Month: August 2023

News

International Lake Ontario–St. Lawrence River Board And International Niagara Board Of Control To Host Virtual Public Meetings To talk About Lower Great Lakes

August 23, 2023 Contributor
The International Lake Ontario–St. Lawrence River Board and International Niagara Board of Control will host two virtual public meetings, one in English and one in French, to share the most up to date forecast for the Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence River basin and discuss ice boom installation for the upcoming winter. These meetings are essential to provide information on water levels and flows, operational decisions by the Board, and hear from members of the public to better understand the impacts current water levels have on their community.

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Racing News

Fulton Speedway: 6:00 P.M. Race Time. Double Modified And Hobby Stocks Features, H2No Boat Race, Plus Backpack Giveaway Highlight Saturday, August 26 Race Program

August 23, 2023 Contributor
One of the most fun nights of the season will take place on Saturday, August 26, at the Fulton Speedway when Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux, Burdick Ford, and Burkes Home Centers present a night of high-speed racing, capped off with the wild and unpredictable fan favorite H2No Boat Race. 

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US Senator Chuck Schumer

Schumer Secures $4 Million In Fed Funding For Port Of Oswego To Expand Operations, Purchase New Equipment, Boost Rail Infrastructure, And Strengthen Upstate NY Businesses Access To Global Markets

August 22, 2023 Contributor
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer today announced that the Port of Oswego has been awarded a $4 million grant through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to improve rail infrastructure and purchase new cargo handling equipment. Schumer says this funding will provide the harbor with essential equipment and railroad upgrades, leading to 19 new jobs, increased export capacity, and better access to global markets for local businesses.

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News

55th Annual American Dairy Association North East Butter Sculpture Unveiled: Dairy Every Day Is A Healthy Way – Keeping Kids’ Health On Track

August 22, 2023 Contributor
“Dairy Every Day is a Healthy Way – Keeping Kids’ Health on Track” is the theme of the 55th Annual Butter Sculpture at the New York State Fair. This year’s butter sculpture, sponsored by Wegmans, highlights the important nutritional role dairy foods play in helping brains, bones and bodies grow.

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News

DEC And NYSERDA Announce Sept. 15 Labor Stakeholder Roundtable On Cap-And-Invest Program To Reduce Climate Pollution

August 22, 2023 Contributor
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) today announced a roundtable with labor stakeholders to advance the development of the State’s Cap-and-Invest Program to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change.

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News

New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Highlights Consumer Protection Resources Available To New Yorkers

August 22, 2023 Contributor
For this week’s Tuesday’s Tips, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection highlights its resources that help consumers navigate today’s evolving marketplace. The Division of Consumer Protection is committed to assisting, protecting, educating and empowering New Yorkers and offers a variety of resources and tips to help New Yorkers stay safe and informed of their rights as consumers.

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