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Recent Press Releases from 67 agencies

1. DEC RECLASSIFIES SHELLFISH HARVESTING AREAS IN SEVERAL NASSAU AND SUFFOLK COUNTY EMBAYMENTS Published 05/02/2018 Citing recent water quality surveys, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today annou ...
2. Ski de Mayo… Whiteface Opens May 5 Published 05/02/2018 WILMINGTON, N.Y. --- For the first time ever, Whiteface Mountain, in Wilmington, N.Y., will host Cinco de Mayo on its slopes. Officials announced that the resort is extending ...
3. State Announces Ground Broken on $16.5 Million Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Dunkirk Published 05/02/2018 New York State Homes and Community Renewal, the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Office of Mental Health today announced the recent groundbreaking of a $16.5 million project in ...
4. UPDATED AIR QUALITY HEALTH ADVISORY ISSUED FOR NEW YORK STATE Published 05/02/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Howard Zucker, M ...
5. New York State Parks Announces Governor Clean Energy Standard Leading State Parks to Energy Neutrality Published 05/02/2018 Clean Lighting and Photovoltaic Solar Arrays Save State Parks Nearly $1m Annually in Energy Costs  The Office of Parks, Recreation and His ...
6. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 05/02/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
7. Tour of Wilmington Whiteface Bike Races Return to Wilmington Region Published 05/02/2018 WILMINGTON, N.Y. --- Registration is now open for the 2018 Tour of Wilmington Whiteface’s 17th/ ...
8. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 05/02/2018 WHO:          New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation                    NYSERDA&nbs ...
9. AIR QUALITY HEALTH ADVISORY ISSUED FOR NEW YORK STATE Published 05/01/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Howard Zucker, M.D., J.D. issued an Air Quality Health Advi ...
10. Ironworkers Recruit Apprentices Published 05/01/2018 Albany, NY (May 1, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Ironworkers, Local Union #12, will conduct a recruitment from June 1, 2018 through Ma ...
11. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 05/01/2018 WHO:          New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation                    NYSERDA&nbs ...
12. New York State Surplus Vehicle And Highway Equipment Auction Scheduled In Ridge May 8 Published 04/30/2018 The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) today announced that the following surplus vehicle, highway equipment, and miscellaneous property auction has ...
13. DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights Published 04/30/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local e ...
14. NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING CELEBRATES OLDER VOLUNTEERS: PHOTOS and DATA Published 04/30/2018 Albany, NY (April 30, 2018)—In recognition of National Volunteer Week, ...
15. DEC SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR ANNUAL STREAM AND RIVER MONITORING Published 04/30/2018 Online Training Modules Launch May 1 The New York State Departm ...
16. DEC ANNOUNCES MAY 5 OPENING OF FISHING SEASON FOR WARMWATER FISH Published 04/30/2018 Statewide Muskellunge Season Opens May 26 Department ...
17. DEC 'ON THE FRONT LINES' VIDEO FEATURES SOUTHERN ADIRONDACKS FOREST RANGER MICHAEL THOMPSON Published 04/27/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is proud to present the latest episode of “On the Front Lines,” the agency’s video s ...
18. Carpenters Recruit Apprentices Published 04/27/2018 Albany, NY (April 27, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Northeast Carpenters will conduct a recruitment from April 30, 2018 through April ...
19. Roofers Recruit Apprentices Published 04/26/2018 West Seneca, NY (April 27, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Roofers, Local Union #74 (Western NY), will conduct a recruitment from May 28 ...
20. New York State Park Police Academy Graduates 27 Recruits Published 04/27/2018 The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) today announced 27 recruits graduated from the from the 15th Basic School of ...
21. ** Video Release ** Published 04/27/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. --- In February, Chris Mazdzer (Saranac Lake, N.Y.) became the first U.S. athlete to win ...
22. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR FRIDAY, APRIL 27 Published 04/27/2018 Following New York’s weeklong celebration of Earth Day, State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Chief of Staff Julie Tighe will join state and local ...
23. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TODAY, APRIL 27 Published 04/27/2018 11TH Annual Arbor Day Event ...
24. ADVISORY: SUBMINIMUM WAGE HEARING Published 04/26/2018 When: Monday, April 30, 2018 – 10:00 a.m. What: ...
25. DEC EXPANDS OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEW YORK LOBSTERING Published 04/26/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that the State h ...
26. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR FRIDAY, APRIL 27 Published 04/26/2018 Following New York’s weeklong celebration of Earth Day, State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Chief of Staff Julie Tighe will join state and local ...
27. PERB Announces Conference to Commemorate 50th Anniversary of Taylor Law Published 04/26/2018 The Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) today announced a two-day conference to recognize the 50th anniversary of the Taylor Law, the law that grant ...
28. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 04/25/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
29. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR FRIDAY, APRIL 27 Published 04/25/2018 11TH Annual Arbor Day Event ...
30. DEC ANNOUNCES 1,080 POUNDS OF WASTE PHARMACEUTICALS COLLECTED DURING ANNUAL LONG ISLAND TAKE BACK DAY Published 04/24/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) collected 1,808 pounds of pharmaceutical medications during DEC’s annual Long Island Pharmaceutic ...
31. DEC AND LAND TRUST ALLIANCE ANNOUNCE $2.3 MILLION LAND TRUST GRANTS TO SAFEGUARD WATER QUALITY, PROTECT FARMS, AND BOOST TOURISM, CLIMATE RESILIENCE, AND PUBLIC ACCESS Published 04/24/2018 Grants Leverage $2.3 Million in Community Contributions and Addition ...
32. State Labor Department Releases Preliminary March 2018 Area Unemployment Rates Published 04/24/2018 The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for March 2018. Rates are calculated using methods prescribed by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. ...
33. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TODAY, APRIL 24, 2018 Published 04/24/2018 New York State’s weeklong celebration of Earth Week continues today, April 24 with an announcement in conjunction with the New York Land Trust Symposium at the Albany Capital Center. DEC Exec ...
34. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2018 Published 04/23/2018 New York State’s weeklong celebration of Earth Week continues on Tuesday, April 24 with an announcement in conjunction with the New York Land Trust Symposium at the Albany Capital Center. DEC ...
35. Operating Engineers Recruit Apprentices Published 04/23/2018 Lake View, NY (April 23, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Operating Engineers, Local Union #17, will conduct a recruitment from October 1 ...
36. Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Recruit Apprentices Published 04/23/2018 Watertown, NY (April 23, 2018) – The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, Local Union #2 (Ogdensburg), will ...
37. DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights Published 04/23/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local e ...
38. DEC AND OGS ANNOUNCE NYS AGENCIES SAVE $28 MILLION WITH SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES Published 04/20/2018 Part of New York’s Weeklong Celebration of Earth Day The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Offic ...
39. DEC CELEBRATES EARTH DAY BY DEDICATING TRAIL AT KINGS PARK UNIQUE AREA TO PIONEERING WORLD WAR II PARATROOPER AND SMOKEJUMPER CLARENCE H. BEAVERS Published 04/20/2018 As part of a weeklong Earth Day celebration of New York's accomplishments and commitment to protecting our environment, the Sta ...
40. DEC Statement on Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Project Published 04/20/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has denied a water quality certification for Williams’ proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement Project.  Williams has not ...
41. Seven Companies Receive New York State Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Certification Published 04/20/2018 Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito today announced that the following seven businesses have recently been certified by the Office of General Services’ (OGS) Division of Ser ...
42. DEC Announces Launch of New Online Portal for Climate Smart Communities Certification Published 04/20/2018 Part of New York’s Weeklong Celebration of Earth Day   As part of New York’s weeklong celebration of Ea ...
43. DEC ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF MEADS MEADOW TRAILHEAD PARKING LOT AT OVERLOOK MOUNTAIN Published 04/20/2018 Site Provides Access to Popular Overlook Mountain in Woodstock As pa ...
44. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TODAY, APRIL 20 Published 04/20/2018 DEC Regional Director Kelly Turturro to Celebrate Earth Week with Local and State Officials at Overlook Mountain What: /strong ...
45. PSC Takes Steps to Further Expand REV Activity in New York State Published 04/19/2018   ALBANY — The New York State Public Service Commission (C ...
46. NYS Economy Grew in March 2018, Reaches New, Record Private Sector Job Count Published 04/19/2018 In March 2018, New York State’s private sector job count rose by 200 to 8,152,500, a new, all-time high, according to preliminary figures released today by the New York State Department of La ...
47. PSC Directs Utilities to Immediately Improve Communication and Coordination with Municipal Officials During Storm Events Published 04/19/2018   ALBANY — The New York State Public Service Commission (C ...
48. New York First Responders Conduct Major Exercise to Practice Response to Catastrophic Disaster Published 04/19/2018 The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services today announced that several state agencies, the New York City Fire Department, the New York Cit ...
49. THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES ANNOUNCES FREE STATEWIDE NALOXONE TRAINING SESSIONS Published 04/19/2018 The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) today announced that it will conduct a series of free naloxone training sessions to be held across ...
50. DEC LAUNCHES ANNUAL "LOOK FOR THE ZERO" CAMPAIGN URGING HOMEOWNERS TO PURCHASE PHOSPHORUS-FREE LAWN FERTILIZER Published 04/19/2018 To protect water quality this spring, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today urged New Yorkers to practice sustainable lawn care and today ...
