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Two current members of the Oneonta Common Council are running for the position. Republican candidate Len Carson and Democratic candidate Mark Drnek discussed their vision for the city in a debate Wednesday.
“This is something that’s with us every single day. It affects our relationships, it affects our behavior, and it will continue to for quite some time.”
“We definitely recommend for this election that voters do their homework…know what these proposals are.”
“It flies as well, but it’s a weak flyer. So the main way it moves from place to place over long distances, is through human movement.”
“We’re at higher risk of these issues by virtue of seeking health care in a system that does not serve us.”
“This will allow people who have not properly registered to vote, to be able to register to vote on the day of the election, and cast a ballot.”
“(The state attorney general) had a motive to draw every possible inference against the governor, who was a political rival.”
“15 simple words, each person shall have a right to clean air and clean water and a healthful environment.”
“What Jay Jacob did was wrong, it was very disturbing, clearly unacceptable and it was hurtful.”
“It’s safer, safer for motorists, safer for highway safety workers and more cost-effective than a quarter-million dollar truck.”
“They’re worried about inflation, they’re worried about jobs, they’re worried about all sorts of things. world affairs.”
The New York Court of Appeals ordered the state pay the additional money 15 years ago, but the decision was never fully carried out.
Gun ownership is on the rise nationwide, and with the biggest jump being among Black people, some of them have started gun clubs.
“We know that the vast majority of people who go through the criminal court system in New York State, are lower income individuals.”
“They’re trying to figure out how to make their inventory as accessible to their customers as they can.”
“At the end of the day, it was getting resources to counties that were struggling each and every day.”
Governor Hochul, who was virtually unknown before she took over, has a 55% approval rating, according to the Marist College poll.
The decision only allows health care workers to request religious exemptions to the mandate, for the time being.
A combined shortage of labor, material, and transportation has made it difficult for stores like Tops and Wegmans to keep many items in stock.
“You go back to the 1930s when thousands of people in Syracuse of Italian extraction, gave their nickels and dimes and quarters to build that monument.”
The increase expected in natural gas prices locally, and around the world is partly attributed to the global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
As immunity wanes, more vaccinated people in Pa. are getting sick with the virus.
“At the end of my term, whenever it ends, no one will ever describe my administration as a toxic work environment.”
The law will require better addiction treatment for prison inmates, and divert some offenders into rehab programs instead of jail.
The new Cannabis Control Board wants to ramp up New York’s recreational marijuana industry, that’s expected to roll out next year.
“Prisons are a hotbed of infectious disease transmission they have been for since they’ve been designed and utilized.”
Cuomo never submitted the book contract to the panel, and the full commission never voted to approve the arrangement.
The money will come from a $4.5 billion settlement reached earlier this year with Purdue Pharma, and the Sackler family.
“We have a governor who has proven she can do the job and do it with distinction. We have a governor, who by any measure has earned our support.”
A shortage of veterinarians in New York State is making it difficult for people to find care for their pets.
“I think the decision has been made not to eliminate it, that we’re going to accept it.”
All of the state’s hospitals are required to have an emergency staffing plan in place to make up for shortages, and the Governor questioned whether those plans were deployed.
COVID-19 is adding stress to Pennsylvania’s underfunded behavioral health care system.
“I’m the most prepared person to assume this responsibility, and I am going to ask the voters at some point for their faith in me again.”
The fire last weekend is considered suspicious, and investigators are looking into it.
The governor estimates that hundreds of hospitals workers have been laid off or suspended for refusing the vaccine.
“These folks here get an ultimatum and a pink slip, and a kick in the butt and sent out the door. It’s wrong.”
Treatments include “trap-trees” with a synthetic insecticide, a full-year applied pesticide, and treating any egg masses with a soybean-based product.
When asked directly at the end of the event if she was running for governor next year, James jokingly interrupted the questioner and took her exit.
About 97% of students enrolled at SUNY schools across New York have complied with the mandate, according to a SUNY spokesperson.
Dr. Bassett was previously the commissioner of health for NYC, but left to lead Harvard’s François-Xavier Bagnoud Center for Health and Human Rights.
Next week, Barlow will kick off a solo tour with three dates in Rochester, Ithaca and Buffalo.
“We provided them with access to resources and really talked to those individuals one-on-one to reassure them.”
“I’ve spent my entire career, most of my life, pushing and advocating and fighting on behalf of the people and against injustice and inertia.”
“I’m hoping we can manage through that and not have a tremendous number of people in any one department who are missing.”
The order allows licensed health care professionals in other states and countries, as well as retired workers and recent graduates to practice in New York.
The cause of the fire is listed as suspicious but still under investigation. Cameras reportedly showed a person on the back porch.
“Gasoline and diesel fuel vehicles are responsible for smog, toxic particulate matter that drives adverse health outcomes.”
