ALERT: Waiver process introduced for duck races
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced today a waiver process to allow charitable organizations to hold gaming fundraisers — include duck races — on the state-owned Erie Canal. State Sen. Rob Ortt,…
State ducks charities, Ortt offers solution
ALBANY — Several area charity duck races planned for the summer had to be canceled because the state told them they were running afoul of the law. The state considered…
Lockport blood drive planned for Tuesday
LOCKPORT — The American Red Cross will hold a community blood drive from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at Cornerstone Arena. The drive is being held to boost blood…
Prescription drug drop boxes added in Niagara County
There are three new drop-box sites for area residents to dispose of unwanted and expired prescription drugs in Niagara County. The drop boxes are designed to protect the communities by…
Ortt unveils college affordability plan
BROCKPORT — State Sen. Rob Ortt unvieled a plan on Monday designed to help college students in New York better afford a higher education. During a press conference at The…
Ortt plans to unveil college affordability bill
BROCKPORT – State Sen. Rob Ortt will make an announcement on Monday at SUNY Brockport regarding a college affordability bill he plans to introduce to the New York State Senate.…
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…
Ortt honors Town of Niagara veteran
ALBANY — State Sen. Rob Ortt honored United States Air Force veteran Ron Bassham, 81, during a special ceremony in the state’s capital on Tuesday. The Town of Niagara resident…