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SNAP recipients who lost power during storm can get aid
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Households must report the loss to their county Department of Social Services within 10 days of losing power.
Government
Lawmakers seek to double governor’s proposed wage hike for human services providers
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The State Assembly, in its one-house budget resolution, is proposing an 11% cost of living adjustment for those workers in the upcoming fiscal year.
Economy
More Than 400 Broome County Residents Apply For NY Rental Assistance Program
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The legislation that created the program dictated that a minimum of 35 percent of the funds are reserved for applicants outside of New York City, but only through its first 30 days.
Affordable Housing
Tenants Push Need For More, Safer Low-Income Housing
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“Those properties, to be honest, should really be condemned, but people have to live there because it’s the only place that they’re able to afford.”
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Services For Disabled New Yorkers Burdened By State Budget Cuts
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Created just two years ago, the centers coordinate services including therapies, behavioral health specialists, job placement and recreational opportunities for their clients.
Economy
Upstate’s Salvation Army Donations Down 24%
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“It’s not like it used to be. People are shopping online more and more and having it delivered.”
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PA Budget Would Add $400-Million To Human Services
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Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf’s $34.1 billion proposal includes a $400 million increase to the Department of Human Services. That takes the total ask to $12.9 billion for the agency, which administers an array of programs such as medical assistance, food assistance and mental health and substance abuse services.