51. New York State Surplus Vehicle And Equipment Auction Schedule In Binghamton April 25 Published 04/19/2018 The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) today announced that the following surplus vehicle, highway equipment, and miscellaneous property auction has ...
52. COMMISSION ISSUES FINAL APRIL 19, 2018 AGENDA Published 04/18/2018     Albany, N ...
53. The Arts Contribute More Than $114 Billion to New York State Economy Published 04/18/2018 New York, NY – New York State’s arts and cultural industries generate $114.1 billion to the state economy, employ 462,584, and award $46.7 billion in co ...
54. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR FRIDAY, APRIL 20 Published 04/18/2018 DEC Regional Director Kelly Turturro to Celebrate Earth Week with Local and State Officials at Overlook Mountain What: /strong ...
55. New York State Parks Dedicates $3.2 Million Grafton Lakes State Park Welcome Center Published 04/18/2018 Project a part of NY Parks 2020, a Multi-Year Commitment to Revitalize the State Park System The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and His ...
56. DEC STRENGTHENS RADIATION PROGRAM REGULATIONS Published 04/18/2018 New Amendments Take Effect May 10, 2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today a ...
57. DEC ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF DRAFT INVASIVE SPECIES COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT PLAN Published 04/18/2018 The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Agriculture and Markets (DAM) today announced the release of the State’s draft Invasive Species Comprehensive Management ...
58. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 04/18/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
59. DEC AND VILLAGE OF WINDSOR ANNOUNCE GRAND OPENING OF NEW SUSQUEHANNA RIVER ACCESS SITE Published 04/18/2018  Governor Cuomo’s Adventure NY Initiative Connects New Yorkers with Nature As part of ...
60. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 04/18/2018   WHO:            New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Pr ...
61. NYS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BOARD PROPOSING DRAMATIC IMPROVEMENTS IN MEDICAL CARE FOR INJURED WORKERS Published 04/17/2018 The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board announced today a proposed increase in medical reimbursement to providers who treat workers’ compensation cla ...
62. DEC CHARGES BOLTON MAN FOR TAMPERING WITH WATER SAMPLING TESTS Published 04/17/2018 The superintendent of the Bolton wastewater treatment facility has been arrested for allegedly falsifying the sampling results of state regulated wastewater te ...
63. Routine Stop for Coffee Results in Multi-Million Dollar Lottery Win for Warwick Man Published 04/17/2018 Fifty-eight-year-old Christopher McManus of Warwick made his daily coffee stop at the Kwik Mart on Oakland Avenue last month and left with more than he bargained fo ...
64. DEC AND STATE PARKS ANNOUNCE EXPANDED 2018 FIRST-TIME CAMPER PROGRAM FOR 2018 Published 04/17/2018 As part of New York’s weeklong celebration of Earth Day, the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) t ...
65. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 04/17/2018   WHO:            New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Pr ...
66. Media Advisory - EO4 Committee Meeting April 20 Published 04/17/2018 The New York State Executive Order No. 4 Interagency Committee on Sustainability and Green Procurement will meet on Friday, April 20th at 1:00 p.m. in Me ...
67. Media Advisory Published 04/17/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will present a $2,500,000 ceremonial prize check to a Warwick man at the Kwik Mart where he purchased his life changing $2,500 a Week for Life scr ...
68. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 04/16/2018   WHO:            New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Pr ...
69. Boilermakers Recruit Apprentices Published 04/16/2018 Orchard Park, NY (April 16, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship Committee for Boilermakers, Northeast Area, Local Lodge #7, will conduct a recruitment from May 3, 2018 ...
70. Media Advisory Published 04/16/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will present a $2,500,000 ceremonial prize check to a Warwick man at the Kwik Mart where he purchased his life changing $2,500 a Week for Life scr ...
71. Media Advisory - EO4 Committee Meeting April 20 Published 04/16/2018 The New York State Executive Order No. 4 Interagency Committee on Sustainability and Green Procurement will meet on Friday, April 20th at 1:00 p.m. in Me ...
72. DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights Published 04/16/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local e ...
73. DEC SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT TO REVISE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR SHANDAKEN WILD FOREST Published 04/16/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is revising the Unit Management Plan (UMP) for more than 6,106 acres of forest preserve lands in the Shandaken Wild Forest. Located ...
74. E-file an Accurate and On-Time Return Without Falling Victim to Scammers Published 04/16/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today offered late-season tax filing tips to help taxpayers avoid scams and stress as the April 17 deadline approaches.  With ...
75. DEC ANNOUNCES WORLD FISH MIGRATION DAY EVENTS IN HUDSON VALLEY Published 04/16/2018 In celebration of World Fish Migration Day, a global initiative to create awareness about the importance of open rivers and migratory fish, the New York State D ...
