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Transformed $25M Lincoln Park Pool in Albany Completed
Governor Kathy Hochul today celebrated the completion of the $25 million rehabilitation of the historic Lincoln Park Pool in Albany, made possible through $10 million in support from the Governor’s innovative New York Statewide Investment In More...

CBP officers in Buffalo discover stolen firearm on U.S. citizen
BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Buffalo, Peace Bridge border crossing, encountered a male United States citizen in possession of a firearm that was stolen out of Florida. CBP officers encountered a...

One-Stop-Shop for Military and Veterans Interested in SUNY
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a one-stop-shop for active duty servicemembers, veterans, and family members currently enrolled or interested in attending any SUNY college or university. The landing page: www.suny.edu/military,...

B-Roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Announces Perry Homes I in Buffalo Welcomes First Residents
Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Phase I of Perry Homes in Buffalo’s First Ward has welcomed its first residents. When complete, Phase I will consist of 405 affordable apartments in 27 newly constructed buildings, replacing the...

Fusion Recovery Expands Comprehensive Methadone Treatment Services for Albany Residents
ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Fusion Recovery, a leading provider of innovative addiction treatment services, is pleased to announce the expansion of its methadone treatment program, now offering enhanced...

Perry Homes I in Buffalo Welcomes First Residents
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Phase I of Perry Homes in Buffalo’s First Ward has welcomed its first residents. When complete, Phase I will consist of 405 affordable apartments in 27 newly constructed buildings, replacing the...

'The Enemies Theory' book by Miguel A. Reyes-Mariano has been published
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A seasoned scholar combines a background in combat and social work to develop a new personal growth framework. A decorated military veteran and social worker who survived mortar...

The Albany Job Fair 2025 July 16th Features 1p-2p Veterans Hours and 2p-6p Public Hours
The Albany Job Fair returns Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 1pm to 6pm at the Holiday Inn Express, 400 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY ALBANY, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Albany Job Fair returns Wednesday, July 16,...

Tastytrade and zerohash Bring Instant Stablecoin Account Funding to Traders Globally
Chicago, Illinois, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tastytrade, the online brokerage firm created by traders for self-directed investors, announces today that it has enabled stablecoin account funding for investors across multiple stablecoins and...

WNY Bus Co. Prepares for New School Year with Summer Readiness and Community Initiatives
With the school year behind them, WNY Bus Co. shifts focus to summer preparations and community engagement across Western New York. BUFFALO, NY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With another successful school year in the...

Titan Mining On Track to Become the Only Fully Integrated U.S. Graphite Producer by Q4 2025
Gouverneur, N.Y., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Mining Corporation (TSX: TI; OTCQB: TIMCF) (“Titan” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update on the construction of its graphite processing facility for its Kilbourne Graphite...

We Buy Houses Company Rust Belt Cash Offer Opens New Office in Buffalo, NY
Buffalo, NY , June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rust Belt Cash Offer is excited to announce the opening of its new office at 50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1400, Buffalo, New York. This expansion allows the company to serve even more homeowners in the...

Governor Hochul Joins U.S. Representative Pat Ryan to Sound the Alarm on Devastating Impacts of Republicans’ ‘Big Ugly Bill’
New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said, “These cuts will have a devastating impact on all New Yorkers, leaving an estimated 1.5 million people in New York uninsured, stripping social and health care safety net services, driving...

Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) Expands into Products Enabling Rocket Propulsion in Defense and Space Market
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntec Optics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OPTX) (“Syntec Optics” or the “Company”), a leading provider of technology products to defense, biomedical, communications, and consumer industry leaders,...

Distraction-Free Schools: Governor Hochul, NYSUT and Capital Region School Districts Highlight Plans to Implement Bell-to-Bell Smartphone Restrictions This Fall
Assemblymember John T. McDonald III, RPh said, “The Governor's initiative to create a distraction free learning environment for our children was a critical initiative in this year's budget and for good reason. Our students and teachers and staff...

Statement From NYSDOT Region 5 Director Eric Meka On I-86 Bridge Rehabilitation In Chautauqua County
Contact: Ryan Whalen, (716) 847-3239 Release Date: July 18, 2025 Statement From NYSDOT Region 5 Director Eric Meka On I-86 Bridge Rehabilitation In Chautauqua County The New York State Department of Transportation appreciates the public’s patience...

Rivkin Radler and Liberty Partners Group Announce Strategic Affiliation
Uniondale, NY, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rivkin Radler and Liberty Partners Group have entered into a strategic affiliation to enhance the services available to their respective clients. Combining Rivkin Radler’s substantial and growing...

Attorney General James Announces Arrest and Conviction of Former Correction Captain for Social Security Fraud
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the arrest and conviction of Marc Silverman, Jr., 57, of Staten Island for fraudulently collecting over $200,000 of Social Security benefits for years. Silverman, a former Captain...

Next Round of Smart Growth Grants Announced
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $3.8 million in funding available to communities and not-for-profits in the Adirondack and Catskill parks. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in partnership with the Department...

150 NY Districts Plan Smartphone-Free Schools
Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted growing momentum for New York’s implementation of distraction-free schools this fall, as nearly 150 school districts statewide have already submitted their plans for bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions –...