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Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation into Civilian Death in Nassau County
New York Attorney General
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September 4, 2025
NEW YORK – The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of James Rosano, who died on September 3, 2025 following an encounter with members of the Nassau County Police Department...
B-roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Celebrates Universal School Meals Program in Effect During First Week of 2025-26 Academic School Year
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 5, 2025
Earlier today, Governor Hochul visited Manorhaven Elementary School on Long Island to celebrate the launch of New York’s Universal School Meals Program during the first week of the 2025-26 school year. A cornerstone of the Governor’s affordability...
Governor Hochul Celebrates Universal School Meals Program in Effect During First Week of 2025-26 Academic School Year
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 5, 2025
State Senator Shelley Mayer said, “The start of a new school year is an exciting time for students, families, and our school communities. As Chair of the Senate Education Committee, I am proud that this year, New York’s children can head back to...
Greenbacker names Daniel de Boer as CEO and Carl Weatherley-White as CFO, further solidifying the team leading Greenbacker through its next phase of growth and profitability
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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September 4, 2025
NEW YORK, Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company LLC ("Greenbacker"), an energy transition-focused investment manager and independent power producer (“IPP”), today announced the appointment of Daniel de Boer as...
Cracking Down On Illegal Vape Sales
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 3, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the largest criminal vape enforcement action in New York State history, resulting in over a dozen arrests and a total of 38 criminal charges for illegally shipping vaping products in violation of state law....
Fall Foliage Travel Season Begins
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 3, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State. Autumn is historically one of New York's most popular travel periods, thanks to one of America's longest and most colorful foliage...
Attorney General James Releases Footage from Investigation into Death of Emilson Ordoñez-Banegas
New York Attorney General
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September 3, 2025
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today released body-worn camera footage that her office obtained as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Emilson Joan Ordoñez-Banegas, who died on July 13, 2025 following an...
Advancing Nuclear Workforce in NYS
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 4, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the convening of an advanced nuclear energy workforce roundtable in New York City. The event, hosted by the New York Power Authority, brought together leaders from across New York, the U.S. and Canada for a...
Strengthening Worker and Labor Protections
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 6, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to strengthen and expand labor protections statewide. The package of bills will help create good paying union jobs and strengthen protections for workers across the state. In the absence of a functional...
Pet Food Ingredients Market to Hit USD 118.21 Billion by 2035, Fueled by Premium Nutrition and Ingredient Innovation
EIN Presswire
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September 2, 2025
Pet Food Ingredients Market Research Report By Category, By Ingredient, By Use-Case, By Distribution Channel and By Regional - Forecast to 2035. NEW YORK, NJ, UNITED STATES, September 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global Pet Food Ingredients...
PIMCO Closed-End Funds Declare Monthly Common Share Distributions
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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September 2, 2025
NEW YORK, Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund’s common shares as summarized...
Benefits of the Statewide Cell-Phone Ban
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 7, 2025
Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul was a guest on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream. The Governor discussed the first week of the statewide cell-phone ban in effect. AUDIO: The Governor’s remarks are available in audio form here. A rush...
Innovative Air Encourages Westchester County Homeowners to Switch to Electric HVAC Systems
The News Front
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September 3, 2025
Westchester County, New York – As energy costs rise and environmental concerns grow, more New York homeowners are considering the transition from fossil fuel–powered heating systems to modern, electric HVAC solutions. Innovative Air, a leading...
Syracuse STEAM High School Opens Doors to Students
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 3, 2025
In anticipation of welcoming its first tranche of students, Governor Kathy Hochul today celebrated the grand opening of the Syracuse Science, Technology, Arts and Math High School — Central New York’s first regional technical high school, which...
M&T Bank and NextCorps Launch New Round of Scholarships for Aspiring Tech Entrepreneurs
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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September 4, 2025
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- M&T Bank and NextCorps, a non-profit that helps innovative technology companies launch and grow, have announced the renewal of the M&T scholarship. The initiative plays a crucial role in...
Landmarks Illuminated Red, White, and Blue for Labor Day
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 1, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 17 landmarks across New York State will be illuminated red, white, and blue in honor of Labor Day. “The hardworking men and women of labor are the backbone of New York – and today we honor their daily...
Recognizing September as Suicide Prevention Month
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 2, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation today recognizing September as Suicide Prevention Month in New York and outlined some of the initiatives that have made the state a national leader in reducing these tragic deaths. Additionally, Governor...
A More Affordable NYS for Workers and Employers
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 1, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted New York's labor and workforce accomplishments in celebration of Labor Day. Governor Hochul has worked diligently to ensure that New York State is a safe, affordable place to work, live and raise a family....
$28M to Advance Energy Efficiency
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 5, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that nearly $28 million has been awarded to advance 10 energy efficiency and electrification projects as part of the State’s Empire Building Challenge. The awarded partners collectively represent more than 123...
Rehabilitating Key Bridges in the Lower Hudson Valley
New York State Office of the Governor
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September 5, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that work is underway on a $16.4 million project to rehabilitate four highway bridges in the lower Hudson Valley, improving resiliency, easing travel and reducing noise pollution along important routes for...