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Wednesday March 12, 2008
National Organization for Women-New York State Welcomes Governor David Paterson
With respect to the recent events surrounding Governor Spitzer's resignation, we of NOW-NYS extend our warmth and friendship to Silda Spitzer and to the Spitzer's three teenage daughters. While we are saddened by the Governor’s personal beha...
State Senate Passes Bill to Protect Water Supplies
The New York State Senate today passed legislation increasing penalties for contamination of public drinking water supplies. The bill, sponsored by Senator Hugh T. Farley (R,C - Schenectady), was prompted by concerns over pollution of the Great F...
Avian Expert To Discuss Bald Eagles On March 27 At College
Mike Allen, a New York State environmental official who has been nicknamed “The Eagleman,” will discuss his 30-plus year effort at Bald eagle restoration in the state on Thursday, March 27, at SUNY Cortland.
Green Groups Look Forward to Working with Governor-to-be Paterson
Members of New York’s environmental community look forward to working with Lt. Governor David Paterson as he prepares for his new role as Governor of the State of New York.
State Board Recommends Diverse Properties for Listing On State & National Registers of Historic Places
The New York State Board for Historic Preservation today recommended the addition of 29 properties to the State and National Registers of Historic Places. Property owners, municipalities and organizations from communities throughout the state spon...
State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment to Meet
The New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment (Siting Board) has scheduled a meeting for Thursday, March 20, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. in the 19th floor Board Room of the New York State Department of Public Service at Three E...
Feminists Stage Women’s History Month Celebration
On Saturday, March 29, at 10 AM, Mid-Suffolk NOW (National Organization for Women) will celebrate Women’s History Month in the Women’s Studies Colloquium Room of the Old Chemistry Building at SUNY, Stony Brook. NOW's NE Regional Direct...
Rep. Slaughter Receives Award from NYS Credit Union League
U.S. Representative Louise McIntosh Slaughter (D-28th Congressional District) received the 2007 Legislator of the Year award from the New York State Credit Union League. The award was presented during a recent visit to her office in the Capitol bu...
City of Kingston Welcomes Home 104th MP Battalion
The 104th Military Police Battalion returns home to Kingston, New York after completing its mission in Southern Iraq to fanfare and tributes from the City of Kingston.
New York State AFL-CIO Looks Forward to Working with David Paterson
Denis Hughes, President of the 2 ½ million member New York State AFL-CIO today issued the following statement:
Statement of Chairman Joseph N. Mondello
Governor Eliot Spitzer’s resignation brings to an end an administration that will always be remembered for its unfulfilled promise.
Dwight Coombe of Sprague & Killeen, Inc. Earns Certified Risk Manager (CRM) Designation
Certified Risk Managers International recently conferred the designation of Certified Risk Manager (CRM) on a select number of individuals who completed the rigorous five-course program. Dwight Coombe of Sprague & Killeen, Inc. was one of thi...
President Bush Declares March Red Cross Month
Continuing a tradition of an annual proclamation given by every president of the United States since Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1943, George W. Bush recently issued a proclamation declaring March as Red Cross Month. Red Cross Month is a time set as...
Glynn Calls For Multi-Modal Transportation System
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT Commissioner Astrid C. Glynn continues to make the case for a multi-modal transportation system that would support a robust, expanding economy while promoting energy efficiency and a cleaner envi...
Kindergarteners From The Albany Academies To Participate In Leprechaun Trap Project
Kindergarteners from The Albany Academies, led by Faculty Member Kristy Mahar, will participate in a leprechaun trap project as part of St Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 14.
Thruway Authority Announces Lanes Reopened on I-95 near Interchange 20
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that all northbound and southbound lanes on I-95 near Interchange 20 (Rye, NY Route 1) have been reopened.
Three from Westbury, Yaphank Celebrate the Luck O’ the Island
The New York Lottery’s Marissa Rodriguez today awarded Lottery prize checks worth at least $6,000,000 to three Long Island instant game players representing Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Commissioner Hooker Celebrates NYS Maple Season
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today announced the arrival of maple season in New York State. New York State has approximately 1,500 maple producers that are currently collecting sap and making maple syrup, the State’...
Zeldin Calls on Bishop To Condemn Spitzer's Conduct and Demand Resignation
Monday, I issued the toughest, swiftest statement to date condemning Governor Eliot Spitzer's involvement in an illicit prostitution ring. To allow New York State to move forward, I called for the governor's immediate resignation to alleviate the...
Independent Consultant Achieves Highest Sales Honor From Inscape Publishing
Barbara Stennes, President of Resources Unlimited in Johnston, IA was honored as a 2007 Diamond Award winner at the Inscape Publishing President's Club in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on March 1, 2008.
Congressional Testimony by New York Insurance Superintendent Eric Dinallo
I would like to thank Chairman Frank, Ranking Member Bachus and the other members of the House Financial Services Committee for allowing me to testify today.
No Jackpot Prize Winner in $47,000,000 Mega Millions Drawing
1st prize: 5 out of 5 numbers + Mega Ball - $47,000,000 - 0 Winner(s)
One First-Prize Winning Ticket Sold for Tuesday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $103,677.50 - 1 Winner
Lifesaving Devices Installed At Empire State Plaza
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner John C. Egan today announced the installation of more than 120 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in buildings in the Empire State Plaza and Capitol. Commissioner Egan was joined ...
Military History Museum Hosts “Band of Sisters” Program
Members of the media are being invited to hear female members of the New York Army National Guard who have served in Iraq will discuss their experiences in a panel discussion hosted by the New York State Military History Museum for 100 Greenwich H...
Media Advisory for March 12, 2008
The Lottery's Marissa Rodriguez will present prize checks to three new Lottery Millionaires representing Nassau and Suffolk Counties. The winners include:
Thruway Authority Announces Lane Closure on I-95 Near Interchange 20
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that all northbound and southbound lanes have been temporarily closed on I-95 near Interchange 20 (Rye, NY Route 1)due to a tractor trailer fire.