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Tuesday January 22, 2008
Retail Council supports Governor Spitzer’s Internet Sales Tax Collection Proposal
The Retail Council of New York State today applauded Governor Spitzer’s Executive Budget proposal for New York State to collect state and local sales and use taxes from certain sales made over the Internet.
Housing First! Hails Executive Budget's $400 Million Housing Opportunity Fund
“Housing First!, which represents advocates statewide, strongly supports Governor Spitzer’s proposal for a new $400 million Housing Opportunity Fund,” the organization's coordinator David Muchnick said after release of the Execut...
Dental Health is Focus of Creative Contest for Kids in New York State
“Keeping Smiles Brighter” is the theme of a popular annual statewide contest for children to be sponsored by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) during National Children’s Dental Health Month in February.
Media Advisory for New York State Bar Association's 2008 Annual Meeting
TO: Editors, Assignment Editors, and Reporters
Gov. Spitzer’s Budget Calls For Brownfield Cleanup Reform & Power For Jobs Fix, DEC Staff Levels Hold Steady
In his 2008 Budget Address, New York State Governor Eliot Spitzer called for much-needed reforms to the state’s Brownfield Cleanup Program and a “green” fix for the Power for Jobs Program. The Governor’s budget proposal als...
Hodes & Landy Announcement
Hodes Associates, one of Albany’s well regarded government relations consulting firms, is pleased to announce that Ginger Lynch Landy is now a Partner in the firm. The firm will now be known as Hodes & Landy.
Preservation League Applauds Budget Support for Historic, Open Space Preservation
In a tight budget year, it is important that investments are made which will leverage greater returns for the people of New York State. That’s why the Preservation League of New York State was so pleased to be named to administer a $500,000 ...
New Yorkers for Real Recycling Reform Decry Budget
Governor Spitzer's budget proposal will raise fees on New York businesses and force consumers to pay more for their groceries and in exchange New Yorkers will get to pay $337 million for an outdated and ineffective program that will have virtually...
Two First-Prize Winners in Monday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $36,287.00 - 2 Winners
One First-Prize Winner in Sunday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $65,456.50 - 1 Winner
No Jackpot Prize Winner in $42,000,000 Mega Millions Drawing
1st prize: 5 out of 5 numbers + Mega Ball - $42,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
Two First-Prize Winners in Saturday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $42,751.50 - 2 Winners
Four First-Prize Winners in Friday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $24,816.50 - 4 Winners
No Jackpot Prize Winners in $5,000,000 Lotto Extra Drawing
No Second Prize Winners, Prize Monies to Roll Over to Next Drawing
No Jackpot Prize Winners in $5,000,000 Lotto Drawing
No Second Prize Winners, Prize Monies to Roll Over to Next Drawing
Lung Association Applauds Executive Budget
The American Lung Association of New York State (ALANYS) today praised Governor Spitzer’s proposed Executive Budget for including important initiatives that will help improve air quality, reduce the deadly effects of asthma, and increase the...
PEF President responds to proposed State Budget
Albany - “The New York State Public Employees Federation (PEF) is satisfied with most aspects of Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s budget proposal,” said PEF President Ken Brynien.
NYSNA Supports Budget Funds for Nursing Education
The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) today applauded the inclusion of $2 million in the Executive Budget to allow expansion of nursing education programs in the SUNY and CUNY systems.
The Governor’s Budget Keeps Promises to New York’s Children and the Doctors Who Care For Them
The Academy of Pediatrics, District II, NYS enthusiastically supports Governor Spitzer’s children’s health initiatives as presented in his 2008 State Budget. The Governor’s plan to provide health coverage for New York’s 400...
Weather Delays 107th Air Refueling Wing Press Event
Lake effect snow has delayed the 107th Air Refueling Wing's plan to say goodbye to the first of its KC-135R Stratotankers by a day to Wednesday, Jan. 22. The New York Air National Guard Wing had planned to see the first aircraft depart today, Jan....
Statement from Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin
Long Island’s cost of living is unreasonably high, which is adversely affecting our economy and our future. I will not rest until our local, state and federal governments wake up and address this crisis. Fuel prices have skyrocketed. The ...
New York Insurance Department Implementing Three-Point Plan on Bond Insurance
New York State Insurance Superintendent Eric Dinallo issued the following statement today about the bond insurance companies and current market conditions in response to many inquiries:
SUNY Cortland To Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 25
The life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., will be honored during a commemoration ceremony on Friday, Jan. 25, at SUNY Cortland. It will be followed by a brief reception, a music celebration and student art exhibition.