
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Some of the Valentine’s Day cards that were decorated by area school children are displayed before being sent to veterans in this photo from Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon’s office.
Area students join Buttenschon to show love for veterans
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon has made Valentine’s Day a special time for veterans. Over the past few weeks, coloring cards were given to schools in the 119th Assembly District for students to color for a veteran. more
Roses are red, violets are blue; watch out for scammers on Valentine’s Day too
With Valentine's Day on the horizon, the New York State Division of Consumer Protection has some advice for avoiding romance scams and sextortion schemes. more
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