“They can be prosecuted up to 25 years in prison if they’re convicted of running a trafficking ring. So it puts teeth.”
The state has issued guidance that would prevent unvaccinated health care workers who are fired to collect unemployment.
Later, speaking to reporters, the governor said she wanted to intensify the focus on reviving downtown areas in struggling cities.
The Rochester police served the officer with departmental charges, but it was not specific about what kinds of charges were filed.
“It does not have to happen, my friends, it does not have to happen. What is looming for Monday is completely avoidable and there are no excuses.”
“I think I made very clear on my first day in office that I’ll be looking to build a new team. There will be other changes forthcoming.”
The pandemic caused an unprecedented number of temporary and permanent job losses, with over 4.7 million New Yorkers collecting benefits.
There have been calls for Howard Zucker’s removal over decisions he made during the COVID-19 pandemic, like decisions related to nursing homes.
Lee Zeldin is currently the favorite for the nomination among leaders from the Republican party; county chairs designated him as the presumptive nominee.
60 percent of parents also revealed they’d prefer having remote learning as an available option, full or part time.
“I would be remiss not to note that over the last couple of years, there has been a great change, but they’ve really put a burden on our boards.”
“This is a major, major initiative to deliver clean, healthier air and more electricity to New York City.”
The compounds, known as Neonicotinoids, or “neonics,” have been widely used during the past 15 years in a pre-treatment for corn, soy and wheat seeds.
“You’re not going to restore the trust of the people of New York if you keep playing the same games over and over.”
Instead of unveiling just one proposed set of maps, the commission released two versions.
“If you’re watching the national news, the scariest announcements coming out every morning are the number of children contracting Covid.”
Some physicians believe that since the disease is more prevalent in people of color, it’s historically received far less attention and research dollars.
“There’s clearly something going on in households where people still feel they can get by.”
“There still is a digital divide, particularly in rural parts of the state, and for lower-income New Yorkers.”
“We believe this step will result in a flurry of attempts to circumvent the well-reasoned vaccination requirement.”
“I guarantee I did not know I was pregnant with my first child at six weeks. I actually went on a whitewater rafting trip.”
“And unfortunately, the vast majority of the changes have been for the worse, not for the better.”
“I feel confident that the College is poised for even greater success in the years to come.”
“98% of all farms in New York are family owned. I think in order to keep that number so high…the milk prices definitely need to go up.”
Agriculture is one of biggest sectors of New York State’s economy. Yet people of color are largely left out of it.
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“The biggest challenge for our hospitals is not…the beds. Just like last year, it’s staffing. Staffing is now what we need.”
They can cause a lot of different problems. One of the things we see with that is significant damage to the liver, a lot of times.”
“I think we’re having a good fair, it could be a little busier, but we’re having a good time, and we’re going to be okay.”
“There should be something in the legislation that allows for the public to comment remotely. This legislation doesn’t do that.”
“Just as the liberty bell is an enduring symbol of the American struggle for freedom, the justice bell is the struggle for women’s equality.”
“They’re the ones that live here. They’re the ones that have a voice.”
“Now, the landlord gets to have a hearing. I think that goes a long way, and the landlord has a say in court now.”
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Not only is the Legislature expected to extend the moratorium, they’re also set to make changes to the law to comply with a recent Supreme Court ruling.
It is entirely up to Pope Francis regarding his acceptance of the resignation and when it will become effective.
“Everything that we anticipated could happen is happening. I don’t think the president is in a position to be able to lead right now.”
“(We need) a person that’s going to make a change. I don’t care what their sex is. If you have a heart to serve the people, and that’s what you do, I’m for you.”
“I am in talks with the Senate Majority Leader and Assembly Speaker to call a special session to address the impending eviction crisis.”
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo may be out of office, but his legal troubles aren’t over just yet.
“I never in a million years would have imagined I would be standing here as the lt. governor of the state of New York. But God has bigger plans for me.”
“If we don’t make these jobs worthwhile for these caregivers, there isn’t going to be someone to care for us when we need care.”
“He super-glued his seat belt shut and drove his car into the Mohawk River….I lost my son because he missed a 20-dollar Medicaid payment.”
The new COVID-19 death toll numbers of about 55,400 people is in line with the death certificate data provided to the CDC.
Much of the focus of the hearing was the Joint Commission on Public Ethics, or JCOPE, the state’s current ethics agency.
Both Gillibrand and Hochul have roots in Upstate New York, and they both face the challenge of pulling New York state out of a pandemic.
Now, for the first time in state history, two women and one man will be in the room where major pieces of legislation are negotiated.
“I believe that we will need mask mandates for children to go back to schools. And that will have to be universal, it will be statewide.”
