New York

Prince Andrew Slammed by Virginia Roberts Giuffre's Father Who Says He's a 'Coward' for Trying to Dismiss Sexual Abuse Case

Virginia Roberts Giuffre's father has spoken out about his daughter's sexual abuse case against Prince Andrew.
Yolanda Vega Retirement: 4 Things You Probably Didn't Know About New York Lottery Icon

Yolanda Vega Retirement: 4 Things You Probably Didn't Know About New York Lottery Icon

After more than three decades of handing out checks to the lucky lottery winners in New York, the iconic Yolanda Vega stepped down from her role.
Local Area Unemployment Rates*(%)  December 2020 and December 2021 (Not seasonally adjusted)

New York State Labor Department Releases Preliminary December 2021 Area Unemployment Rates

The unemployment rates in December 2021 were lower in every New York State county compared to a year ago.
El Chapo Trial: Sinaloa Cartel Boss' Life Sentence Upheld by U.S. Appeals Court

El Chapo Trial: Sinaloa Cartel Boss' Life Sentence Upheld by U.S. Appeals Court

A U.S. appeals court has upheld the life sentence of Sinaloa Cartel leader Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Loera after his request for a new trial was dismissed.
NYS Department of Labor

New York State Department of Labor Launches New Social Media Account to Improve Accessibility for Spanish-Speaking New Yorkers

The New York State Department of Labor (NYS DOL) has launched a new Twitter account to improve accessibility for Hispanic New Yorkers.
Total Nonfarm & Private Sector Jobs

NYS Economy Added 45,400 Private Sector Jobs in December 2021

NYS job growth more rapid than nation’s for second straight month. According to preliminary figures released by the New York State Department of Labor, the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 45,400, or 0.
idobi Network

idobi Network Brings Its Punk-Rock Attitude to New York City’s Lower East Side

idobi Network, the go-to alternative music platform, has brought its new brand identity to the New York City floor. Twelve billboard windows plus a building topper - dedicated to its premier streaming radio programming - have taken over the Lower East Side, between Delancey and Bowery Streets.
The New York Disability Advocates

NYDA Applauds New York Gov. Kathy Hochul for Prioritizing Individuals With Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities in Executive Budget

The New York Disability Advocates (NYDA) applaud Governor Kathy Hochul for prioritizing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in her 2022 Executive Budget.
The New York Virtuoso Singers

Maestro Harold Rosenbaum, The New York Virtuoso Singers Present All the Choral Movements From J.S. Bach’s Cantatas 25 Through 37 - Live and Online on February 5

Maestro Harold Rosenbaum and The New York Virtuoso Singers will present the third event of their 2021-22 New York City season live in concert and online on February 5.
Gov. Kathy Hochul

New York Caring Majority: 'Hochul Missed Chance to End Home Care Crisis — Budget Leaves Seniors & Disabled People in Danger'

Failure to fund home care wages ensures seniors and disabled people will be left without care & forced into dangerous nursing homes. New York Governor Kathy Hochul missed opportunity to put women, seniors and disabled people first.
Asian American Federation

Asian American Federation Deeply Saddened by 'Senseless Tragedy' at Times Square Subway

"We are deeply saddened by the senseless tragedy that took place this morning at the Times Square subway station. We send our sincerest condolences to the victim's family and friends during this trying time."
An elderly resident walks with the help of a nurse

Fair Pay for Home Care Act Reaches Democratic Majority in State Senate & Hits 71 Dem Sponsors in Assembly

With Majority Leader Peoples-Stokes’ support, Fair Pay for Home Care Act reaches 71 Democratic Assembly sponsors — five short of Democratic Assembly Majority. In State Senate, Fair Pay for Home Care Act reaches Senate Majority with 32 Democratic Senate sponsors. New York State faces worst homecare shortage in the nation — forcing seniors and disabled people into dangerous nursing homes.
The Canticum Novum Singers

Maestro Harold Rosenbaum, The Canticum Novum Singers Present All the Choral Movements from J.S. Bach’s Cantatas 13 Through 24 - Live and Online on January 29

The Canticum Novum Singers, Harold Rosenbaum, Conductor and Artistic Director, will present all the choral movements from J.S. Bach's Cantatas 13 through 24 live in concert and online on January 29, with piano accompanist Will Healey at St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Manhattan, Amsterdam Ave. between 99th and 100th Streets in New York, NY.
LUNAR NEW YEAR

The Year of the Tiger Roars

The Postal Service Issues New Stamp Celebrating the Lunar New Year. The U. S. Postal Service will hold a special event to commemorate the Year of the Tiger at 11 a.
 Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul

Elected Officials, 1199, AARP Call on Hochul to End Home Care Crisis — Gov’s SOTS Does Not Raise Wages for Home Care

New State Senate report will reveal 60% of open health care jobs are in home care sector — leaving seniors and disabled New Yorkers in danger. Report will show most pressing cause of worker shortage is inadequate pay.
Look Ahead America

LAA Holds Justice for J6 Candlelight Vigil in New York

Look Ahead America (LAA) held a Justice for J6 candlelight vigil in New York on January 6 in addition to the national vigil in Washington, DC, at the Central Detention Facility, 1901 D Street SE.
Gov. Kathy Hochul

NY Caring Majority on Gov. Hochul’s State of the State: 'Hochul Took Important First Step Toward Addressing Home Care Crisis'

"We urge Hochul to support the Fair Pay for Home Care Act, which would wipe out the state’s home care shortage”
Statement of New York Disability Advocates on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2022 State of the State

Statement of New York Disability Advocates on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2022 State of the State

The New York Disability Advocates (NYDA) applauds Governor Kathy Hochul for including New York's healthcare and human services sectors in her 2022 State of the State address.
Donald Trump’s Eldest Children Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump Subpoenaed for New York AG’s Tax Fraud Probe of Family Company

Donald Trump's Eldest Children Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump Subpoenaed for New York AG's Tax Fraud Probe of Family Company

New York Attorney General Letitia James has sent subpoenas to Donald Trump's eldest children, Donald Trump Jr. and Ivanka Trump.
 Look Ahead America

LAA Announces New York State Focus

Look Ahead America (LAA) has announced that the team of volunteers in New York, led by State Volunteer Coordinator Tom O'Connor, will be launching an initiative surrounding election integrity throughout the state.
New York State Land Title Association Applauds Gov. Hochul, State Legislature on Passage and Signing of Remote Online Notarization Law

New York State Land Title Association Applauds Gov. Hochul, State Legislature on Passage and Signing of Remote Online Notarization Law

Remote notarization in New York State will be allowed for paper and electronic documents. Remote online notarization law will have added levels of security, allowing for safe and secure transactions for consumers wherever they are.
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