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Thursday June 21, 2007
Traffic Advisory: Thruway Authority Announces Speed Reduction On Tappan Zee
The New York State Thruway Authority Announces that the speed limit on the Tappan Zee Bridge has been lowered to 45 MPH due to heavy rains.
NYS Senate Confirms Karen Philips to State of New York Mortgage Agency Board
Karen A. Philips was confirmed today by the New York State Senate to become a member of the board of directors of the State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA).
Legislature Passes Bill To Make SONYMA Mortgages More Attractive
Priscilla Almodovar, President and Chief Executive Officer of the State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA), today commended the State Legislature for passing a bill that will greatly enhance the attractiveness of SONYMA mortgages and boost the a...
Delays Between Interchanges 9 & 13, And Near Woodbury Toll Barrier
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that delays exist northbound between Interchange 9 (Tarrytown) and Interchange 13 (Palisades Interstate Parkway), and southbound at the Woodbury Toll Barrier due to heavy volume.
Siting Board Amends AES Certificate
The Siting Board today voted to amend AES NY, L.L.C.’s, (AES) Article VIII Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need (Certificate) for the Somerset Generating Station, authorizing a modified single liner system in Solid Wast...
Delays Between Interchanges 58 (Silver Creek) and 59 (Dunkirk)
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that delays exist westbound between mile posts 433.5 to 455.5, due to a construction paving project between Interchange 58 (Silver Creek) and Interchange 59 (Dunkirk).
Harvest Chart Helps Guide Consumers to NY’s Fresh Produce
The Pride of New York Program has updated its Harvest Calendar to include more commodities than ever before. The latest edition of the Harvest Calendar, titled ‘Pride from A(pples) to Z(ucchini)’ is a compilation of over 50 fruits and...
Permanent Siting Board Transfers Article X Certificate
The Permanent Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment (Permanent Siting Board) today decided to approve the transfer of the Article X Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need (Certificate) from Besicorp-Empire Dev...
Diesel Fuel Services Restored At Clarence Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the diesel fuel services at the Clarence Travel Plaza, located westbound just prior to Interchange 49 (Depew, Lockport, Route 78), have been restored.
OGS Announces Upcoming Construction Opportunities
New York State Office of General Services Commissioner John C. Egan today announced the bidding for 16 construction contracts representing more than $14 MILLION in construction, providing work in seven counties of New York.
News Conference at SiCKO Opening
Physicians, healthcare advocates, nurses, and patients will hold a press conference on Friday, June 22, at 12:30 pm to welcome the early opening of Michael Moore’s new film SiCKO at the Lincoln Square Theater, 68th Street and Broadway, in Ma...
OGS to Award Over $1.6 Million in New Construction Contracts
New York State Office of General Services Commissioner John C. Egan today announced the awarding of bids for six contracts representing more than $1.6 MILLION in new construction, providing work in three counties of New York.
Carpenters Recruit Apprentices
The Empire State Carpenters Apprenticeship Committee, Local 281 (Ithaca), will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 4 for six apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Plumbers Recruit Apprentices
The Plumbing and Heating Joint Apprenticeship and Training Council of Rochester, Local 13, will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 4 for 20 plumber and steamfitter apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Boilermakers Recruit Apprenctices
The Boilermakers Northeastern Joint Apprenticeship Committee, Local 197, will conduct recruitment for five boilermaker (construction) apprentices from July 3 through December 4, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Painters and Allied Trades Recruit Apprentices
The Painters and Allied Trades Joint Apprenticeship and Training Fund, District Council 9, will conduct recruitment on June 29 for 20 painter apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Supt. Eric Dinallo Written Testimony Before Congress on TRIA
Statement of Eric R. Dinallo Superintendent New York State Insurance Department Before a hearing of the House Financial Services Committee subcommittee on Capital Markets, Insurance, and Government Sponsored Enterprises regarding examining a legi...
Planned Parenthood Celebrates Free HIV Testing Day
Wednesday, June 27 is National HIV Free Testing Day. Once again, Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood will participate in this national event by offering free HIV counseling and testing at three health centers around the Capital Region. This year, all ...
Columbia County Celebrates HIV Free Testing Day
KNOW YOUR STATUS. GET TESTED! Wednesday, June 27 is National HIV Free Testing Day. For the third year, a coalition of government and non-profit organizations, led by Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood, will provide information tables and free HIV cou...
New York State Legislature Agrees to Stop Unjust Prison Phone Contract
The New York State Senate and Assembly reached agreement at the end of this year’s legislative session on legislation that would treat prison telephone service as a right, not as a revenue generator.
Workers’ Compensation Fraud Investigation Nets 32 Westchester Business Owners
New York State Workers’ Compensation Board Chair Donna Ferrara and Fraud Inspector General John H. Burgher today announced the arrests of 32 Westchester County business owners on charges of workers’ compensation fraud.
Thruway Authority Announces Night Work On Tappan Zee Bridge
The New York State Thruway Authority announced today that pothole repair work on the Tappan Zee Bridge will necessitate the closure of the right and center lanes southbound at milepost 14.67 on Thursday, June 21, 2007.
New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Supports Rifle Hunting Bills
The New York State Rifle & Pistol Association would like to thank Assemblyman Jim Bacalles and Senator George Winner for sponsoring companion bills A-6064A and S-3219A allowing the use of rifles for hunting deer and bear in Chemung, Steuben an...
GBC Announces Safety Awards
Several New York State general contractors have been presented Certificates of Commendation for Safety Excellence by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). The names of the recipients were announced by the General Building Contracto...
Thruway Authority Announces Lane Reopened Near Interchange 54
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the left westbound lane just east of Interchange 54 (West Seneca, East Aurora) has been reopened.
Thruway Authority Announces Lane Closure Near Interchange 54
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the left westbound lane just east of Interchange 54 (West Seneca, East Aurora) has been temporarily closed due to an accident.