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Mayor Adams and NYPD Commissioner Tisch Open new Facility for NYPD World Trade Center Command 126 Highly Trained Counterterrorism Officers to Call New Facility Home NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch today announced…

Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Libraries and Museums AG James Co-Leads Coalition Suing to Stop Dismantling of Federal Agencies That Support Libraries, Museums, Minority-Owned Businesses, and Workers NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today co-led a…

Hochul Announces $5M for AI and Society at SUNY Campuses AI Research Projects are Underway at Empire AI Alpha, Housed at the University at Buffalo Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that eight SUNY campuses are developing departments, centers, and institutes of AI and Society to engage diverse…

Hochul, MTA Unveil Essex Crossing Accessibility, Housing Projects Estimated 99-Unit Mixed-Income Housing Development Proceeding; Will Boost Essex Crossing Redevelopment to 1,100 Units and 550 Affordable Homes Governor Kathy Hochul, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the New York City Economic…

Attorney General Sues Trump Admin Over Medical Research Funding AG James and 15 Other Attorneys General Ask Court to Restore Millions in Research Funding for Alzheimer's, Substance Use Disorder, and More NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James and a coalition of 15 other attorneys…

Remsen Arts Center Seeks Artists & Photographers REMSEN, NY -- The Remsen Arts Center is seeking all types of artists and photographers to display at the Remsen Arts Fest to be held May 31 - June 1, 2025. Searching for artists who specialize in: Fine Art, Photography, Sculpture, Glass Blowing,…

MVCC Faculty and Staff to Participate in Days of Community Service WHAT: Faculty and staff at Mohawk Valley Community College will participate in the third annual Days of Service

Hochul, Buffalo Bills Celebrate Highmark Stadium Milestone Governor Hochul: “So I'm so proud … I'll tell you this, lastly, what this team and this stadium have done, is something that's really hard to say happens in other parts of our country, and that is to unify people, to make people feel,…

Oneida County Improving School Zone Traffic Safety Through New Speed Monitoring System Notices Being Sent to Violators County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. announced today that the county Office of Traffic Safety has implemented a new school zone speed monitoring system that has been tracking…

Conquering Procrastination: My Personal Journey to Productivity Picture this: I sat down to begin my work, but instead, spent hours scrolling social media and watching videos of cats. Sound familiar? I used to think procrastination was just a part of my personality until I discovered strategies…

MVCC Future Business Leaders of America shine at State Leadership Conference The Mohawk Valley Community College chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) achieved remarkable success at the New Jersey/New York FBLA State Leadership Conference, held on March 22, 2025, at Kean…

Powell Warns Tariffs Will Raise Inflation and Slow Economic Growth in 2025 Powell's Warning: How Tariffs Could Spark Inflation and Stall Economic Growth By David LaGuerre - Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has issued a stark warning that the sweeping new tariffs recently enacted by the Trump…

March Jobs Report: A Mixed Signal on the Economy’s Health March Jobs Report: A Mixed Signal on the Economy's Health By David LaGuerre The U.S. economy added 228,000 jobs in March, significantly outpacing economists' expectations of 140,000. Yet beneath this headline number lies a more complex…

Quirky Cleaning Tricks: Household Hacks You Never Knew You Needed Discover some of the most bizarre yet effective cleaning hacks that can simplify your life and give your home a thorough clean!

AG Platkin Sues Trump Admin Over Health Research Funding Cuts TRENTON – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general in suing the Trump Administration over its unlawful attempt to terminate and disrupt grant funding issued by the National…

Hochul Announces $20.5M I-90 Bridge Replacement in Herkimer New Bridge Will Include Safety Features Including Lighting Under Bridge, Pedestrian Sidewalk, Improved Riding Surface Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a $20.5 million project to replace the Thruway (I-90) bridge over…

Senate Passes Resolution to End Trump’s Tariffs on Canada Schumer: House Republicans Must Join Senate To Protect Upstate NY From Devastating Price Increases And Job Losses U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer today announced the Senate has passed a bipartisan resolution led by Senator Kaine to end Trump’s…

AG James Condemns Federal Funding Cuts to Reproductive Health Care NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after the Trump administration notified health care providers that offer reproductive health care that they will no longer receive Title X…

State Police News: April 4th New York State Police Announce Opening of New Barracks at SP Hornell, Closure of SP Wayland and SP North Hornell Facilities – The New York State Police are pleased to announce the official opening of a new barracks at State Police (SP) Hornell, which will replace the…

5 Things That Happened on April 4 in History History is filled with fascinating events that have shaped the world as we know it. On April 4, several significant moments occurred across politics, science, culture, and more. 1. The Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (1968) Context and Impact On…

Untitled The markets closed down around 4% after President Donald Trump’s announcement to slap reciprocal tariffs on global trading partners. The S&P 500 fell 4.8%, while the Nasdaq fell 6% — both their worst since 2020. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 4%, or more than 1,600 — its worst…

Judge Boasberg Weighs Contempt Over Alien Enemies Act Judge Boasberg Weighs Contempt Charges Over Alien Enemies Act Deportations U.S. District Judge James Boasberg is considering contempt charges against Trump administration officials for allegedly violating court orders to stop deportations…

Matthew J. Platkin Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Voting Restrictions TRENTON — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, the federal Election Assistance…

AG Matthew J. Platkin Commends Ruling Preventing Trump Administration from Cutting Essential Public Health Funding TRENTON – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today commended a ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island granting a temporary restraining order…

Waterville Central School District attendance challenge drives results  Waterville Central School District’s March Madness attendance challenge has successfully boosted student engagement and highlighted the critical role of consistent attendance in academic success. The month-long Stay in the…

