Michael Mroziak

It won't be long after the start of a new year when astronomy buffs can enjoy the first of a few special events that will take place in the sky.

She also spoke about the task of having to assist so many wounded individuals.

Under the proposal unveiled Sunday, individuals who commit "serious crimes" would be denied the ability to obtain a gun license in New York State.

Veterans in New York State who received less-than-honorable discharges that can be linked to their sexual orientation may have state veteran benefits restored, under legislation signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo.

"I think that has to be faced, and sooner rather than later. I would probably be the one to make that ultimate call, but I would want to make sure there wasn’t any other reasonable option.

"We're all hurting in some way, even if it's not personal, as members of families, as friends. We have to develop a sense of openness and trust, as family members do."

Under the so-called Purple Heart Flag Act, such an official standard would be created and, as part of federal facilities flag protocol, displayed on specific days.

Overall, annual suicides increased by 43.6 percent between 2005 and 2017. Among veterans, that increase was 6.1 percent.

Under the proposal, voters would need to present a form of identification before casting a ballot, such as a driver's license, passport, military ID card, or other government-issued ID document.

The remains of Coast Guard Lieutenant Thomas James Eugene Crotty, known by friends and loved ones as "Jimmy," were returned Friday in a solemn ceremony at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.