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Federal Assistance Announced for Long Island Residents and Businesses Affected by Flooding
Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday, November 27th, that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will offer low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, and businesses in Suffolk and Nassau Counties...
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Federal Assistance Announced for Weather-Affected Franklin and St. Lawrence Counties
Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday, November 26th, that residents and businesses in Franklin and St. Lawrence Counties, affected by severe weather from August 8-10, 2024, are now eligible for...
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Governor Hochul Signs Laws to Enhance Public Safety and Combat Crime
Governor Kathy Hochul signed three significant pieces of legislation to strengthen public safety in New York on Tuesday, November 26th. The new laws aim to combat hate crimes, enhance anti-violence...
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Mayor Adams Calls for Legislative Reforms After Stabbing Spree Highlights Mental Health Failures
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has intensified his call for legislative reforms following a stabbing spree in Manhattan that claimed three lives after being asked questions by New York...
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New York Declares November 26 as Sojourner Truth Day
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation on Tuesday establishing November 26th as Sojourner Truth Day in New York. This annual commemoration honors the abolitionist and women’s rights advocate, born in Ulster...
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Damian Williams Announces Resignation as U.S. Attorney
On Monday, November 25th, Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced he would resign from his position at 11:59 p.m. on December 13....
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NYC DOT Adds 500 New Loading Zones to Alleviate Double Parking and Traffic Congestion
The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) announced the completion of 500 new loading zones across the five boroughs on Monday, November 25th. This initiative responds to public...
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Brooklyn Church Deacon Removed After Racist Remarks Undermine Trust and Church Values
Deacon Dean Dobbins was relieved of his duties as the temporary administrator of Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Brooklyn after racist and offensive...
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Mayor Eric L. Adams Op-Ed: The Updated Financial Plan Puts Working-Class New Yorkers First and Makes Our City Safer and More Affordable
From day one, we have put New Yorkers first, working to make this city safer, more affordable, and more livable. Thanks to our strong fiscal management — including saving nearly...
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