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Monday September 10, 2007
New York Marks Recovery Month with Statewide Events
State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) Commissioner Karen M. Carpenter-Palumbo today announced a series of events throughout the state in September to celebrate National Recovery Month. The events, ranging from a relay ru...
Media Advisory: New York Secretary of State Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez to Speak
WHO: New York Secretary of State Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez
Direct-Caregivers Recognized for their Dedication to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Direct-care workers who care for the developmentally disabled – many times working above and beyond the call of duty – will soon get the recognition and attention they deserve. They will also get a much-deserved educational opportunity.
Four from Upstate Named as Finalists
New York State United Teachers today cheered the selection of Richard Ognibene Jr., a chemistry and physics teacher at Fairport High School, as the 2008 New York State Teacher of the Year.
Star Rebate Enrollment Campaign Launched
Acting New York State Commissioner of Taxation and Finance Barbara G. Billet today announced that the Tax Department has started mailing letters to homeowners in 13 counties, including the Capital District and Hudson Valley areas, providing them w...
Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council Meeting Scheduled
The New York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD) will host a meeting of the Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council (MRDDAC) on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2007. The meeting will take place...
***Consumer Alert***
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today alerted consumers that Hoque & Sons Inc, located at 56-16 56th St, Maspeth, NY 11378 is recalling “Baby Elephant Brand Mango Sheets” due to the presence of undeclared sul...
Report Finds State Deck Truss Bridges are Safe
The New York State Bridge Task Force, chaired by the State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), has submitted a report finding that deck truss bridges throughout the state generally are structurally sound.
Animal Health Information System Meetings Scheduled
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today announced three informational meetings for producers in eastern New York regarding the State’s Animal Health Information System (NYAHIS). These meetings will emphasize the critica...
Giving Back Never Tasted So Good: Supporting Youth Volunteerism and Getting Your Just Desserts
On Saturday, September 8th, 2007, Eventbye.com is sponsoring The Ice Cream Run, a taste-filled, ice cream scavenger hunt to help raise funds for New York City children. Participants will visit some of Manhattan’s finest ice cream and gelato...
readMedia Launches Enhanced Website, Offers Free Trials of Hyper-local Press Release Distribution
readMedia Inc., an Albany, NY based press release technology company specializing in “hyper-local” press release distribution, today relaunched their website – readmedia.com – with an enhanced look and feel. readMedia’...
State Parks Acquires New Parkland in Columbia County
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner Carol Ash announced today that the agency has acquired 300 acres of property in Columbia County. The land is located off of New York State Route 22 in the Harlem Va...
Stanley Smith Trust, Area Businesses, Beautify Landis Arboretum
Determined to put its best foot forward as the New York State Capital Region’s Arboretum, the Landis Arboretum recently underwent a major facelift through the beneficence of a grant through the Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust. Among its g...
OGS to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Event: Annual September 11th Remembrance Ceremony
Local Consultant Selected to Kick Off Entrepreneurs' Program
Clifton Park-based CBG Training and Development is pleased to announce that Dale R. Kelley, President and Principal Consultant has been selected by the Albany Colonie Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the opening training course of the Fall 2007 E...
State Bar Association Seeks Nominations for 2008 Award for Excellence in Public Service
The New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Attorneys in Public Service is seeking nominees for its Award for Excellence in Public Service, which is presented annually to individuals who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to servi...
NYS Office for the Aging Director Michael Burgess Announces the First Family Caregive Council Meeting
Michael J. Burgess, Director of the New York State Office for the Aging today announced that the new Family Caregiver Council will hold its first meeting on September 10 in the Blue Room of the State Capitol. The Council was created this year in ...
Stars Shine at Landis, the Capital Region’s Arboretum
THE ALBANY AREA ASTRONOMERS meet regularly at the Landis Arboretum Meeting House for its dark skies and good horizons.
State Announces Funding for Newburgh Welfare to Work Program
State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) Commissioner David A. Hansell announced today that more than $175,000 is being awarded to the Newburgh Community Action Committee to help low-income adults and those on public assistance g...
Thruway Authority Announces Fuel Services Restored at DeWitt Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the fuel services at the DeWitt Travel Plaza, located eastbound between Interchanges 35 (Syracuse, East Syracuse, Route 298) and 36 (Watertown, Binghamton, I-81), have been restored.
Thruway Authority Announces Fuel Services Suspended at DeWitt Travel Plaza
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the fuel services at the DeWitt Travel Plaza, located eastbound between Interchanges 35 (Syracuse, East Syracuse, Route 298) and 36 (Watertown, Binghamton, I-81), have been temporarily suspended ...