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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

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

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

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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Oswego Daily News

Wall Located In Oswego River Off Limits To Fishermen, Change Made By Oswego Common Council

Fishermen angling upstream in the Oswego River will now encounter changes; the city-owned wall in the middle of the Oswego River near the switchback will now be off limits, according to a resolution passed during the Oswego Common Council meeting held Monday, April 8.

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