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NYS Division Of Consumer Protection Provides Tips To Save On Transportation Costs

February 15, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is providing tips to help consumers reduce spending on transportation costs.

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DEC Announces Second Successful Year Of Youth Deer Hunt Pilot Program

February 15, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced results of the second year of a pilot program allowing mentored 12-and-13-year-old hunters to harvest deer with a firearm or crossbow. The results show youth big game hunters enjoyed another safe, successful, and well-attended season afield.

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UUP Calls For More Funding To Stabilize 19 Suny Campuses And Teaching Hospitals At Albany Advocacy Day

February 14, 2023 Contributor

United University Professions (UUP), the nation’s largest higher education union, today held a “Love Your SUNY” themed advocacy day in Albany to highlight UUP’s 2023 legislative agenda and the future of public higher education in New York State.

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DEC Announces Annual ‘Buffer In A Bag’ Program

February 14, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that the application period for the Trees for Tribs’ “Buffer in a Bag” program is now open. Qualifying private and public landowners may apply for a free bag of 25 tree and shrub seedlings for planting near streams, rivers, or lakes to help stabilize banks, protect water quality, combat climate change, and improve wildlife habitat.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $84 Million To Help New York Communities Address Emerging Contaminants in Drinking Water

February 14, 2023 Contributor

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced more than $83.7 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to address emerging contaminants, like Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), in drinking water in New York.

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Winona Forest Recreation Association Snowfatshu Bike Race A Wintery Success

February 14, 2023 Mike Johnson

In the skier’s lingo, it was a “bluebird “day, meaning bright blue, clear skies overhead. A perfect Winter day for racing on firm snow, the type of snow ideally suited for fat, low pressure bike tires and snowshoes.

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Four Keys To Prevent Car Theft

February 14, 2023 Contributor

Car thefts are on the rise! According to the latest figures from the Insurance Information Institute, there were an estimated 810,400 thefts of motor vehicles nationwide in 2020—an 11.8% increase from 2019. In 2020, New York state ranked 13 for the number of car thefts, with the top five states for vehicle thefts including California, Texas, Florida, Colorado, and Washington. Police in many regions in New York are reporting an up-tick in car thefts this year.

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The New York State Department Of Labor Establishes Career Development Ambassador Program

February 13, 2023 Contributor

The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) today announced its partnership with the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to launch the Career Development Ambassador Program. Schools play a crucial role in developing the state’s workforce.

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The Beacon Supports Autism 5k

February 13, 2023 Contributor

Once again The Beacon Executive Suites has been named top sponsor of the 8th Annual “Irish Out Run Autism” 5k, slated for Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

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Drivers Will Love The Drop In Gas Prices

February 13, 2023 Contributor

Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.42, down 5 cents since last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.49. The New York State average is $3.52, down 4 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.68.

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