76. Charitable Gaming Launches Licensing Portal Published 04/16/2018 The Division of Charitable Gaming of the New York Gaming Commission today announced the launch of a new feature on the Commission web s ...
77. Media Advisory Published 04/16/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will present a $2,500,000 ceremonial prize check to a Warwick man at the Kwik Mart where he purchased his life changing $2,500 a Week for Life scr ...
78. COMMISSION ISSUES PRELIMINARY APRIL 19, 2018 AGENDA Published 04/13/2018   Albany, NY – The Public Service Commission announced today that it will hold its ne ...
79. DEC ANNOUNCES 2018 EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES Published 04/13/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is commemorating the 48th/s ...
80. Invasive Pest Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Tompkins County Published 04/13/2018 The New York State’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) beetle has been fo ...
81. DEC ANNOUNCES CITY OF GENEVA IS NEW YORK'S 18TH CERTIFIED CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITY Published 04/13/2018 Supports Governor Cuomo’s Goal to Reduce Statewide Emissions 40 Percent by 2030 New York State Department of Environmental Conser ...
82. DEC RELEASES FINAL LAKE STURGEON RECOVERY PLAN Published 04/13/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the release of the final Lake Sturgeon Recovery Plan for N ...
83. State Agencies Partner to Complete Energy Saving LED Lighting Project at Cultural Education Center at Empire State Plaza Published 04/12/2018         View Vide ...
84. Binghamton Man Wins $1,000,000 on Lottery Scratch-Off Ticket Published 04/12/2018 Sixty-one-year-old Timothy Emmons of Binghamton says he only plays the Lottery about once a month.  Last month Emmons won a few dollars on some scratch-off tic ...
85. Call Center Hours Extended on Final Two Days of Income Tax Filing Season Published 04/11/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced that it’s extending the hours of its Income Tax Call Center to assist taxpayers through the April 17 filing deadline. ...
86. Media Advisory Published 04/12/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will present a $1,000,000 ceremonial prize check to a Binghamton man at the Mirabito where he purchased his life changing 88 Fortunes scratch-off ...
87. New York State Surplus Vehicle And Equipment Auction Scheduled In Poughkeepsie 4/18 Published 04/11/2018 The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) today announced that the following surplus vehicle, highway equipment, and miscellaneous property auction has ...
88. DEC Invites Public to Comment on Draft Lower Salmon River Restoration and Recreation Enhancement Plan Published 04/11/2018 Public Open House on April 26 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the release of the Draf ...
89. Katherine Nicholls has been designated as Chair of the New York State Council on the Arts Published 04/11/2018 New York, NY—The New York State Council on the Arts is pleased to announce the designation of Katherine Nicholls as Chair of the agency by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo ...
90. Media Advisory Published 04/11/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will present a $1,000,000 ceremonial prize check to a Binghamton man at the Mirabito where he purchased his life changing 88 Fortunes scratch-off ...
91. DEC ANNOUNCES OPENING OF SPRING TURKEY SEASON ON MAY 1 Published 04/11/2018 Spring turkey season opens May 1 in all of upstate New York north of the Bronx-Westchester County boundary and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) annual youth turkey hunting weekend ...
92. NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING HIGHLIGHTS OLDER VOLUNTEERS DURING NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK Published 04/11/2018 In recognition of National Volunteer Week, which begins April 15, New York St ...
93. Public Statement Hearings Scheduled for March 2018 Winter Storms Published 04/11/2018   ALBANY — The New York State Department of Public Service ...
94. Media Advisory Published 04/11/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will present a $1,000,000 ceremonial prize check to a Binghamton man at the Mirabito where he purchased his life changing 88 Fortunes scratch-off ...
95. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 04/11/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
96. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TODAY, APRIL 11, 2018 Published 04/11/2018 New Attractions Part of Governor Cuomo’s Adventure NY Initiative, Will Link Outdoor Recreational Attractions in the Ad ...
97. New York State Parks to Hire 1,000 Lifeguards Published 04/10/2018 The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) is hiring more than 1,000 new and returning lifeguards for the summer season at its swimming beaches and pools ...
98. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018 Published 04/10/2018 New Attractions Part of Governor Cuomo’s Adventure NY Initiative, Will Link Outdoor Recreational Attractions in the Ad ...
99. New York State Council on the Arts’ new website nominated for The 22nd Annual Webby Awards, “The Internet’s highest honor” Published 04/09/2018 New York, NY—The New York State Council on the Arts is pleased to announce that the agency’s recently redesigned website has been nominated for The ...
100. DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights Published 04/09/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local e ...
101. Can’t Meet the April 17 Tax Filing Deadline? Request a Filing Extension Published 04/09/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today reminded taxpayers to request an automatic extension of time to file if they are unable to submit a completed income tax return by the Ap ...
102. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 04/08/2018 Increased Police Presence and Simulated Firing to Take Place Near Saratoga Performing Arts Center Week of April 9 - 13 New York State Parks ...
103. DEC Issues Guidance to Homeowners to Avoid Problems with Bears Published 04/06/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance on how to prevent negative encounters with black bears. Nearly all negative bear ...
104. Whiteface Mountain Extends Skiing/Snowboarding Season Published 04/06/2018 WILMINGTON, N.Y. --- There’s still plenty of snow on the ground and more may be on the way this weeke ...
105. DEC: Cold Temperature Stress in Late Winter Causes Cyclical Fish Die-Off in Local Waterbodies Published 04/06/2018 Large numbers of dead and dying fish have been observed in area waters including Irondequoit Bay and the Erie Canal ...
106. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE IN SUMMER RECREATION Published 04/05/2018 Applications are now being accepted for seasonal lifeguard employment with the New State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).  New Yorkers that lo ...
107. Indian Point Closure Task Force to Hold 4th Meeting Published 04/05/2018   ALBANY — The New York State Department of Public Service (Department) ...
108. NEW YORK STATE PROCUREMENT COUNCIL TO MEET APRIL 18 Published 04/05/2018 The next meeting of the New York State Procurement Council has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 11 a.m. in Meeting Room 6, North Concourse, Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York. ...
109. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 04/05/2018 Increased Police Presence and Simulated Firing to Take Place Near Saratoga Performing Arts Center Week of April 9 - 13 New York State Parks ...
110. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 04/04/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
111. STATEWIDE INTEROPERABLE AND EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS BOARD TO HOLD MEETING ON APRIL 11, 2018 Published 04/04/2018 Pursuant to Public Officers Law Section 104, the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ -- Office of Interoperable and Emergency Com ...
112. New York State Surplus Vehicle And Equipment Auction Scheduled In Albany 4/11 Published 04/04/2018 The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) today announced that the following surplus vehicle, highway equipment, and miscellaneous property auction has ...
113. Lottery Winners from Queens and Long Island Split $23.4 Million in Prizes Published 04/04/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega and Anna Lichorat today presented $23,400,000 to New York’s newest Lottery millionaires.  The winners received their ceremonial prize checks at ...
114. Media Advisory Published 04/04/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega and Anna Lichorat will present $23,400,000 to New York’s newest Lottery millionaires.  The winners include a family of four that will split a $6 ...
115. Highway Contractors Recruit Apprentices Published 04/03/2018 Frankfort, NY (April 3, 2018) - The Empire State Highway Contractors Association, Inc. will conduct a recruitment from May 2, 2018 through April 3, 2019 for five ca ...
116. Roofers Recruit Apprentices Published 04/02/2018 Liverpool, NY (April 3, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Roofers, Local Union #195, will conduct a recruitment from May 2, 2018 through M ...
117. Media Advisory Published 04/03/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega and Anna Lichorat will present $23,400,000 to New York’s newest Lottery millionaires.  The winners include a family of four that will split a $6 ...
118. Two Extra Days to File with Tax Day on April 17 Published 04/03/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today reminded all taxpayers that they have two extra days to file their federal and state income tax returns this year. The deadline to file a ...
119. DEC ANNOUNCES 2017 DEER HARVEST RESULTS Published 04/03/2018 Hunters in New York State enjoyed another successful year, harvesting an estimated 203,427 deer during the 2017-18 hunting seasons Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil ...
120. GOER Announces Launch of New Leadership Development Program for State Employees at the Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy Published 04/03/2018 The Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) today announced the launch of the New York State Leadership Institute, a leadership development program for senior-level state employees, devel ...
121. Media Advisory Published 04/03/2018 The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega and Anna Lichorat will present $23,400,000 to New York’s newest Lottery millionaires.  The winners include a family of four that will split a $6 ...
122. Westchester Leaders Applaud Final State Budget Plan Authorizing $24 Million for Power Plant Closure Fund Published 04/03/2018   ALBANY — Today Westchester County leaders representing t ...
123. Two Companies Receive New York State Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Certification Published 04/03/2018 Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito today announced that the following two businesses have recently been certified by the Office of General Servic ...
124. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TODAY, APRIL 3, 2018 Published 04/03/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos and Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan will stock Six Mile Waterworks in the Albany Pine Bu ...
125. DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights Published 04/02/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local emergen ...
126. Millwrights Recruit Apprentices Published 04/02/2018 Rochester, NY (April 2, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the Eastern Millwright Regional Council, ...
127. APRIL IS "SAFE DIGGING MONTH" Published 04/02/2018   ALBANY —The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today announced that it is participating in the nationwide effort to recognize April 2018, ...
128. MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2018 Published 04/02/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos and Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan will stock Six Mile Waterworks in the Albany Pine Bu ...
