Collins, Ortt help re-open Buffalo Niagara Gun Range
A local business owner expanded — despite federal red tape — thanks to assistance from a pair of Western New York Republican legislators. Thomas Kulwicki, owner of Alessi Holsters, a…
Ortt, local officials kick off Red Ribbon Campaign
NIAGARA FALLS — In a joint effort to combat the opioid crisis and raise awareness about the drug abuse issues facing our communities, State Sen. Rob Ortt, local officials and…
Niagara Falls methadone clinic to receive $150,000 in state aid
NIAGARA FALLS — The Northpointe Council’s methadone clinic at the Trott Access Center will receive $150,000 in state funding to assist with an expansion project, state Sen. Rob Ortt announced…
Ortt appointed to counter-terrorism task force
ALBANY — State Sen. Rob Ortt has been appointed as a member of the Senate Majority Task Force on Counterterrorism and Public Protection. Senate Majority Leader John Flanagan announced the…
Niagara County libraries benefit from $62.5K in aid
Niagara County libraries got a boost today in the form of $62.500 in state aid. The funds, secured by State Sen. Rob Ortt as part of this year’s budget, will…
Ortt requests assistance for Lockport business ravaged by fire
ALBANY — State Sen. Rob Ortt has asked for assistance from the Small Business Association for High Tread International, the Lockport company ravaged by fire earlier this month. Ortt penned…
Sen. Rob Ortt calls for review of Shawnee Road
ALBANY — New York State Sen. Rob Ortt is asking for an official review from the New York State Department of Transportation on a stretch of road that saw two…
Ortt pushes bill to cut ‘red tape’ for businesses
NORTH TONAWANDA — State Sen. Rob Ortt joined local business advocates and employees of Audubon Machinery at the North Tonawanda factory today to push for his proposed Red Tape Reduction…
Canal lift bridges to get updates
ALBANY — A pair of lift bridges in Orleans and Monroe counties will be rehabilitated as part of the state’s five-year Department of Transportation capital plan. The $7.8 million in…
3D (distracted) driving simulator to appear in Niagara Falls
NIAGARA FALLS — Following a successful showing in Buffalo on Wednesday, AT&T’s “It Can Wait” 3D virtual reality simulator will make an appearance today in Niagara Falls State Park. A…