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Wednesday February 13, 2008
UPDATED: Delaware County man arrested for selling auto insurance and registrations to undocumented immigrants
The New York State Insurance Department on Tuesday arrested the operator of a Delaware County junk yard for fraudulently insuring cars that he then registered for undocumented immigrants without drivers licenses.
Planned Parenthood To Celebrate Valentine's Day In Proper Attire(TM)
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A Public Radio Pioneer Visits The Linda
On September 20, as a major fundraiser for the station, WAMC will proudly present ”This American Life’s” creator, Ira Glass, for his first appearance at The Linda. During this special presentation, the audience will enjoy a live ...
Terry Gross of Fresh Air Visits The Linda
On November 14, as a major fundraiser for the station, WAMC will proudly present Terry Gross, the host and co-executive producer of Fresh Air, taliking about her career as host of one of public radio’s most beloved programs. Following her pr...
Traffic Advisory: Thruway Authority Announces Possible Delays at Interchange 23
The New York State Thruway Authority advised that motorists may experience moderate delays at Interchange 23 (Albany – Downtown, I-787, Route 9W) entrance and exit ramps due to a down telephone wire.
Budget Amendments Increase Funding for Nursing Education
Nursing education programs got a significant boost from Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s 21-day amendments to the Executive Budget.
Gore Mountain Supplemental EIS Available for Public Review
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released a draft supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the updated Gore Mountain Unit Management Plan which takes into consideration the connecting ski trails...
Aubertine, Democrats Must End Negative Personal Attacks
Over the past few days, Darrel Aubertine and Democrat political operatives have been driving personal, partisan politics to a new low.
Delaware County Man Arrested for Selling Auto Insurance and Registrations to Undocumented Immigrants
The New York State Insurance Department on Tuesday arrested the operator of a Delaware County junk yard for fraudulently insuring cars that he then registered for undocumented immigrants without drivers licenses.
DEC Proposes New Dam Safety Regulations
As part of a continued upgrade of dam oversight, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today a proposal that requires more dam inspections, regular maintenance, better recordkeeping, and emergency planning. Th...
No Jackpot Prize Winner in $150,000,000 Mega Millions Drawing
1st prize: 5 out of 5 numbers + Mega Ball - $150,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
Prudence Investigation into Con Edison's Steam Rupture Warranted
The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today commenced an investigation to determine the prudence of actions by Consolidated Edison of New York, Inc. (Con Edison) before and during the steam pipeline rupture that occurred at 41s...
No First-Prize Winners in Tuesday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $0.00; 0 Winners
Department of Public Service Issues Report on Steam Rupture Incident
Staff of the Department of Public Service (Staff) today presented its recommendations in its Report on Steam Pipeline Rupture, 41st Street & Lexington Avenue, Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. July 18, 2007 (Staff Report) to the Pu...
Glynn Hails Multi-Modal Approach to State Transporation Needs
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Astrid C. Glynn today called Governor Eliot Spitzer’s proposed increases in funding for bridges, mass transit and railroads a sound investment in a multi-modal approach to mee...
NYS Medical Society Applauds AG Cuomo’s Lawsuit vs United Healthcare for Fraudulent Business Practices
Robert Goldberg, DO, President of the Medical Society (MSSNY) of the State of New York made the following comments today at NYS Attorney General Andrew Cuomo’s press conference at which he announced his intention to sue United Healthcare com...
Verizon's Service Quality Meets Standards
The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today received a report from Staff of the Department of Public Service indicating Verizon New York Inc.’s service quality performance, as measured under the Commission’s service...
Citizens Communications Met or Exceeded Service Standards
The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today received a report from Staff of the Department of Public Service (Staff) concerning Citizens Communications’ service quality report for the fourth quarter of 2007. During the fo...
PSC To Examine Con Edison's Management and Operations
The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an independent third-party consultant to conduct a comprehensive management and operations audit of Consolidated Edison Com...
PSC Approves Three-Year Rate Plan for Long Island Water
The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today established a rate plan to produce three annual revenue increases of 5.7 percent for metered services of Long Island Water Corporation (Long Island Water) effective April 1, 2008, 20...
National Grid Improvements Recommended
The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today received a report from Department of Public Service Staff on the actions of National Grid following storms that occurred July 9, 2007 and July 10, 2007 in the Capital Region, includin...
Department of State Announces Time and Venue for Jones Beach
The New York State Department of State today announced that the Board of Review hearing on the project slated for Jones Beach will be held at:
Summer Creative Writing Workshop for High School Students
New York State Writers Institute to hold summer writing workshop for New York State High School Students
Revised: Ray Misiewicz Lecture “Silent War” at the New York State Military Museum
Ray Misiewicz, submarine historian, will give a presentation entitled, Silent War, at the New York State Military Museum. The program will begin at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 23 at the museum located at 61 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.
USI/Bertholon-Rowland To Donate $50,000 To New York Bar Foundation For Anne B. Keenan Memorial Fund
USI/Bertholon-Rowland, New York, one of the largest nationwide providers of association-sponsored insurance, has contributed a $50,000 gift to The New York Bar Foundation to establish the endowed Anne B. Keenan Memorial Fund. Annual distributions ...
Literary Critic James Wood to Speak February 28, 2008
James Wood, Influential Literary Critic at the “New Yorker” to Discuss Contemporary Criticism, February 28, 2008