129. DEC RELEASES 'ON THE FRONT LINES' VIDEO FEATURING ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST AND FOOD WASTE REDUCTION EXPERT GARY FEINLAND Published 04/02/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is proud to present the latest episode of 'On the Front Lines,' the agency’s video series profiling staff and the important w ...
130. NYS Tax Department Announces More Opportunities for Taxpayers to Obtain Free Tax Filing Assistance in New York City Published 04/02/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced two dozen more opportunities for eligible taxpayers in New York City to take advantage of free tax filing assistance from the N ...
131. NYS Tax Department Announces More Opportunities for Capital Region Taxpayers to Obtain Free Tax Filing Assistance Published 04/02/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced six more opportunities for eligible Capital Region taxpayers to take advantage of free tax filing assistance from the New York ...
132. NYS Tax Department Announces More Opportunities for Western New York Taxpayers to Obtain Free Tax Filing Assistance Published 04/02/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced four more opportunities for eligible Western New York taxpayers to take advantage of free tax filing assistance from the New Yo ...
133. DEC ANNOUNCES START OF ANNUAL SALAMANDER AND FROG MIGRATION Published 03/30/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today that the annual breeding migrations of salamanders and frogs are underway. Visit the DEC website for more informati ...
134. Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Recruit Apprentices Published 03/30/2018 Albany, NY (March 30, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, Local Union #2 (Albany), will conduct a rec ...
135. Elevator Constructors Recruit Apprentices Published 03/30/2018 Rochester, NY (March 30, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for The International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local Union #27, will conduct ...
136. State Parks Announces Expansion of Free Public Wi-Fi Published 03/30/2018 The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) today announced an expansion of the New York State Parks free public Wi-Fi program at select properties. This season, th ...
137. Tonight’s Mega Millions Jackpot is Now $521 Million Published 03/30/2018 The estimated jackpot for tonight’s Mega Millions drawing is now $521 Million, an increase of $19 M ...
138. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 03/30/2018 Who:             New York State Parks                      Toyota Motor North ...
139. MEDIA ADVISORY Published 03/29/2018 Who:             New York State Parks                      Toyota Motor North ...
140. Ironworkers Recruit Apprentices Published 03/29/2018 Syracuse, NY (March 29, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship Committee for Ironworkers Local Union #60 will conduct a recruitment from April 30, 2018 through April 26, ...
141. DEC PROPOSES NEW, DAY USE PERMITTING SYSTEM FOR VISITORS TO THE BLUE HOLE Published 03/29/2018 Proposal Would Require Permits on Weekends and Holidays e ...
142. New York State Parks Extends Empire Pass Special Sale! Published 03/29/2018 The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) today announced that the 2018 annual Empire Pass Card $65 sale will be extended through Sunday April 8. During the four-month ...
143. DEC ANNOUNCES FOREST RANGER AWARDS FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE Published 03/29/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the awards for the distinguished actions of 40 DEC span s ...
144. DEC Announces Fish Stocking and Free Fishing Program Scheduled April 3 Published 03/29/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) I FISH NY Program will hold its annual fish stocking and free fishing program at Albany’s Six Mile Waterworks on Tues ...
145. DEC ANNOUNCES OPENING OF NEW YORK’S 2018 TROUT FISHING SEASON Published 03/29/2018 DEC to Stock 2.26 Million Catchable-Size Trout in New York Waters State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Bas ...
146. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 03/28/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
147. DEC OFFERS FREE WATERFRONT LIFEGUARD COURSE Published 03/28/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that a free waterfront lifeguard course will be offered April 3 thro ...
148. Painters Recruit Apprentices Published 03/27/2018 Long Island City, NY (March 27, 2018) - The Finishing Trades Institute of New York will conduct a recruitment from April 27, 2018 through May 10, 2018 for 50 painte ...
149. DEC CONFIRMS SOUTHERN PINE BEETLE IN ALBANY PINE BUSH Published 03/27/2018 Despite Detections of SPB, Infested Trees Not Found North of Long Island   The New York State Department of Environmental ...
150. State Labor Department Releases Preliminary February 2018 Area Unemployment Rates Published 03/27/2018 The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for February 2018. Rates are calculated using methods prescribed by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statisti ...
151. Buffalo Tax Preparer Charged with Filing Fraudulent Tax Returns Published 03/26/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced the arrest ...
152. ** PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE ** Published 03/26/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. --- Day two of the fourth annual Miracle on Ice Fantasy Camp got underway in Lake Placid, N.Y., tod ...
153. Finishing Trades Recruit Apprentices Published 03/26/2018 Menands, NY (March 26, 2018) - The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the Finishing Trades Institute of New York at Albany will conduct a recruitment f ...
