Schumer pushes for funding to get the lead out
WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer is urging the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to approve $5.1 million in federal funding through two separate federal grant…
State flags to fly at half staff ‘in solidarity with the people of Florida’
ALBANY — Gov. Andrew Cuomo today directed that all flags flying at state government buildings be lowered to half staff in respect of the 50 people who lost their lives…
Ortt pushes for Niagara County representation on NFTA
ALBANY – The New York State Senate unanimously passed legislation that would ensure Niagara County residents have a voice on the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) board, State Sen. Rob…
Robert Moses Parkway gets new name, park gets funding
NIAGARA FALLS — The Robert Moses Parkway will be renamed the “Niagara Scenic Parkway” as part of a plan to enhance the Niagara Falls State Park, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced…
Ortt-sponsored bill would punish child neglect, mistreatment
ALBANY – The New York State Senate today passed legislation sponsored by North Tonawanda Republican Sen. Rob Ortt designed to help ensure appropriate punishment for cruel and repeated mistreatment of…
State tourism campaign to highlight Niagara Falls, Rochester, Ellicottille
ALBANY — A new I Love NY advertising campaign will promote travel throughout New York State’s 11 vacation regions, encouraging New Yorkers and visitors to take advantage of the state’s…
$15 M secured for flood prone Harlem Road Bridge
WASHINGTON D.C. – Funding of $15 million has been secured for repairs to Harlem Road Bridge located on Route 240 in Erie County. The funding — sought by U.S. Senators…
Corwin pushes heroin issue in Assembly — again
ALBANY — Assemblywoman Jane Corwin continues to push the Assembly leadership to move forward on the issue of heroin and opioid epidemic plaguing communities across New York State. The Clarence…
Wojtaszek to head local OTB
Former Niagara County Republican Party Chairman Henry Wojtaszek will take the role of president and CEO of the Western Regional OTB, the corporation announced today, succeeding Michael D. Kane, who…
Independence Party backs Alexander in NT race
NORTH TONAWANDA — The Niagara County Independence Party will back the candidacy of acting City Attorney Katherine D. Alexander in the Lumber City, Party Chairwoman Susan Agnello Eberwein announced Wednesday…