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Forest Ranger in Pixley Falls rescue receives award
A local state forest ranger was honored with a prestigious award for his rescue efforts when two children went under the water at Pixley Falls State Park in Boonville. more
988 Call Center Director Jamieson Brill poses for a photo in front of a desk where work workers take calls around the clock at a facility in Hyattsville, Md., Oct. 7, 2022. Brill works in one of more than 200 call centers fanned out around the country tasked with answering an uptick in calls around the clock from people considering suicide or experiencing a mental health emergency.
Cries for help pour into 988 mental health, suicide prevention helpline
With bipartisan congressional support and just under $1 billion in federal funds, the 988 mental health helpline has quickly expanded its reach in the six months since it launched. more
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Here is an artist’s rendering of what the renovated and expanded Science and Technology Building could look like at Mohawk Valley Community College’s Utica Campus. The project was announced by U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer during a press conference at MVCC on Thursday.
Schumer secures funds for semiconductor training facility at MVCC
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer has secured $2 million in federal funding to create a semiconductor and advanced manufacturing training facility. more
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The setting sun illuminates the Supreme Court building on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. The Supreme Court is allowing New York to continue to enforce a sweeping new gun law banning guns from “sensitive places” for now while a court challenge plays out. The justices on Jan. 11 turned away a plea by the law’s challengers. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Supreme Court lets New York enforce gun law during lawsuit
New York can for now continue to enforce a sweeping new law that bans guns from “sensitive places” including schools, playgrounds and Times Square, the Supreme Court said. more
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers her State of the State address in the Assembly Chamber at the state Capitol, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, in Albany, N.Y.
Local officials seek details in Hochul’s State of the State plans
Following Gov. Kathy Hochul’s State of the State 2023 address, local representatives are calling for more specificity in how she plans to address the issues she identified.   more
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Griffo, state Senate Republicans unveil ‘Rescue New York’ legislative agenda
State Sen. Joseph A. Griffo, R-Rome, and the sate Senate Republican Conference on Monday announced its “Rescue New York” 2023 legislative agenda. more
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encourages families to enjoy the outdoors with activities such as searching for animal tracks in the snow — such as the eastern cottontail rabbit.
Make tracks, and look for them in the snow, DEC advises
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is advising families looking for outdoor activities that winter is a great time to search for animal tracks. more
Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers her State of the State address in the Assembly Chamber at the state Capitol, on Tuesday, Jan. 10, in Albany. As part of her speech, Hochul unveiled a plethora of proposals, ranging from enhancing the state’s economic to boosting state aid for local school districts.
Hochul unveils $1B mental health plan as part of State of State proposals
Gov. Hochul announced plans Tuesday to add 1,000 beds for inpatient psychiatric treatment and create 3,500 housing units to address gaps in the state’s mental health care system. more
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DEC launches survey on kiosks
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking feedback from residents — along with the opportunity to win a gift card to a sporting goods store. more
The New York state Capitol is seen prior to Gov. Kathy Hochul delivering her State of the State address in the Assembly Chamber at the state Capitol, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, in Albany, N.Y.
NY governor plans $1B investment in mental health care
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced plans Tuesday to add 1,000 beds for inpatient psychiatric treatment and create 3,500 housing units to address gaps in the state's mental health care system. more
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The New York state Capital is seen on the opening day of the 2023 legislative session Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023, in Albany, N.Y.
Statehouse measure would cushion offenders from court-mandated fees, proponents say
Progressive Democrats in the state Legislature have opened a push to relieve individuals convicted of crimes from being compelled to pay fees and surcharges. more
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More than 32,000 tickets issued in statewide crackdown
Upwards of 30,000 vehicle and traffic tickets were issued by the New York State Police during the drunken and impaired driving crackdown this holiday season, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. more
NY assemblyman Brian Millerand NY State senator Joe Griffo with children from Camden Elementary School are Friday, January 6, 2023 at Fort Stanwix National Monument.
SHAPSHOT: State lawmakers sworn in at Fort Stanwix
Two state lawmakers were sworn in Friday at Fort Stanwix National Monument. more
Some farms accept Christmas trees for their goats to munch on the vitamin C rich needles. Be sure to confirm that the farm near you is currently accepting Christmas trees before considering this option.
DEC reminds residents to recycle Christmas trees
If your city, town, village or private trash hauler doesn’t recycle old Christmas trees, the state Department of Environmental Conservation says homeowners can give a gift to nature. more
Counties: State should pay higher rates for lawyers for indigents
In outlining its priorities for the coming legislative session, the New York State Association of Counties is calling for the state to pick up the tab for any increase in the hourly rates paid. more
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Firefighters urge residents who use space heaters to utilize proper precautions to reduce the risk of fires.
Take proper precaution when using space heaters, firefighters urge
Winter has been pretty mild so far this season, but the cold days are coming and the Firefighters Association of the State of New York has some essential safety tips for heating your home. more
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A hiring sign is displayed at a restaurant in Rolling Meadows, Ill., Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022. On Wednesday, the Labor Department reports on job openings and labor turnover for November.
US job openings stayed high in sign of economic resilience
U.S. job openings slipped in November but remained high, suggesting businesses are still determined to add workers. more
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Cannabis is all about location, location, location
The first legal retail licenses for the state’s booming cannabis industry are being distributed this month to nonprofits and “justice involved” persons. more
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Individuals with Beta Technologies charge up their plane recently so it could be flown again to Saranac Lake, as part of test flights for the aircraft.
Electric aircraft makes brief stop in Jamestown
The future of aviation has touched down in Chautauqua County. more
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Flowers and a sign showing support for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin sits outside Highmark Stadium on Wednesday in Orchard Park.
Collapse of Bills’ Hamlin deepens Buffalo’s anguish, resolve
Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown asked for a moment of silence on New Year’s Eve to remember those lost to tragedy in 2022. more
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