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Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Development And Improvements On Loan Program Modernization To Expand Access To Capital For Small Businesses

May 12, 2023 Contributor
Today, following the recent finalization of two new rules aimed at closing gaps in capital access for America’s small business owners, Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice for America’s 33 million small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet has announced streamlined lender procedures and other details on implementation.

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New York Department Of State Announces Fourth Meeting Of NYS Commission On African American History Will Take Place In Buffalo On June 12

May 11, 2023 Contributor
The New York Department of State today announced that the fourth public meeting of the New York State Commission on African American History will take place in Buffalo on June 12 to show support for the community in the wake of the one-year anniversary of the mass shooting at Tops Friendly Market. The Commission’s mission has been to recognize and acknowledge the past and to generate ideas and action plans to fully acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of African Americans and Black New Yorkers within our society. The theme of this next meeting – “Looking Back While Moving Forward: Recognizing the long-standing presence, rich contributions and pride of African Americans in Western New York” – continues that focus with a specific emphasis on Buffalo and the Western New York region.

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Emergency Heating Assistance Deadlines Extended

May 10, 2023 Contributor
National Grid Consumer Advocates are alerting low-income customers in New York state that time is running out to apply for emergency heating assistance if they are struggling to pay their winter bills. Customers who receive benefits from the Home Energy Assistance Program may be  eligible for up to two emergency benefits to address past-due balances, but they must act quickly as the program closes on May 19.

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Dec Reminds Water Recreationists To ‘Clean. Drain. Dry.’ Watercraft To Protect Waters From Aquatic Invasive Species

May 10, 2023 Contributor
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded boaters to clean, drain, and dry their boats and trailers and disinfect their fishing gear before recreating in New York’s waters to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic invasive species (AIS). Watercraft inspection stewards (boat stewards) are deploying across the state to educate and assist the public in cleaning equipment this season to prevent the introduction and spread of non-native plants and animals in New York waterbodies.

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