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Friday May 23, 2008
Thruway Authority Announces Brief Ramp Closure at Interchange 42 (Geneva, Lyons, Route 14)
The New York State Thruway Authority announced that the entrance ramp at Interchange 42 (Geneva, Lyons, Route 14) westbound will be temporarily closed today, Friday, May 23, 2008 at approximately 7 p.m. to due to a tractor trailer accident that oc...
National Guard Commander Spends Memorial Day With Troops in Afghanistan
The commander of the New York National Guard will spend Memorial Day in Afghanistan with New York Army National Guard Soldiers, who are deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Photo Caption: Zeldin Accepts Suffolk County GOP Nomination
Suffolk County Republican Chairman Dr. Harry Withers (right) introduces Republican Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin (left) to thunderous applause at the annual Suffolk County Republican Committee’s nominating convention on Thursday, May 22...
NEWS ADVISORY
In accordance with Federal Law on Memorial Day the United States flag will be displayed at half-staff from sunrise until noon and at full-staff from noon until sunset. This applies to all buildings under the supervision and control of the Commissi...
Environmental Business Association of New York State Growing Biofuels in New York, Assuring the Role of Biofue
The Environmental Business Association of NYS (EBA/NYS) (www.eba-nys.org) announced this conference aimed at addressing the many issues and concerns surrounding the development of biofuels in New York State.
Thruway Authority Announces Bridge Rehabilitation on I-95 (New England Thruway) Necessitates Traffic Shift
The New York State Thruway Authority announced that rehabilitation work on the bridge over Amtrak/Erskine Place on I-95 (New England Thruway) will necessitate a change in the traffic shift currently in place, southbound, between Exit 10 (Gun Hill ...
Local Firm Completes Work at Lake Taghkanic State Park
As campers, hikers and swimmers venture back out into the wilderness after a long winter, those going to the Lake Taghkanic State Park will be experiencing something new. Saratoga Associates, a landscape architecture, planning, engineering and ar...
Red Cross Asks Blood Donors to “Give a Little of Their Selves” this Summer
OPPORTUNITY FOR COVERAGE
Red Cross Asks Blood Donors to “Give a Little of Their Selves” this Summer
OPPORTUNITY FOR COVERAGE
Red Cross Asks Blood Donors to “Give a Little of Their Selves” this Summer
OPPORTUNITY FOR COVERAGE
Red Cross Asks Blood Donors to “Give a Little of Their Selves” this Summer
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NEWS ADVISORY
The Empire State Plaza Art Commission will meet on Monday, June 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the 38th Floor Press Room at 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY. Access to the webcast will be available at the OGS website at www.ogs.state.ny.us.
Red Cross Asks Blood Donors to“Give a Little of Their Selves” this Summer
OPPORTUNITY FOR COVERAGE
State Parks Expect Bustling Memorial Day Weekend
New York State parks are off to a bustling season with advance campground reservations at record levels for the Memorial Day weekend. Campgrounds were already 84 percent booked heading into the weekend.
Thruway Authority to Continue Deck Replacement Work on Tappan Zee Bridge
The New York State Thruway Authority announced today that deck replacement work on the Tappan Zee Bridge will continue next week. This project is part of the Authority’s on-going commitment to continue to fulfill its responsibility to maint...
Riverbank State Park Celebrates 15th Anniversary
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner Carol Ash joined state and city leaders to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the opening of Riverbank State Park, which has become a recreational, cultural and ath...
Nurses Association Files Objection to Peninsula Hospital Election
The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) has filed an objection with National Labor Relations Board related to the May 14 union representation election at Peninsula Hospital in Queens.
Tappan Zee Bridge Repairs To Continue
The New York State Thruway Authority today announced that routine repairs on the Tappan Zee Bridge will continue on Tuesday, May 27, through Friday, May 30, during off-peak travel times. There will be no scheduled maintenance activity on Monday, ...
National Guard Troop Reconfiguration And Reassignments Commence
Pursuant to the state’s enacted budget and following a review of the security arrangements at the three nuclear reactors in Oswego County and the Ginna reactor in Wayne County, the Division of Military and Naval Affairs is moving forward wit...
DEC Proposes New Permit System to Regulate Commercial Float Plane Access to Lows Lake
A proposal for a new permit system that would allow commercial float planes to continue to land on Lows Lake in Hamilton and St. Lawrence counties was announced today by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).
Health Reform, Insurance Mandates, Role of Nonprofits Under Universal Coverage Highlighted in INQUIRY Journal
Opinion polls repeatedly show health care to be a major concern for Americans and proposals for expanding health insurance coverage are issues of debate in the U.S. presidential race. Two articles in the spring 2008 issue of INQUIRY add to this di...
Memorial Day Telephone Interviews with New York National Guard Troops in Afghanistan
WHAT: Memorial Day interview opportunities by telephone with deployed NY National Guard Soldiers serving in Afghanistan
DEC Offers Tips to Help Prevent Encounters with Black Bears
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis today reminded campers, hikers and homeowners to take precautions against negative encounters with black bears while enjoying the outdoors.
Thruway Authority, State Police Troop T Honor Fallen Troop T Members During Annual Memorial Day Service
The New York State Thruway Authority and State Police Troop T today held a Memorial Service to honor the Members of Troop T who have died in the line of duty. The service was held at 10 a.m. at Thruway Headquarters, located at 200 Southern Bouleva...
Thruway Authority Announces Limited Passenger Vehicle Parking at Indian Castle Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that a pavement resurfacing project at the Indian Castle Travel Plaza will result in limited parking for one month beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.
Labor Department Celebrates Legacy of Kate Mullany As Part of Labor History Month
At an event at the Kate Mullany National Historic Site in Troy, NY, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith was joined by members of the labor community and various elected officials to commemorate Labor History Month in New York State. Labor ...
There Is A Place...Where You Can Save Lives...And it's Just Around the Corner
In order to better serve its donors, the Pasadena American Red Cross Blood Donor Center now offers concurrent whole blood and platelet apheresis collections six days per week. The Red Cross invites you to enjoy food and festivities and help celebr...
Four First-Prize Winning Tickets Sold for Thursday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $24,355.50 - 4 Winners
Leaders From 30+ NYS Agencies & Organizations to Discuss Better Meeting the Needs of NYS Veterans
Commissioners and executive leadership representing more than 30 New York State agencies, local governments, armed forces, care providers and related organizations will gather on May 23, 2008, to explore and discuss ways to better provide a coordi...
Suffolk County GOP Nominates Lee Zeldin for First C.D.
At their annual party convention, the Suffolk County GOP officially nominated their candidate for the First Congressional District before an energized crowd at the MacArthur Radisson tonight.