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Thursday July 31, 2008
New York Banking Department and RealtyTrac® Comment on Second Quarter 2008 New York Foreclosure Filings
The New York State Banking Department and RealtyTrac® commented on the report published by RealtyTrac last week, reflecting the results of their nationwide quarterly review for the period ending June 30, 2008. The report notes that foreclosur...
Grannis Statement on U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Panel’s Decision
"The ruling is good news. As a result of the hard work and persuasive arguments presented by the state, the NRC has recognized that a significant number of issues deserve a full hearing," said New York State Department of Environmental Conservatio...
SUNY Plattsburgh Presents Calendar of Events
The State University of New York College at Plattsburgh is pleased to announce a calendar of events for August through early September. This calendar contains a sampling of events at the college.
Media Advisory
New York forest rangers, Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) personnel and other trained wildland firefighting volunteers are joining the effort to combat ongoing wildfires in northern California. They are departing Friday.
Landis Arboretum Participates in Cell Phone Driving Tour Test
Tourism promotion will take a step into the 21st century with the introduction of a driving tour of Schoharie County that can be accessed via cell phones. This is a one-month trial to test the technology and feasibility of developing a variety of...
NYRIC Calls For Increased Infrastructure Investment
Albany, NY - On the eve of the one-year anniversary of the collapse of the I-35 W Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the New York Roadway Improvement Coalition (NYRIC) urges state and federal lawmakers to increase the funding necessary to repair Ne...
Thruway Authority Announces Diesel Fuel Services Restored at Seneca Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority announced that diesel fuel services at Seneca Travel Plaza, located westbound between Interchanges 44 (Canandaigua) and 45 (Rochester I-490), at milepost 350, have been restored.
New York State Expanding Capacity to Treat Problem Gambling Statewide
New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) Commissioner Karen M. Carpenter-Palumbo awarded eight licensed chemical dependency providers capacity to expand access to care for the treatment of problem gambling statewide.
Ben Caplan Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Ben Caplan as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Robert Barnes Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Robert Barnes as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
DEC Enforcement Against Pepsi to Result in Recycling Education
Pepsi Bottling Group Inc. has agreed to a settlement to resolve environmental violations stemming from the improper labeling of bottles that prevented some consumers from redeeming containers, the New York State Department of Environmental Conserv...
New York State Agencies, Vet Centers Team Up to Provide Mental Health Screening to National Guard Soldiers
The New York State Division of Veterans Affairs and New York State Office of Mental Health are teaming up with the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs to provide mental health screening to Citizen Soldiers returning from war zones.
Media Opportunity -- Education Reporters
With two months off during July and August, school superintendents must being having a quiet summer, right? Nothing could be further from the truth!
Diesel Fuel Services Temporarily Unavailable at Seneca Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority today announced that diesel fuel services at Seneca Travel Plaza, located westbound between Interchanges 44 (Canandaigua) and 45 (Rochester I-490), at milepost 350, are temporarily unavailable to motorists at t...
State Accepting Grant Applications for Quadricentennial
The state is now accepting applications through Sept. 3, 2008, for Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial (HFCQ) grant projects. The Quadricentennial will spotlight the Hudson Valley, Lake Champlain and New York City's history and culture.
The Albany Academies Names New Faculty/Staff
(Albany) - The Albany Academies is pleased to announce the addition of four new faculty members to its Upper School along with a new school receptionist.
Anne Morgan Named Iowan Of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Anne Morgan as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Denny & Candy Elwell Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Denny & Candy Elwell as Iowans of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
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 New York City Metro and Long Isla...
OGS Announces Upcoming Construction Opportunities
New York State Office of General Services Commissioner John C. Egan today announced the bidding for 14 construction contracts representing more than $7 MILLION in construction, providing work in 10 counties of New York.
OGS to Award over $2.2 Million in New Construction Contracts
New York State Office of General Services Commissioner John C. Egan today announced the awarding of bids for ten contracts representing more than $2.2 MILLION in new construction, providing work in five counties of New York.
Dr. James Kimball Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Dr. James Kimball as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Margo Fox Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Margo Fox as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Jackpot Prize Winner in $19,000,000 Lotto Drawing
1st prize: 6 out of 6 numbers - $19,000,000- 1 Winner(s)
Jan Worthan Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Jan Worthan as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Joe Harper Named Iowan Of The Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Joe Harper as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Davin Dickerson Named Iowan Of The Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Davin Dickerson as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Roger White Named Iowan of the Day
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are honored to name Roger White as an Iowan of the Day for the 2008 Iowa State Fair.
Jackpot Prize Winner in $19,000,000 Lotto Extra Drawing
SCHENECTADY, NY (07/31/2008; 0845)(readMedia)-- 1st prize - Match 6 out of 6 numbers - $19,000,000.00 - 1 Winner
Two First-Prize Winning Tickets Sold for Wednesday's Take Five Drawing
1st prize - Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $40,438.50- 2 Winners
Plattsburgh State College Council to Meet Aug. 7
Following a day-and-a-half-long retreat for council members, the College Council at SUNY Plattsburgh will hold its next regular meeting on Thursday, Aug. 7. The meeting will take place at 11:45 a.m. in the Videoconferencing Room 416, Sibley Hall, ...
San Diego Professional Coaches Alliance Presents Henry DeVries
Identifying pain and offering relief to your clients is the strategy Henry DeVries will discuss at the next San Diego Professional Coaching Alliance (SDPCA) meeting. Psychologists and sociologists have repeatedly found that consumers are more moti...