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From the Assembly: Donate blood at 11th annual Lifesavers Blood Drive
For many, summer is all about relaxation and taking a much-needed vacation. Whether it’s loading up the car and taking the family to the beach, embarking on an adventure to a new place or soaking up...
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From the Assembly: Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program connects seniors to...
We are fortunate in this area to have access to so much homegrown produce — from maple syrup to onions, to fresh peaches and sweet corn. This time of year there are many opportunities to take advantage...
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From the Assembly: E-recycling event is July 29
In today’s era of ever-changing technology, it’s common to have old TVs, computers and electronics laying around your house collecting dust. The challenge is that local trash collections do not include...
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From the Assembly: Heastie’s tour an opportunity to spotlight CNY as emerging...
It was a great privilege this week to welcome Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie to our region and show him some of Central New York’s most innovative programs and businesses. Our region is fast becoming...
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From the Assembly: NY must protect the rights of people with disabilities
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the nation’s most comprehensive civil rights law that addresses the challenges people living with disabilities face, was signed into law 27 years ago on July...
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From the Assembly: Voters to decide on constitutional convention
Pursuant to our State’s Constitution, every 20 years a referendum is required to be placed on the ballot asking New York State voters whether New York should convene a constitutional convention for the...
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From the Assembly: Legislation promotes Central New Yorkers’ health and safety
With this year’s legislative session now complete, I’ve listed some of the legislation I authored to help Central New Yorkers. While the future of health care and insurance coverage is being debated...
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From the Assembly: We must never stop working to support victims of abuse
Each minute, nearly 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner in this country; an act of sexual assault occurs every 98 seconds. These aren’t just statistics on a page — these heinous acts...
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From the Assembly: Drone films, craft beer competitions add fun to New York...
One of Central New York’s — and New York State’s — most exciting traditions is the Great New York State Fair. This year, with one day added, visitors can attend the fair between Aug. 23 and Sept. 4,...
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From the Assembly: The Great New York State Fair has much to offer
Central New Yorkers associate the end of summer with the New York State Fair. This historic and prized tourism event is ever-changing and evolving to best represent the State and all of the wonderful...
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From the Assembly: The fight for full women’s equality continues a century later
The fight for women’s equality has deep roots here in Central New York. In 1848, the nation’s first women’s rights convention was held right up the road in Seneca Falls. Organized by pioneering figures...
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From the Assembly: 529 ABLE savings accounts available now to people with...
Individuals with disabilities and their family members now have a new way to save and plan for future expenses. New Yorkers can now open a tax-deferred 529 Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE)...
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From the Assembly: More outdoor recreation in schools would improve...
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to chair the Assembly Republican Hunting and Fishing Task Force. During that time, the task force held forums and listened to outdoor enthusiasts throughout the...
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From the Assembly: Ninth annual volunteer fair is Sept. 19
In a sense, volunteering truly is a cornerstone to developing a better community. It allows individuals to share their experiences, knowledge and talents while making personal connections and enhancing...
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From the Assembly: New bill aims to reduce liability for agri-tourism
Agricultural tourism is a growing component within New York’s $6.36 billion agriculture industry. More and more farms are inviting the public to have a firsthand experience on the farm and hosting farm...
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From the Assembly: Back-to-school — Drivers should be extra cautious
The back-to-school rush is upon us and this year, I want to remind everyone that while schedules may become hectic, keeping the safety of our students in mind should be our top priority. As students...
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From the Assembly: Report shows shrinking labor force Upstate
Unemployment rates are often viewed as an indicator of how the economy is doing. While these rates provide valuable insight on economic activity, because of how the unemployment rates are calculated,...
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From the Assembly: Youth Big Game Weekend provides hands-on learning opportunity
Upstate New York has some of the best hunting, trapping and fishing in the country with thousands of lakes, ponds, rivers, streams and millions of acres of forest and open space that are rich in...
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From the Assembly: Allowing youth firsthand experience in government empowers...
I am often invited to speak to school-aged kids and during these visits a common question kids have for me is what does it means to be a good citizen. The question itself is inspiring because it means...
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From the Assembly: Utilizing the Thruway to help CNY commuters
While there is much debate over the future of Interstate 81, we can all agree that no matter the build option chosen, traffic in Central New York will be disrupted for several years during the...
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