154. DEC to Amend Management Plans for High Peaks Wilderness and Vanderwhacker Mountain Wild Forest Published 03/26/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is amending the Unit Management Plans (UMPs) for the High Peaks Wilderness Complex and the Vanderwhacker Mountain Wild Forest to ad ...
155. Department of Civil Service Announces Hundreds of New State Government Internships for Upcoming Summer 2018 Session Published 03/26/2018 Student Internship Program Exposes Next Generation of Leaders to Public Service Careers p style="tex ...
156. ** Video Release ** Published 03/25/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. --- The 65 campers (45 returners and 20 first-time campers) arrived, in Lake Placid, N.Y, today, Su ...
157. New York State Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer Recognized as One of StateScoop’s Top Women in Technology for 2018 Published 03/23/2018 March 23, 2018, Albany, NY - The New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) announced today that Karen Geduldig, New York State Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer, was r ...
158. Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Congratulates 23 Graduates of New York State’s Fire Protection Specialist Academy Class Published 03/23/2018 The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Office of Fire Prevention and Control today introduced 23 graduates of its Fire Protection Speci ...
159. Engineers Recruit Apprentices Published 03/23/2018 Cicero, NY (March 23, 2018) - The Upstate New York Engineers Training Fund, Local Union #545 (also doing business as Local Union #158, District #545), will conduct ...
160. American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA) Announces 2018 Division II & III All-Americans, 2018 Division III Player of the Year & 2018 Division III Coach of the Year Published 03/22/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. --- Just one day ahead of the 2018 NCAA Division III Men’s Ice Hockey National Cham ...
161. PHOTOS: MEMBERS OF GOVERNOR CUOMO’S ADMINISTRATION PARTICIPATE IN ‘MARCH FOR MEALS’ EVENTS Published 03/22/2018 Albany, NY—Earlier this week, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo a href="https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announc ...
162. NYS OASAS ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF NEW RECOVERY COMMUNITY AND OUTREACH CENTER IN SYRACUSE AND RE-OPENING OF RECOVERY COMMUNITY AND OUTREACH CENTER IN ROCHESTER Published 03/22/2018 The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) today announced the grand opening of the CUSE Recovery Community and Outreach Center in Syracuse, and t ...
163. Laborers Recruit Apprentices Published 03/22/2018 Hawthorne, NY (March 22, 2018) – The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Westchester and Putnam Construction Craft Laborers, Local Union #60, will conduct a recruitment from April 30 ...
164. E-file for Free from Your Smartphone or Tablet Published 03/22/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today reminded eligible taxpayers of the ability to file their personal income taxes for free directly from their smartphone or tablet through ...
165. **MEDIA ADVISORY ** Published 03/22/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (March 22, 2018) --- Fifteen of the 19 remaining 1980 USA Hockey Team players will be back in Lake Placid, N.Y., Sunday through Wednesday, March 25-28, to partici ...
166. NYS Adds 28,700 Private Sector Jobs in February 2018, Reaches New Record High Published 03/22/2018 In February 2018, New York State’s private sector job count increased by 28,700, or 0.4%, to 8,151,800, a new record high, according to preliminary figures released today by the New York Stat ...
167. Sixteen Companies Receive New York State Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Certification Published 03/21/2018 Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito today announced that the following sixteen businesses have recently been certified by the Office of General Services’ (OGS) Division of S ...
168. Two New York State Top IT Leaders Recognized by Government Technology for Outstanding Leadership Published 03/21/2018     March 21, Albany NY  ...
169. DEC Invites Public to Comment on Draft Salmon River Fisheries Management Plan Published 03/21/2018 DEC Accepting Public Comments on Draft Plan until April 23, 2018 State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basi ...
170. Boilermakers Recruit Apprentices Published 03/21/2018 Floral Park, NY (March 21, 2018) – The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Boilermakers Northeast Area, Local Union #5, will conduct a recruitment from April 16, 2018 through Marc ...
171. Create an Online Services Account to Ease Tax Tasks and Enhance Communication with the New York State Tax Department Published 03/20/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today encouraged taxpayers to create an Online Services (OLS) account to more efficiently handl ...
172. DEC’S 2017 ANGLER ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS RECOGNIZE NEW YORK’S TROPHY CATCHES Published 03/21/2018 The State Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC’s) Angler Achievement Awards Program continues to gain popularity with New York anglers, Commissioner Bas ...
173. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 03/21/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
174. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 03/21/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...
175. 4rd Annual Miracle on Ice Fantasy Camp Begins Sunday in Lake Placid Published 03/20/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. --- Fifteen of the 19 remaining 1980 USA Hockey team players will be back in Lake Placid, N.Y., Sunday through Wednesday, March 25-28, to participate in the fourt ...
