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Volunteer firefighter shortage leads to proposed stipend program in New York State
20+ hour, 37+ min ago (166+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " State lawmakers are working to solve New York's volunteer firefighter shortage. The bill would let local governments establish stipend programs for their volunteer firefighters. In March, fire officials spoke in Albany over what they're calling a public safety crisis…...
New York Senate bill could open 11, 000 acres of Livingston County forest land to solar and wind development
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (460+ words) AVON, N. Y. " A bill working through the New York State Senate could open state forest lands to windmills and solar panels without county or town approval. News10 NBC's Garrett Chan went down to Livingston County, where if passed, four different forest lands…...
New York commits $50 M to expand renewable energy workforce training programs
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (131+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " New York State is committing $50 million toward expanding the renewable energy workforce. The money will be used to funding training programs and expand job opportunities. Leaders say it will help with providing hands-on opportunities. "NYSERDA is helping prepare New…...
Green energy goals face scrutiny as New York lawmakers debate costs and deadlines
3+ week, 5+ day ago (323+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " As New York faces looming deadlines to increase renewable energy sources and lower emissions under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), concerns about cost and feasibility are prompting discussions among state lawmakers and the governor about potential…...
Local leaders assure public of readiness as winter storm approaches New York
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (297+ words) GREECE, N. Y. " Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for New York in anticipation of a storm expected on Sunday. Local leaders met Friday to prepare the public for the snow. City and county officials emphasized safety during the storm....
Guide to New York State health care laws that go into effect in 2026
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (337+ words) ALBANY, N. Y. " A new year means new laws in New York State, including several that aim to make medical treatment more affordable. Starting on Jan. 1, insurers will be required to cover medically necessary'Epi Pens'and to cap out-of-pocket costs at $100 per year…...
Disabled veterans in New York may get some tax relief
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (105+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Disabled veterans in New York may soon receive some tax relief due to a recent state bill. Governor Kathy Hochul signed a new bill into law, granting a complete property tax. .. Disabled veterans in New York may get some…...
New York National Guard members who served in 9/11 are now eligible for disability benefits
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (165+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Members of the Army and Navy New York National Guard (NYNG) who responded on 9/11 and who were on state active duty during it can now register for the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs World Trade…...
AG James sues UPS, claiming company underpaid seasonal workers in New York
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (123+ words) ALBANY, N. Y. " New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing UPS, accusing the company of cheating seasonal workers out of millions of dollars. James claims that UPS underpaid thousands of holiday workers across the state by failing to record all hours,…...
Still waiting on your New York inflation refund check? Here's what you need to know
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (349+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Some New Yorkers are still waiting for their "inflation refund" checks from the state. While the majority have gotten theirs, a few are experiencing delays. The state says more than 8. 2 million checks have been mailed, with the last mass…...