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The Adirondacks Celebrate 133 Years

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Gov. Hochul annouces $40 million to launch Empire AI Supercomputer

Empire State Development Board Approved the First Tranche of State Funding for Empire AI Beta Supercomputer Launch – Major Milestone in Empire AI’s Mission to Lead Responsible, Scalable AI for the Public Good Beta Will Be 11 Times More Powerful Than Current Capacity,  Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Empire State Development (ESD) Board approved […]

 Assemblyman Billy Jones Announces $4.5 Million for the New Plattsburgh YMCA Alongside Speaker Heastie 

June 25, 2025 Assemblyman Billy Jones News Release – Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) was joined by New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie at the future site of the Plattsburgh YMCA on Tuesday morning. Jones announced that $4.5 million would be put toward the project’s completion during the visit.  “The Plattsburgh YMCA is […]

Governor Hochul announces $24 million in new funding for abortion care services

Funding Awards Issued to 49 Health Care Facilities Across New York State Video Remarks From Governor Hochul on Third Anniversary of Dobbs Decision June 24, 2025 – Gov. Hochul News Release – On the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs ruling, which ended the constitutional right to an abortion in the United States, Governor […]

NY to begin mailing 2025 STAR checks: Here’s how to track yours

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DEC Proposes Changes to Deer Hunting Regulations

Proposed Regulation Changes to Modernize Reporting and Expand Youth Hunting Opportunities Public Comments Accepted until Aug. 18, 2025 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced several proposed regulation changes to streamline use and reporting of hunting tags and provide new deer hunting opportunities. Hunting is important in New York State for […]

GOVERNOR HOCHUL HIGHLIGHTS $250 MILLION AVAILABLE IN FOOD ASSISTANCE FOR OVER TWO MILLION CHILDREN ACROSS NEW YORK THIS SUMMER

$120 Per Child to Eligible Families Through 2025 Summer EBT Program Albany, June 23, 2025 – Gov. Hochul News Release – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York has begun issuing more than $250 million in food assistance to an estimated 2.2 million low-income children as part of the 2025 Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer, […]

Serving with Pride: Native of Adirondacks now on NYC Council During LGBTQ+ Pride month

Erik Bottcher discussed growing up in Wilmington, N.Y., his struggles with mental health, and how he advocates for kids in crisis Clcik here for the MYNBC5 story 

NY School Districts ranked by per pupil spending

Thanks to Syracuse.com for this information.  https://www.datawrapper.de/_/gwj66/

2025 NYS Fair concert lineup

Aug. 20 at 2 p.m.: The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA at Chevy Court Aug. 20 at 8 p.m.: Nate Smith at Suburban Park Aug. 21 at 6 p.m.: Cheap Trick at Chevy Court Aug. 21 at 8 p.m.: Steve Miller Band at Suburban Park Aug. 22 at 1 p.m.: Lily Rose at Chevy Court […]

Thousands of New Yorkers are having their food benefits stolen while state sits on simple solution

Click here for the Syracuse.com and NY Focus story 

Hundreds gather for “No Kings” protest in Canton, Malone, Plattsburgh and many others

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Stec Constitutional Amendment facilitating Camp Gabriel’s sale passes state senate

State Senator Dan Stec News Release of 6/5/25 – A constitutional amendment sponsored by Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) to facilitate the sale of Camp Gabriels in the Town of Brighton in Franklin County passed the state Senate today. Senate bill S548 enables the property to be sold or leased and ensures that the funds from […]

Updated: Six transported from Clinton Correctional after unknown exposure

Facility to receive a legal mail scanner the week of June 23 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Gov. Hochul announces launch of statewide artist fellowship program

New York Council on the Arts Program Will Embed Artists Within NYS Agencies To Bring Innovation and Foster Community Engagement for Key State Initiatives Three State Agencies Selected for Pilot Program Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of a new opportunity for New York State artists to partner with State agencies to develop innovative engagement […]

Flags to fly at half staff to honor State Highway Maintenance Supervisor Robert Bornt

Flags To Be Flown at Half-Staff Across New York on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7, 2025 In 2024, there were 322 intrusions in New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) work zones. These intrusions resulted in the deaths of two drivers who entered the work zones and 138 additional injuries to highway workers […]

Destiny USA owner Pyramid may soon lose third mall

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Video: May 30 Dedication Ceremony at Heyworth Mason Park renaming the Carpenter’s Flat Bridge as the Captain Christopher J. Garrow Memorial Bridge. 

Your reporter did not record the first few minutes because of a inattention issue. Town Supervisor Craig Randall welcomed everyone and introduced Heather Bezio, a close friend of the Garrow family. The video begins midway through her heartfelt remarks, followed by remarks by NYS Police Troop B Commander Brent Davison, Assemblyman Billy Jones, and Senator […]

Summer Youth Employment Program Provides Valuable Work Experience for Young People

May 27, 2025 Governor Hochul News Release  Statewide Investment Will Support the Employment of 21,000 Youth from Low-Income Families Across the State this Summer Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $56.5 million to help approximately 21,000 young people from low-income households enter the job market this summer through New York State’s Summer Youth Employment program. As […]

DiNapoli: Former Essex County Fair Treasurer and Willsboro Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $90,000 From the Essex County Agricultural Society and Town

May 28, 2025 State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Franklin County District Attorney Elizabeth Crawford and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced that Bridget Brown, the former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural Society and former Willsboro town clerk/tax collector, pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $90,000 in funds from the society and the […]

Gov. Hochul signs legislation protecting consumers from unfair business practices by Energy Services Companies (ESCOs)

Legislation S.7230/A.6762 Puts Money Back Into New Yorkers’ Pockets and Protects Consumers From Unfair Business Practices by Energy Services Companies Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to allow energy services company (ESCO) customers to easily claim owed funds and prevent ESCOs from holding onto such money indefinitely. Specifically, this bill prevents any bad actors in […]

New York food banks say cuts to SNAP will worsen state’s food insecurity

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Boat Stewards to Conduct Watercraft Inspections Statewide Beginning Memorial Day Weekend

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Upstate NY concerts: The 40 best shows to see this summer (tickets, list)

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Hochul announces $1,800 baby bonus for NY families: Here’s who qualifies

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