176. **MEDIA ADVISORY ** Published 03/20/2018 SARANAC LAKE, N.Y. (March 20, 2018) – Led by Saranac Lake’s own Chris Mazdzer, the United State ...
177. DEC Statewide Forest Ranger Highlights Published 03/19/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local e ...
178. DEC ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF NATIONAL ARCHERY IN STATE SCHOOLS TOURNAMENT Published 03/19/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the results from the 10th annual New York National Archery in the Schools (NASP) s ...
179. DEC and New York Natural Heritage Program Announce First-Ever Statewide Riparian Opportunity Assessment Tools Published 03/19/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos and the New York Natural Heritage Program (NYNHP) today announced the release of ...
180. More Spring Skiing & Snowboarding Fun at Belleayre, Gore & Whiteface Published 03/19/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. --- Winter is showing no sign of letting up, so get out and enjoy all of the late-season ...
181. OTDA Highlights Nutrition Programs for Older New Yorkers as Part of ‘March for Meals’ Campaign Published 03/19/2018 The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) today is highlighting the importance of good nutrition for older adults during an event in Syracuse, in support of the nation ...
182. PSC Issues Orders to Show Cause to Penalize Charter Communications and Potentially Terminate NYC Franchise Agreements Published 03/19/2018   ALBANY — The Chair of the New York State Public Service ...
183. DEC CELEBRATES PROPOSED ‘EMPIRE FORESTS FOR THE FUTURE INITIATIVE’ AT FORESTRY AWARENESS DAY Published 03/19/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today highlighted Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s proposed span style= ...
184. NCAA D III Men’s Ice Hockey National Championship Weekend Set for Lake Placid Published 03/18/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. – Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking its sixth national championship crown, while St. Norbert looks for their fifth when the 2018 NCAA Division III a href= ...
185. REINSTEIN WOODS OFFERS NATURE TECH ADVENTURES FOR KIDS Published 03/16/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in partnership with Friends of Reinstein Woods, is offering children a unique opportunity to explore a new side of nature through five ...
186. Saranac Lake Parade of Olympians March 21 Published 03/15/2018 SARANAC LAKE, N.Y. --- The Saranac Lake Women’s Civic Chamber, Olympic Regional Development Authority ...
187. PSC Allows Upstate Municipal Power Authorities to Charge Higher Electricity Rates for Heavy Electricity-Using Cryptocurrency Companies Published 03/15/2018 ALBANY — The New York State Public Service ...
188. PSC Dramatically Lowers National Grid’s Rate Request Published 03/15/2018   — Company’s Initial $407M Request Cut by $351 ...
189. PSC Rules Against Three ESCOs, OKs 4th ESCO to Serve Low-Income Customers Published 03/15/2018 ALBANY — The New York State Public Service ...
190. PSC Approves 4th Community Choice Aggregation Plan for Upstate New York, Expanding Options for Clean, Affordable Energy Published 03/15/2018 ALBANY — The New York State Public Service ...
191. DEC to Host Upper Delaware River System Trout Fishery Meeting on March 22 Published 03/15/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that it has rescheduled the March 13 public meet ...
192. PSC Expands Landmark Clean Energy Standard Published 03/15/2018 ALBANY & ...
193. ECAC Men’s Hockey Championship Weekend Available on BoxCast &?Eleven Sports Published 03/15/2018 BY: ECAC HockeyALBANY, N.Y. -- ECAC Hockey (@ecachockeyMWD1) announced that Friday and Saturday’s, March 16-17, ECAC Men’s Hockey Champions ...
194. Call Center Hours Extended Ahead of Sales Tax Deadline Published 03/14/2018 The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced that it will extend the hours of its call center on Tuesday, March 20, to assist taxpayers filing sales tax returns before the ...
195. Stanley Cup® & NHL awards to appear at ECAC Hockey Men’s Championship Published 03/14/2018 LAKE PLACID, N.Y. -- The most iconic trophy in sports, the Stanley Cupspan style="font-size: 12. ...
196. COMMISSION ISSUES FINAL MARCH 15, 2018 AGENDA Published 03/14/2018 Albany, NY – The Public Service Commission announced today that it will hold its next regular session beginning at 10:30 ...
197. DEC: Residential Brush Burning Prohibited in New York State Through May 14 Published 03/14/2018 Ban em ...
198. DEC ANNOUNCES START OF SECOND PHASE IN CLEANUP OF PROPERTIES NEAR FORMER GENEVA FOUNDRY Published 03/14/2018 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today that the second remedial construction season in the cleanup of properties in neighborhoods near the former Geneva F ...
199. ** PHOTO RELEASE ** Published 03/14/2018 LAKE PLACID (MARCH 14, 2018) --- If you’re looking for snow, Belleayre Ski Resort, in Highmount, N.Y. ...
200. DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights Published 03/14/2018 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wil ...