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Wednesday July 30, 2008
FDA OVERSIGHT OF TOBACCO PASSES U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
The American Lung Association of New York today applauded the courage and leadership of New York's Congressional Delegation for voting overwhelmingly in favor of the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (H.R. 1108). Today's historic ...
Innovative Remote Camera Company Expands its Marketplace, Opens Production Facility Despite Tough Times
DigitalXtractions Incorporated, a Rochester-based technology start-up derived from RIT's Venture Creations Incubator program, is a growing company that is breaking new ground with it's Self Contained Internet Remote Camera technology.
Audubon Baby to Receive College Savings Iowa BABY 529 Giveaway Award
State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald announced today that an Audubon baby has been chosen to receive a $1,000 College Savings Iowa account, courtesy of the College Savings Iowa Baby 529 Giveaway. Baby Reagan, born at St. Anthony Regional Hospital in...
Statement by CSEA President Danny Donohue
“Governor Paterson asking the state work force to ‘do more with less’ disregards the fact that they have been doing more with less for ten years and beyond. More than 14,000 jobs have been eliminated over the last decade and fur...
OGS Set To Auction Former Distribution Center in Central Islip
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner John C. Egan today announced that OGS will hold a public auction on September 24, 2008 of the former Downstate Distribution Center property in the Suffolk County town of Islip. Open hous...
PEF Backs State Workforce; Offers Solutions to Recession
The New York State Public Employees Federation (PEF), the state's largest white-collar union, today extends its recommendations to help address the state's fiscal crisis after Gov. David Paterson officially announced this morning the state is in a...
OGS to Hold Public Auction for Armory Building in Rochester
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner John C. Egan today announced that OGS will hold a public auction on October 1 for a property in the city of Rochester. Open Houses will be held on August 19 and September 16 from 9:30-11...
OGS To Hold Public Auction For Former Armory In Niagara Falls
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner John C. Egan today announced that OGS will hold a public auction on October 2, of the former armory in the City of Niagara Falls. Open Houses will be held on July 31, August 20, and Sept...
New York State Bar Association Renews Call for the Adoption of a Federal Shield Law
With legislation that would afford legal protections to journalists blocked today in the United States Senate, New York State Bar Association President Bernice K. Leber (Arent Fox, LLP) expressed disappointment at today's actions and called for th...
Will Anyone Hold L.I. Bishop Accountable for D.C. Bishop and friends?
The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today voiced more concern over his opponent's latest half -hearted effort to make an impact on the rise of 21st Century energy challenges.
What NOW? National NOW Leaders to Discuss Women in National Politics
Olga Vives, Executive Vice President of the National Organization for Women (NOW) and Marcia Pappas, President of NOW- New York State, will be the featured speakers at a forum on sexism in politics, as played out during the recent sharply divided ...
NYS Medical Society Pledges to Work with Gov. Paterson
In response to Governor David Paterson televised address, Michael H. Rosenberg, MD, President of the Medical Society of the State of New York, described Governor Paterson's statement as "courageous."
Environmental Watchdog Calls On NYS Gov & Legislature to Protect Public Safety, DEC Staff
In response to Governor David Paterson's announcement today that state agencies must reduce budgets by seven percent due to the state budget crisis, Environmental Advocates of New York is calling on the Governor and the State Legislature to mainta...
OGS To Hold Public Auction For Property In Dutchess County
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner John C. Egan today announced that OGS will hold a sealed bid public auction on August 13 for a property in the town of Milan, Dutchess County. An Open House will be held on August 8, wi...
OGS to Celebrate African American Culture at the Empire State Plaza
Office of General Services Commissioner John C. Egan announced that the 2008 African American Family Day will take place on Saturday, August 2 from noon -7 p.m. at the Empire State Plaza. This annual event serves as a celebration of African Americ...
No Jackpot Prize Winner in $16,000,000 Mega Millions Drawing
1st prize: 5 out of 5 numbers + Mega Ball - $16,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
One First-Prize Winning Ticket Sold for Tuesday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $89,994.50 - 1 Winner
Corrected: “Make A Difference” Fair in Carroll Park
Children for Children (CFC), a not-for-profit organization, in partnership with People to People's Student Ambassador Programs, will mobilize hundreds of volunteers to carry out more than 25 service projects, all in one park, all in one afternoon ...
Air National Guard Wing Conducts Tornado Response Exercise
The New York Air National Guard's 109thAirlift Wing and Stratton Air National Guard Base will conduct a tornado response drill on July 31. Members of the media are invited to cover the event.
Thruway Authority Announces Lanes Reopened Southbound on Tappan Zee Bridge
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that the two right southbound lanes on the Tappan Zee Bridge have been reopened.
“Make A Difference” Fair in Carroll Park
Children for Children (CFC), a not-for-profit organization, in partnership with People to People's Student Ambassador Programs, will mobilize hundreds of volunteers to carry out more than 25 service projects, all in one park, all in one afternoon ...
Thruway Authority Announces Lane Closure Southbound on Tappan Zee Bridge
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that the two right southbound lanes on the Tappan Zee Bridge have been temporarily closed due to a punch through.
Plumbers Recruit Apprentices
The Joint Apprenticeship Committee for Plumbers, Local 200, will conduct recruitment from August 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009 for 18 apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Elevator Constructors Recruit Apprentices
The International Union of Elevator Constructors Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, Local 27, will conduct recruitment on August 12, 2008 through July 14, 2009 for 5 elevator/escalator constructor and modernizer apprentices, State Labor ...
Area Businesses Supporting Farmers Market in Menands
The Capital District Farmers Market in Menands is celebrating their 75th anniversary this year, and for the first time they are getting financial support from businesses outside the market. Their Saturday retail market, where the general public i...