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Source: Plastic bag ban looks likely to be included in New York state budget – newyorkupstate.com

Empire State Development (ESD) today announced that Smart Phases Inc. (DBA Novacab), a hybrid energy storage systems manufacturer headquartered near Montreal, Quebec, is expanding into Plattsburgh and plans to create 32 new jobs. The company’s plans to establish operations at the Plattsburgh International Airport campus further the transformation of the airport into a modern transportation […]

Source: Gov announces college diversity initiative – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: CVPH, Hudson Headwaters open new health center – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: BREAKING: Alcoa, NYPA reach 7-year deal to stay in Massena | NCPR News

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed flags to half-staff on all State government buildings in honor of New York Department of Transportation Maintenance Worker Dennis (Matt) Howe of Owego, Tioga County, who died from injuries sustained last Wednesday when a tractor trailer collided with a DOT truck in the work zone March 13 in Tioga […]

Source: NY Spectrum customers to receive share of $62.5 million in settlement credits

Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminds residents that with spring approaching conditions for wildfires will become heightened and residential brush burning is prohibited March 16 through May 14 across New York State. Violators of the state’s open burning regulation are subject to both criminal and civil enforcement actions, with a minimum […]

Source: New Frontier Town Campground Taking Reservations – – The Adirondack Almanack

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today reminded motorists of the dangers of drowsy driving as daylight saving time begins with clocks being set forward on Sunday, March 10, 2019, at 2 a.m. to 3 a.m.  “Drowsy or fatigued driving can pose a serious risk to everyone on the road,” Governor Cuomo said. “As New Yorkers change […]

Source: State lawmakers can’t confirm Altona prison closure rumors | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: 5 reasons why splitting New York would be a disaster for Upstate | syracuse.com

Source: New North Country economic development chairs selected | NCPR News

Source: Cuomo signs anti-gun violence “red flag bill” | NCPR News

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement on H.R. 8 and Governor Cuomo’s gun legislation that he signed earlier this week: “I am proud of my record as a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and of working across the aisle to enact common-sense reforms that protect our children, our schools […]

Public Meetings to Be Held Across the State February 26 through March 27 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced an upcoming series of public meetings to provide stakeholders with the opportunity to offer input on the Forest Tax Law Program’s Section 480a. The purpose of these meetings is to discuss […]

Source: North Country reps rail against proposal to shutter state prisons – Sun Community News & Printing

“There’s scant detail in the 30-day executive budget amendments but plenty to be concerned about with an indication of the closure of up to three correctional facilities,” said Senator Betty Little. “Maintaining safety in these facilities for the men and women who work there and for the inmates is critical. As I understand, we still […]

From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones “The governor’s proposal to close three prisons in New York is cause for major concern. While no prisons have been specifically named, communities statewide will have to wait with bated breath to find out if a critical part of their economy will be shuttered. “As a former correction […]

Source: Bail reform divides North Country justice community | NCPR News

Source: Regents want deeper dive into graduation data – Times Union

From the office of NYS Senator Betty Little  The State Senate today gave final legislative approval of legislation that will reduce the number of petition signatures required for local candidates to qualify for the primary and general election ballots this year. Senator Betty Little, who co-sponsored the measure, said it is in response to concerns […]

Source: Single-payer healthcare campaign kicks off in Albany – Times Union

Source: Commission on the Adirondacks in the 21st Century: A Status Report – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Republican senators scoff at proposal to increase pay of state inmates – Times Union