TOWN OF THOMPSON, NY — Environmental conservation officers responded to illegal burns in several counties before and after a statewide ban on residential brush burning took effect.
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3/30/24
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — If the Social Security Administration (SSA) overpays a monthly benefit, it will not be able to recover more than 10 percent—or $10, whichever is greater—of the …
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3/30/24
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ALBANY, NY — Six villages in New York State have been designated as being in fiscal stress.
The Village of Saugerties in Ulster County was classified as being in “significant fiscal …
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3/30/24
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ALBANY, NY — New York’s mental health crisis has escalated, according to a report released on March 27 by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
More than 3.2 million adults in New …
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3/30/24
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MONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Legislature’s Public Works Committee has asked the NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) to improve the safety of a dangerous Wurtsboro intersection.
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3/23/24
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SCRANTON, PA — U.S. Attorney Gerard M. Karam recently hosted meetings with Jewish leaders in Scranton and in Harrisburg to discuss their concerns about the recent increase in antisemitic speech …
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3/23/24
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HARRISBURG, PA — Two bills passed by the Pennsylvania senate would allow athletic trainers to offer a broader range of health care services than is now permitted.
Senator Lisa Baker …
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3/23/24
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MONTICELLO, NY — New York State's burn ban went into effect last week and continues until May 14.
Sullivan County Fire Coordinator John Hauschild says open burning isn’t just …
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3/23/24
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ALBANY, NY — New York’s Move Over Law has expanded to include all vehicles. Starting on March 27, drivers must slow down and move over when passing any vehicle stopped on the shoulder. …
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3/20/24
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Bushkill firefighters extinguish three-alarm blaze
BUSHKILL, PA — The Bushkill Volunteer Fire Company battled a fierce house fire on Mallard Lane in Lehman Township on Sunday.
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3/20/24
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TOWN OF TUSTEN, NY — A Queens man was found dead in the woods near the Tusten Mountain Trail, according to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
The 57-year-old from Maspeth, …
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3/20/24
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ALBANY, NY — Pharmacists in New York State may now provide three types of hormonal contraception medications without requiring a prescription.
Participating pharmacists could be …
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3/19/24
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ALBANY, NY — The American Red Cross is calling on donors to make and keep blood and platelet donation appointments before busy spring break and Easter holiday plans ramp up.
Those who give …
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3/19/24
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HARRISBURG, PA — In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs reminds drivers that purchasing an “Honoring Our Women …
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3/19/24
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HARRISBURG, PA — With the spring thaw comes more potholes on roads and bridges.
Extreme fluctuations in temperatures can contribute to more potholes on local roads. To help combat potholes …
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3/19/24
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Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund reopens
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund has reopened for homeowners struggling as a result of pandemic-related financial …
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3/19/24
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — After an Alabama Supreme Court ruling put in-vitro fertilization (IVF) in jeopardy, U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) cosponsored the Access to Family Building Act.
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3/19/24
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Liberty gets $1 million for commercial corridor
LIBERTY, NY — Sullivan County has secured a $1 million federal infrastructure grant for improving water access on the Old Route 17 …
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3/19/24
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MILANVILLE, PA — Milanville Montessori will be accepting toddlers from 18 months to three years old when it opens later this year. The school’s target launch date is September 3.
The …
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3/18/24
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MONTICELLO, NY — “It has come to our attention that some legislators are not in favor of maintaining the Adult Care Center under county management,” says the Senior Legislative …
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3/18/24
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