In the past, Hochul has been a supporter of gun rights, even earning a favorable rating from the National Rifle Association
“We have an unfortunate history here in New York state that continues, and we need to turn that around.”
“The attorney general’s report was designed to be a political firecracker on an explosive topic.”
Henri’s lingering over the Northeast today — bringing even more rain and possible flooding to parts of New York and southern New England.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 10 years in control of the New York governor’s office comes to a close today.
The past few days averaged below 40,000 visitors compared to record numbers in 2019.
“If you look at what’s happening in the school alone, you’re talking multi-million dollars worth of damages throughout our communities.”
“Some workers have worked like this for more than 20 years. They deserve time with their family. They deserve to rest. They deserve this extra time for them.”
The National Weather Service estimated that flooding of Tuscarora Creek would exceed historic levels, potentially topping the levy.
The Senate Majority Leader said the most important thing now is to get all Americans and Afghans who worked with the U.S. out of the country.
“You can transmit to other people. The odds are you’re going to do fine if you’re vaccinated and infected, but the person you infect may not do fine.”
“When mom gets the vaccine, she develops antibodies that do cross the placenta and provide a degree of protection to the newborn.”
“We literally created a vaccine within a year, and that’s like unheard of. The fact that it’s new, played a role in me not wanting to get the vaccine.”
Both proposals would encompass more than 1,700 square miles and cover dozens of known shipwrecks.
The Assembly dropped the probe on Friday after advice from attorneys that it wouldn’t be legal to impeach Cuomo after he’s left office
The new requirement applies to all health care workers in New York, regardless of employer.
Luticha Doucette of Rochester explains why President Biden’s $400 billion plant to boost home health care funding is crucial for people with disabilities.
The Dept. of Financial Services says that as in prior years, the continued increase in health care costs is the main driver of premium rates.
As of July 23, 2021, 1,242 new business certificates were filed with the Onondaga County Clerk this year. That’s over two times as many as this time last year.
The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to partially lift a ban on evictions for renters in New York state, which was set to expire this month.
“I’m the most prepared person to assume this responsibility, and I am going to ask the voters at some point for their faith in me again.”
Syracuse will require masks regardless of vaccination status and require proof of vaccination for all employees or regular testing.
“I’ve been in this business long enough to know that it’s not in the purview of the New York State governor to dictate to the New York State Assembly.”
“At the end of my term, whenever it is, no one will ever describe my administration as a toxic work environment.”
The investigation brought down the governor less than a year after he won an Emmy Award for his famous coronavirus briefings.
“There is a lot there. You know, we didn’t just investigate sexual misconduct allegations like the Attorney General. We have investigations in several other areas that are pending.”
“I loved my job, but the hours were crazy. We literally pulled all-nighters when they were in session. You have a child, there’s nobody to watch the kids.”
“She’s a quick study, very smart, very energetic, and has her experience. I think she will step in and not miss a beat.”
“It was a shock at first, then it went from shock to being flat, to a little anger, but now I’m at, ‘Let’s just get this over with.’”
To better understand the concerns of Black, Hispanic and rural residents, the group conducted a series of interviews and focus groups.
While Canada has taken a major step in reopening its border, the U.S. has not yet offered the same welcome to Canadian travelers.
“I mean, they’re adorable, but unfortunately… these two tiny birds [could] cause the livelihoods and the property values of a lot of people.”
“You want to make sure things are right, but also done in an expeditious manner. And, you know, I believe that this is going to be dealt with in weeks.”
“There has been no open-minded fact-finding in this case.”
“It was the right thing to do. The governor needs to be held accountable.”
“What we need to do the soonest is to get Cuomo out of power because of the way he uses it, like a weapon.”
“We will cooperate fully with the Albany sheriff and turn over all evidence related to this complainant.”
“There is an urgent need for timely advice and supervision flowing from the State Department of Health to local and school officials.”
The fair reserves its right to pivot, if increasing numbers force new regulations to avoid spread of the coronavirus.
“I think it’s extremely realistic for the committee to be considering articles of impeachment by early September. And then the Assembly would have a vote.”
“I will not be distracted from that job. We have a lot do to. We still have to manage the Covid beast. It is not dead yet. It is not over.”
“The Governor’s conduct in this regard is unremarkable: Democratic and Republican politicians, male and female alike, use handshakes, hugs, and kisses to connect with others.”
“No elected official is above the law. The people of New York deserve better leadership in the governor’s office. We continue to believe that the Governor should resign.”
Democrats will decide whether to move forward with impeachment charges against the governor. They’ve been building their own report to determine whether that’s the right move.
“I wore a mask for year, it’s not the biggest deal in the world. I could get this delta variant, and I could spread the delta variant. So, better safe than sorry, I’m going to wear a mask.”
