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Friday May 09, 2008
Partner Abuse in the Minority Communities
On Tuesday, June 3, 2008, from 7:45 to 9:00 PM, at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, Rm. B, the South Suffolk Chapter of the National Organization for Women will present “Partner Abuse in Minority Communities.”
Thruway Authority Announces Lanes Reopened on I-84 Between Exits 16 & 17
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the right and center lanes on I-84 eastbound between Exits 16 (Taconic Parkway, New York, Albany) and 17 (Ludingtonville Road) have been reopened.
Thruway Authority Announces Lane Closure on I-84 Between Exits 16 & 17
The New York State Thruway Authority announces that the right and center lanes on I-84 eastbound between Exits 16 (Taconic Parkway, New York, Albany) and 17 (Ludingtonville Road) have been temporarily closed due to an accident involving two tracto...
Deck Sealing on Bridge Over Saw Mill River Parkway to Necessitate Lane Closures
The New York State Thruway Authority today announced that deck sealing work on the bridge over the Saw Mill River Parkway will necessitate lane closures on I-87 next week.
New York National Guard Leader Salutes Military Moms Serving at Home and Overseas
The commander of New York State’s Military Forces extends Mother’s Day greetings this weekend to the more than 500 military mothers currently serving in the New York Army and Air National Guard.
Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin
To the Editor:
SUNY Plattsburgh Closes Freshman Applications
On May 6, the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh closed freshman admissions for the fall 2008 academic semester.
Thruway Authority To Continue Deck Replacement Work On The Tappan Zee Bridge
The New York State Thruway Authority announced today that deck replacement work on the Tappan Zee Bridge will continue next week. This project is part of the Authority’s on-going commitment to continue to fulfill its responsibility to maint...
Education Association Honors Principals of the Year
What: 2008 awards ceremony of the School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS) honoring the state’s 2008 school principals of the year, as well as other outstanding educators. Four of the eight winners will receive national...
Assemblyman Rivera, Advocates, Teachers and School Administrators to Unveil Programs for Asthmatic Children
WHAT: A new program, funded by Assemblyman Peter M. Rivera, which will teach parents, students, and educators asthma management skills and how to enjoy a lifetime of better breathing, will be unveiled
Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin
To the Editor:
Laborers Recruit Apprentices
The Construction and General Laborers’ Joint Apprenticeship Committee, Local 633, will conduct recruitment from May 21, 2008 through May 20, 2009 for 10 skilled construction craft laborer apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia Smi...
DMV Reminds Drivers to Be Aware of Motorcyclists
Commissioner David J. Swarts of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today reminded drivers to be aware of motorcyclists and to share the roadways safely and responsibly with the growing number of motorcycle riders.
No First-Prize Winners in Thursday’s Take Five Drawing
1st prize – Match 5 out of 5 numbers - $0.00 - 0 Winners
Roofers Recruit Apprentices
The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, Local 210, will conduct recruitment from May 19, 2008 through April 30, 2009 for 15 roofer apprentices, State Labor Commissioner M. Patricia...
Office of General Services Opens Downstate Distribution Center in Brentwood
Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner John C. Egan announced today that the Downstate Distribution Center in Brentwood (Suffolk County) is now open and serving 128 of Long Island’s school districts and seven child care facilities. Th...
Media Advisory
WHAT: Motorcycle Awareness Press Conference Month of May Proclaimed “Motorcycle Safety and You Month”
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, May 12, through Friday, May 16, during off-peak travel times.
Mother's Day is a Great Day to Quit Smoking
With the June 3, 2008, implementation date for the $1.25 increase for cigarettes quickly approaching, the American Lung Association of New York today reminded all New Yorkers that Mother’s Day is a great day to quit. In New York State, an e...