Farm Marketing and Pricing Workshop Offered in May  The Cornell Agriculture Marketing Research Program (CAMRP) announces a NEW series of pricing workshops across the state. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego will be hosting one of these events on May 6th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at…

AG James Sues President Trump for Unconstitutional Attempt to Seize Control of Elections AG James and 18 Attorneys General Argue the President’s Election Executive Order Dramatically Oversteps the Limits of Presidential Power NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that…

Gov Hochul Signs Legislation Strengthening New York’s Gun Safety Laws Governor Highlights Budget Plan To Invest $370 Million To Combat Gun Violence Across New York Governor Kathy Hochul today signed three new laws to strengthen New York’s gun violence prevention efforts and keep New Yorkers safe.…

Trump Administration Probably Violated Court Order on Deportations, Judge Says ​  ​   ​ Judge James E. Boasberg indicated that he would probably postpone his decision until next week regarding whether the White House is in contempt of court for disregarding his order.  

The Job Market Has Been Resilient. The Trade War Could Be Its Undoing. ​  ​ ​ The American economy has generally been resilient against inflation and elevated interest rates. However, tariffs might lead to rising prices and negatively impact employment.  

With the Worst U.S. Stock Market In Years, Try Some Old-Fashioned Investments ​  ​ ​ Individuals have steered clear of significant losses by maintaining traditional, diversified investments, a strategy that our columnist believes will be effective moving forward.  

Gov. Hochul Announces Groundbreaking for New LIRR Yaphank Station New Yaphank Station To Be Closer to East End Highways and Brookhaven National Laboratory Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) officials broke ground on the new Yaphank Long Island…

The Ripple Effects of Canadian Boycotts: A Closer Look at the U.S. Economy Canadian boycotts of U.S. products are harming the U.S. economy, affecting tourism and retail sectors as political tensions rise under the Trump administration.

AG James Announces Conviction of NY Political Leader for Fund Misuse Jason McGuire Illegally Spent More Than $16,000 in Conservative Party Funds on Clothes, Restaurants, and Beauty Treatments NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the guilty plea of Jason McGuire, 49, a…

AG James Denounces Trump Admin Cuts to 9/11 Health Program NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after the Trump administration’s devastating cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) eliminated critical staff for the World Trade…

Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of David Clements NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) today released its report on the death of David Clements, who died on February 2, 2024 following an encounter…

Schumer Demands HHS Answers for 9/11 Health Program Cuts Schumer To Kennedy: Twice You Have Betrayed Your Promise To Protect The 9/11 Healthcare Program, Immediately Reverse This Cruel Decision After the Trump administration again slashed resources for the World Trade Center Health Program…

Trump’s Tariff Disaster: Why Republicans’ Silence Threatens America’s Economy The Hidden Truth About Trump's Tariffs: Why Republican Silence Is Crushing Americans By: David LaGuerre The stock market came crashing down after Trump's April 2nd "Liberation Day" tariff announcement. Yet many…

Mindfulness for Kids: Fun and Creative Ways to Foster Presence Discover unique, enjoyable methods to teach mindfulness to children, enhancing their emotional resilience and ability to live in the moment.

Governor Hochul Announces Actions to Boost Outdoor Dining in New York City New Policy Supports NYC’s Dining Out Program, Expanding Opportunities for Licensed Establishments Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that, effective immediately, the New York State Liquor Authority will accept…

Gov Hochul Supports Ending Broker Fees for Tenants Under NYC’s FARE Act FARE Act Prohibits New York City Landlords From Passing the Fees of Brokers They Hire Onto Prospective Tenants Watch Video of Governor Hochul and Councilmember Chi Ossé Discussing Support for the FARE Act Governor Kathy Hochul…

Governor Hochul Announces 125 New Psychiatric Beds Opened Since Dec 2024 Expansion at State-Operated Psychiatric Centers and Restored Capacity at Community-Based Hospitals Brings 875 Beds Online Statewide Under Governor Hochul’s Administration Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 125 new…

Setting Goals That Stick: Your Roadmap to Success Setting achievable goals involves clear planning, personal motivation, and adopting the right mindset. With practical strategies, you'll be on your way to reaching your personal summit.

Gov Hochul Delivers Remarks at the National Action Network’s Keeper of the Dream Gala Governor Hochul delivered remarks at the National Action Network (NAN) Convention Keepers of the Dream Gala. Not to be outdone by this nice proclamation, I brought an even bigger one. 50 years means you get a big…

NYPD Body Camera Footage Released: March 6, 2025, Officer-Involved Shooting” The NYPD released body-worn camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on March 6, 2025, in the confines of the 123rd Precinct. The video includes available evidence leading up to the incident as well…

With Tax Day Approaching, Governor Healey Promotes Savings for Seniors Massachusetts taxpayers can learn more about the ways Governor Healey lowered their taxes at Mass.gov/TaxCuts lynn — With less than two weeks until the tax filing deadline on April 15, Governor Maura Healey continued promoting…

5 Things That Happened on April 3 in History History is filled with fascinating events that have shaped the world as we know it. On April 3, several significant moments occurred across politics, science, culture, and sports. Let’s dive into five major events that happened on this day in history,…

5 Unique Holidays to Celebrate on April 3 April 3 is more than just another day on the calendar—it’s a celebration of creativity, joy, and quirky traditions around the world. From honoring rainbows to appreciating circus history, this day offers something for everyone. Let’s dive into five…

In Trump’s Fight With Perkins Coie, the Richest Firms Are Staying Quiet ​  ​