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Wednesday July 02, 2008
Public Invited to Information Session on Potential Marcellus Shale Drilling
With a potential surge of natural gas drilling on the horizon, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will host a public forum to provide landowners and other interested parties information about state drilling laws and ...
New York Sire Stakes Action Saturday At Goshen Historic Track
Eight divisions of New York Sires Stakes for 3-year-old colt and filly pacers highlight the Saturday racing program at Historic Track in Goshen, N.Y.
Childcare Subsidy Rollover is Statewide Epidemic $51 million lost
Thousands of VOICE/CSEA childcare providers are outraged to learn that, for the last three years, counties failed to distribute money to children and families in need.
Thruway Authority Announces Limited Truck Parking at Junius Ponds Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that a pavement resurfacing project in the east truck parking area at Junius Ponds Travel Plaza, located westbound, between Interchanges 41 (Waterloo) and 42 (Geneva), at milepost 324, will result in ...
"Cycling the Erie Canal” Bike Tour Gears Up For July 6 Start
The New York State Canal Corporation and Parks & Trails NY today announced the beginning of the Tenth Annual Cycling the Erie Canal, a 400-mile bicycling tour from Buffalo to Albany scheduled for July 6-13, 2008.
Our Apologies
You have recently received a press release from the American Red Cross Blood Services, Southern California Region, regarding our Save-a-Life-Sunday blood drives being held throughout Southern California this coming Sunday, July 6. Please be advise...
Peter G. Humphrey, President and CEO of Five Star Bank, Joins Board at New York State Banking Department
The New York State Banking Department today announced the appointment of Peter G. Humphrey to the New York State Banking Board. Humphrey, who is succeeding Thomas E. Hales, was appointed by Governor David A. Paterson and confirmed by the State Sen...
Christian, Jewish, Islamic and Other Faiths Remind Us-We Can Share the Miracle of Life
Christian, Jewish, Islamic and other faith-based organizations throughout Southern California join together to celebrate the July 4th holiday and remind their congregations to share the miracle of life and donate blood at special American Red Cros...
Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin
Republican U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin talks to members of the media outside a local Exxon-Mobil station in Mastic were Zeldin briefly addressed his opponent's "powerless energy policy" when it comes to relieving high gas prices for mi...
Landis Arboretum Elder Council Brings Voices of Experience
The Landis Arboretum Board of Directors unanimously supported the creation of an Elder Council at its June meeting. In addition to supporting Board established goals, the Council is expected to serve as an ad hoc sounding board to the Arboretum's ...
DEC Adds Public Hearings on Proposed Rule to Eliminate Opening Burning Statewide
In an effort to expand opportunities for public input, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has scheduled additional hearings on the proposed changes to extend the ban on open burning statewide. The proposed rule would ban most...
Two First-Prize Winning Tickets Sold for Tuesday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $48,317.50 - 2 Winners
No Jackpot Prize Winner in $43,000,000 Mega Millions Drawing
1st prize: 5 out of 5 numbers + Mega Ball - $43,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
Obama's Sweetheart Mortgage Deal Shocking
The revelations that Barack Obama received a discounted price and sweetheart mortgage deal on his $1.65 million mansion, while average American families were forced to pay more, are shocking and disappointing. Unfortunately, they are no longer sur...
SUNY Cortland Senior Receives Scholarship From Archaeological Association
Angela Wilde-Johnson, a student at SUNY Cortland will receive the 2008 Daniel H. Weiskotten Supplementary Scholarship Award given by the William M. Beauchamp Chapter of the New York State Archaeological Association.
Guard Sponsors Indy Racing League Cars
New York Army National Guard Soldiers from across the state will be participate in the Indy Racing League on Thursday July 3-20. They will be primary sponsor of select Indy Racing League cars.
Cassadaga Contractor Builds His Retirement Fund with $3,000,000 Lottery Scratch Off Prize Winner
Schenectady, NY - Sixty-five-year-old retired contractor Gail McChesney of Cassadaga has built garages all his life. However, building up a bigger bank account was not what he expected when he scratched the $3,000,000 top prize on the New York Lot...
The New York Office of Fire Prevention and Control Releases Public Safety Announcement
Fireworks and the Fourth of July are two things that seem to go hand in hand. This Fourth of July, the New York Department of State's Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC) is releasing a Pubic Service Announcement reminding all New Yorkers ...
State Bar Association Seeks Nominations For 2008 Denison Ray Awards
The New York State Bar Association is seeking nominations for the 2008 Denison Ray Awards. The award, named in memory of Denison Ray, a career legal activist who led legal services programs in New York and other states, is intended to recognize th...
R. Bruce Mattingly Named Interim Dean of SUNY Cortland School of Arts and Sciences
R. Bruce Mattingly, a member of the SUNY Cortland faculty since 1999 and chair of the Mathematics Department, became the interim dean of the College's School of Arts and Sciences on July 1.
Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for New York State
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Richard F. Daines, M.D., have issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the Long Island region of New York St...
Resources Unlimited Offering New Inscape Publishing Management Training Program
Managing effectively means moving from a "one size fits all" management approach to providing direction, motivation, and development that aligns with each employee.
Thruway Travelers Reminded to Drive Safely During Upcoming Fourth of July Holiday
The New York State Thruway Authority reminds motorists preparing to travel during the upcoming Independence Day holiday to obey the rules of the road and follow safety tips.
Are You Properly Insured for Summer Fun?
Fireworks and celebrations go hand-in-hand, especially during the Fourth of July. But fireworks can be dangerous and may jeopardize your insurance coverage if someone is injured or if property is damaged as a result of your actions.
Media Advisory for July 2, 2008
The New York Lottery's newest drawing personality Gretchen Dizer, a Tonawanda native, will make her first public appearance in Western, New York presenting a $3,000,000 prize check to a retired self-employed contactor from Cassadaga. The event wil...