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Tuesday February 19, 2008
Lung Association: Movement Gains Strength as Third Supermarket Chain Halts Tobacco Sales
The American Lung Association of New York State commends Buffalo-based Budwey's Supermarkets for its commitment to public health, and for placing the well-being of its customers above profit, by halting sales of cigarettes. Budwey's Supermarkets f...
SUNY Cortland Student and Professor of Geology Dig Up History in Italy
This past summer, SUNY Cortland senior Jonathon Zabron of Eden, N.Y., and Christopher A. McRoberts, professor of geology at SUNY Cortland, traveled to Northern Italy to research the end-Triassic period mass extinction of clams and mollusks.
2007 ESSAE Distinguished Member of the Year Award Bestowed upon Richard Poppa, CAE, AAI
The Empire State Society of Association recently awarded Richard Poppa, CAE, AIA its 2007 Distinguished Member of the Year Award. This award recognizes an association professional, and active ESSAE member, who has provided all around leadership bo...
DEC’s Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale Underway
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) annual sale of tree and shrub seedlings is underway and will continue through May. DEC’s Saratoga Nursery produces over 50 species of trees and shrubs, many native t...
SUNY Cortland Student and Professor of Geology Dig Up History in Italy
This past summer, SUNY Cortland senior Jonathon Zabron of Eden, N.Y., and Christopher A. McRoberts, associate professor of paleobiology and sedimentology at SUNY Cortland, traveled to Northern Italy to research the end-Triassic period mass extinct...
New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Urges Hunters and Shooters to Vote for Barclay for State Senate
Despite assurances from both candidates that they will not allow downstate powers to infringe on gun control, gun owners have a clear choice in the race to fill the 48th Senate District seat.
No Jackpot Prize Winners In $7,000,000 Lotto Drawing, Wednesday's Jackpot is $8,000,000
1st prize: 6 out of 6 numbers - $7,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
One First-Prize Winning Ticket Sold for Sunday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $79,519.00 - 1 Winner
No Jackpot Prize Winner in $179,000,000 Mega Millions Drawing
1st prize: 5 out of 5 numbers + Mega Ball - $179,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
No Jackpot Prize Winners in $7,000,000 Lotto Extra Drawing
No Second Prize Winners, Prize Monies to Roll Over to Next Drawing
Five First-Prize Winning Tickets Sold for Monday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $17,967.50 - 5 Winners
Two First-Prize Winning Tickets Sold for Friday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $66,262.00 - 2 Winners
No First-Prize Winners in Saturday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $0.00; 0 Winners
ESSAE Recognizes Four Member Associations for Excellence
At its February 7, 2008 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet, the Empire State Society of Association Executives (ESSAE) recognized four associations for their creativity and talent in providing programs and services to their members. These four awar...
Exam for Falconry Apprentice License Scheduled for April 25
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today that the examination for individuals seeking an apprentice license to practice the sport of falconry has been scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Appl...
Geologist To Discuss China's Impact On Global Environment
Geologist Christopher Cirmo, who has studied the role that wetlands, streams and lakes play as filters purifying the earth’s limited fresh water supply, will address “China: The Key to Global Environmental Sustainability in the 21st Ce...
SUNY Plattsburgh, Clinton Community College Sign Agreements to Benefit Education Majors
On Feb. 12, the presidents of two area colleges shook hands after signing agreements that will assist those pursuing bachelor's degrees in childhood education.
New York National Guard Unveils New Command Center
The New York National Guard is inviting members of the Capital Region media to a briefing on the new, $280,000, high-tech command center that is now in use at the National Guard’s Latham headquarters.
Thruway Authority Announces Interchange 24 (Albany, I-90, I-87) Exit Ramp Reopened
The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that the northbound and eastbound exit ramps at Interchange 24 (Albany, I-90, I87) have been reopened.