“They want to have safety in their workforce, they want to provide a safe environment for their customers, but they also want to be adequately staffed.”
“Students who are parents prioritize feeding their children over getting their own meal in order to make their tuition payments.”
Survivors say it’s not too late to file a claim, but some would like another legal window sometime in the near future.
“Parents can rest assured that sending their child to camp will not mean sending them away from expert mental health care should they need it.”
“It’s just crazy. It’s here. It’s already here. People are already smoking it. Let us just go and get a legal substance from a safe provider.”
“We’re holding them accountable and delivering more than $1 billion more into New York communities ravaged by opioids for treatment, recovery, and prevention efforts.”
By age group, Generation X caregivers spent the most money, at more than $8500.00 in out of pocket expenses, while Generation Z and Millennials spent a larger share of their total household income.
Children younger than 12 will be allowed to enter Canada with their parents or guardians if they follow public health guidelines.
“We don’t love all of them, truthfully.”
“Why is this so important? Because whether you know it or not, almost every device, every machine you own, depends on a chip.”
Zeldin was one of four Republican members of Congress from New York who voted against certifying the results in Pennsylvania and Arizona.
“Last year we had a lot of downtime, literally.”
“The market certainly is much tighter than it has been in the past. There’s no doubt about it.”
Cuomo denies the charges, and when he was first accused in late winter apologized if his actions had been misinterpreted.
“My case is gonna be made with 3 million registered Republicans who are gonna decide who they feel is their most electable, conservative Republican to take on the Democratic machine.”
“It’s going to have an enormous impact within this community just helping families make ends meet.”
Sturgeon are native to Lake Ontario and the Genesee River, but habitat loss and overfishing decimated the population, causing it to dwindle to almost nothing by the early 1900s.
“JCOPE was set up in a way to fail.”
“I can’t tell you how eager I am to tell my side of the story and the time will come.”
SUNY is pushing vaccine awareness campaigns and encouraging students and faculty to use vaccine clinics on campus.
The AP finds that other states, including Pennsylvania, report death numbers that mirror the CDC numbers, and count all cases where COVID is either the cause of death or a contributing factor.
Governor Cuomo, who has an antagonistic relationship with the left of his party, says he and Eric Adams come from the “same political philosophy.”
The Diocese has acknowledged more than 100 of its priests as being credibly accused of abuse. Nine are currently on leave pending investigations.
“We would like him to remove all dirty fossil fuel solutions, including, for example, the combined heat and power plants, which run on fracked gas. That, under Mr. Tonko’s definition, is clean energy,”
Although the Congressional maps for 2022 aren’t determined yet, 2020 candidate Kyle Van De Water says he is running again.
“When the state is engaged in a contract with an organization that has a history of discrimination, that’s inappropriate.”
“There was a concern that was brought to our attention. About whether or not Open Meetings Law applies to hearings.”
“Sixty-three percent of Earned Income Tax Credit recipients spent some, or all of their payment on paying down debt.”
The call for public input is a departure from previous redistricting commissions, which have operated largely in secret.
“We must shed light on the unspoken traumas of the past. No matter how hard it will be.”
Black people in the Finger Lakes region face stark health disparities as a result of racism and the way it manifests, a problem magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Adult Survivors Act would create a one-year look back window for cases of adult sexual abuse. That’s similar to the Child Victims Act, legislation passed in 2019 targeted at victims of child sex abuse.
New York state aims to have 70% of electricity used, coming from renewable resources by 2030.
About $4.3 billion will be distributed to nearly every state in the nation to help fund prevention, treatment and recovery programs; New York will get $200 million.
The suspension by the District of Columbia Court of Appeals and a New York state appellate court stems from Rudy Giuliani’s attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
New York is among the states agreeing to end the fight to halt a controversial Purdue Pharma bankruptcy plan. The deal shelters members of the Sackler family from opioid lawsuits.
On July 29, ten service areas will close to start work on the first phase of the project.
Former President Donald Trump told the Onondaga County Conservative Party last month, that he’ll help campaign for a challenger against Katko.
This comes as opioid overdoses and gun violence surge across the state.
“Review some of the soft-on-crime pieces of legislation that have been passed in the last few years. I think the combination of all of those policies is having a big effect on this increase in violent crime.”
On Monday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that fully vaccinated Canadians returning to the country from the U.S. would no longer need to quarantine.
Claudia Tenney is among 168 other members of the House of Representatives in presenting a brief to the Supreme Court pushing for loosened restrictions on who can receive a concealed carry permit.
“Gun Violence is not only taking a human toll. It’s taking an economic toll. So we have no choice but to address it. It’s the right thing to do.”
“It’s running on a common sense agenda that can bring people together of all party affiliations. We know we can’t run with some right-wing agenda that has any sort of extreme tendencies.”
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