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Friday June 29, 2007
Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood Provides Free HIV Testing
A total of 33 individuals took advantage of free HIV testing and counseling at Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood (UHPP) centers on June 27, National HIV Free Testing Day. The UHPP health center in Albany saw 19 men and women, while the UHPP centers ...
State Drinking Water and Sewer Funding Plans Now on Web
The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Department of Health (DOH) announced today that the Draft 2008 Intended Use Plans (IUPs) for the Clean Water and Drinking Wat...
readMedia Signs Physicians for Peace for “Hyperlocal” Media Reach
readMedia, a press-release distribution technology specializing in “hyper-local” distribution, announced today that Physicians for Peace has signed on for readMedia’s Mass Localization Engine. Physicians for Peace is a Norfolk, V...
HIV Free Testing Day A Success in Columbia County
A great many people in Columbia County received important health information, as well as free HIV testing and counseling on National HIV Free Testing Day. Local testing was made available on Wednesday, June 27 at three locations in Hudson includi...
Painters and Allied Trades Recruit Apprentices
The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 4 (Rochester), will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 4, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announce...
State Labor Office in Ogdensburg to Move
The New York State Department of Labor today announced that their Division of Employment Services office in Ogdensburg will be relocating from 616 Rensselaer Avenue to 1020 Park Street (at the corner of Route 37 and Park Street).
Global Development Leader Jeffrey D. Sachs Applauds “Diplomats for Peace”
International authority on global health and development Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs urged Physicians for Peace supporters and volunteers to “carry the day” in the global battle against deadly disease and ill health in the developing wo...
Elevator Constructors Recruit Apprentices
The International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local 62, will conduct recruitment on August 15 for six elevator/escalator constructor and modernizer apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Thruway Authority Announces All Lanes Reopened Northbound Near Interchange 18
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that all lanes northbound at milepost 72.0 on I-87 (Thruway) have been reopened to motorists.
Thruway Authority Announces All Lanes Closed Northbound Near Interchange 18
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that all lanes northbound at milepost 72.0 on I-87 (Thruway) have been closed due to a vehicle accident.
Eisenhower Boulevard (SR3001) to be Closed
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission reports that Eisenhower Boulevard (SR 3001) between SR 230 in the Borough of Highspire and Richardson Road near the Turnpike’s Administration Building will be closed to traffic beginning on Friday June 29...
Lennon's Irish Shop Marches Into Downtown Schenectady
Lennon’s Irish Shop celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, June 28 with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by The Chamber of Schenectady County and a variety of fun activities.
Thruway Authority Announces 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 Monday, July 2, during off-peak travel times.
PA Turnpike's South Neshaminy Service Plaza to be Closed
The Pennsylvania Turnpike announced today that the South Neshaminy Service Plaza located eastbound in Bensalem Township, Bucks County (milepost 352), will be permanently closed on Saturday night, June 30, 2007 in order to accommodate the Turnpike&...
Carpenters Recruit Apprentices
The Empire State Carpenters Apprenticeship Committee, Local 11, will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 27 for five carpenter apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
DHCR Awards $750,000 for Creighton Storey Homes
State Housing Commissioner Deborah VanAmerongen today announced an award of $750,000 for the Albany Housing Authority to help modernize and upgrade apartments and amenities at Creighton Storey Homes. In all, the Division of Housing and Community R...
State DOT & DEC Announce New Canoe/Kayak Launch on Peconic River
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Astrid C. Glynn and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis today announced the availability of a new canoe and kayak launching site ...
Carpenters Recruit Apprentices
The Empire State Carpenters Apprenticeship Committee, Local 19, will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 27 for five linoleum, resilient tile and carpet layer apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Carpenters Recruit Apprentices
The Empire State Carpenters Apprenticeship Committee, Local 19, will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 27 for five carpenter apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced today.
Painters and Allied Trades Recruit Apprentices
The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 4 (Buffalo), will conduct recruitment from July 3 to December 4, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announced tod...
Painters and Allied Trades Recruit Apprentices
The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 4 (Syracuse), will conduct recruitment from July 3 through December 12, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smith announce...
Arboretum Rolls Out Family Fare for Summer through September
As kids of all ages come out for summer play, the Landis Arboretum offers an array of family-focused, fun, and educational events.
Rasberry Harvest Season to Start Soon
The fresh strawberry season in most parts of New York State is still in progress, and will continue into early July. With improved varieties, New York growers can offer consumers a longer period of harvest, and some farms have varieties lasting w...