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Escape From New York: Retirees Don't Want to Stay Here
"HireAHelper" released its annual report showing California and New York had the dubious distinction of losing the most retirees to other states. The Golden State lost 18% of retirees to new states while here in the Empire State 11% of every person that retired hit the road for greener pastures.
An 'Act' of Compassion
More surprisingly was that her veto pen fell on a vastly changed version of the legislation, which was updated to assuage the Governor's concerns over the Act's overhyped impact on the State's hospitals and insurance industry.
Socialist Aligned Politicians Push Taxpayer Funded Health Care for Illegals in NY
Right now many are ineligible to receive taxpayer funded healthcare due to federal regulations and restrictions. This state law would relax those rules and provide free healthcare for illegal immigrants. It directs the State Health Commissioner to modify rules to give migrants exemptions from federal regulations so they can receive healthcare.
Juvenile Justice Overhaul? New York's Quiet Push for Juvenile Record Expungement
The bill, which aims to include records held by local educational agencies in the expungement process for PINS cases when proceedings conclude favorably for the respondent, parallels the state's controversial bail reform. Critics argue that the bill's quiet progression through the legislative process and its potential impact on public safety echo concerns previously raised about bail reform, which some believe has contributed to increased crime rates in New York.
Special Olympics New York Saved From The Fiscal Chopping Block
Special Olympics New York President and Chief Executive Officer Stacey Hengsterman shared her mission of asking Governor Kathy Hochul to include increased funding in her proposed Executive Budget to the New York State Legislature.
Suffolk County Residents Encouraged to Claim Share of $27 Million in Unclaimed Gift Cards
This announcement is particularly relevant to Suffolk County, where residents are owed over $5 million in unclaimed funds from gift cards. This figure is part of the nearly $40 million owed to New York City residents and over $10.8 million to those in Long Island, highlighting the widespread issue of unclaimed financial assets in the state.
Funds Flow for Battered Beaches
Coming to Long Island for a press conference with local officials, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $5 million for shoreline stabilization at Brookhaven Town's ocean beaches and repairs to Overlook Beach in Babylon. She also promised funds to repair damage and clean up debris at the state's Gilgo Beach Park, where the storms uncovered the remains of an old Coast Guard Station. Approximately 50,000 cubic yards of sand will be placed at the park entrance and other access points to make the beach safer for the summer season.
USO - Part I United Service Organization
The USO was founded on February 4, 1941 by Mary Ingraham in response to a request from President Franklin D. Roosevelt to provide morale and recreation services to U.S. uniformed military personnel. It was established as an American non-profit-charitable corporation that provides live entertainment, such as comedians, actors, and musicians, social facilities and other programs to members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. President Roosevelt was elected as its honorary chairman. He requested that the organization bring six civilian organizations together for a start: the Salvation Army, YMCA, (Young Women's Christian Association), National Catholic Community Service, National Travelers Aid Association, and the National Jewish Welfare Board. They were brought together under one umbrella to support U.S. troops, as opposed to operating independently as some had done during the First World War. The organization was incorporated in New York on February 4th with the first facility erected in DeRi
Frazer Dougherty--Pioneer of Public Access TV in Suffolk
"A Celebration Of A Bold Life" was the title of a memorial for an extraordinary person—a pioneer of public access television in Suffolk County, indeed the lead creator of a model for public access TV in the nation. Frazer Dougherty died in September at 101.
Capitol CCTV Footage Unveils Discrepancies in January 6 Trial, Suggesting Gaps in Government Narrative
Capitol CCTV Footage Unveils Discrepancies in January 6 Trial, Suggesting Gaps in Government Narrative
Electric Vehicles Face Winter Challenges Amidst Broader Push for Adoption
Electric Vehicles Face Winter Challenges Amidst Broader Push for Adoption
Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act: A Republican-Led Initiative to Ensure Transparent Federal Settlements
Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act: A Republican-Led Initiative to Ensure Transparent Federal Settlements
Prominent Catholic Group Enters Chicken Fight Fray
Prominent Catholic Group Enters Chicken Fight Fray
Hochul Calls for Crackdown on Five Finger Discounts
Hochul Calls for Crackdown on Five Finger Discounts
Long Island Lawmakers Cry Foul on Migrant Money
Long Island Lawmakers Cry Foul on Migrant Money
Another Legal Monkey Wrench Thrown to Stop Congestion Pricing
Another Legal Monkey Wrench Thrown to Stop Congestion Pricing
Englebright Sets Environmental Agenda for Suffolk
Englebright Sets Environmental Agenda for Suffolk
Jeopardy Answer Puts Senator Murray in the Spotlight
Jeopardy Answer Puts Senator Murray in the Spotlight
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Suffolk Cuts Wait for Police Entrance Exam
Suffolk County taxpayers looking to join one of the nation’s largest police departments won’t have to wait four years for their shot anymor