New York State
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Storm Inflicts over “$100 Million” in Damage on Town of Highlands, West Point – Senator Charles Schumer
A recent storm has caused extensive damage to the Town of Highlands – which includes the United States Military Academy (West Point), as well as the villages of Highland Falls, NY and Fort Montgomery, NY. West Point, the renowned U.S. military academy, was assessed by U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, Congressman Pat Ryan, […]
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Storm Triggers Flash Floods in Rockland, Orange Counties, One Drowns, Highways Close, Millions in Damage, Governor Declares Emergency
The National Weather Service reports that the Sunday’s storm system hit the Hudson Valley with as much as eight inches of rain in areas This story is being updated as it develops. HIGHLAND FALLS, NY – A slow-moving storm system brought heavy rain across a wide section of New York State on Sunday evening, flooding […]
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Orange County Storm Update: Senator Skoufis Calls for FEMA Declaration, Governor Hochul Declares State of Emergency
Orange County NY storm devastates Town of Highlands, West Point, surrounding areas In the wake of a calamitous rainfall and ensuing destruction in Orange County, which claimed at least one life and obliterated critical infrastructure, New York State Senator James Skoufis called for the Federal Government to issue a Federal Emergency Management Agency declaration. Gov. […]
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NYS Senator Bill Weber Visits Rockland Chambers of Commerce
MONTEBELLO, NY – In a recent virtual meeting with the Rockland Chamber Alliance, New York State Senator Bill Weber (R,C 38th) outlined his vision for bolstering the business community and reversing the outward migration of residents and businesses from the state. Born in Pearl River and a lifelong resident of Rockland County, Weber brings 20 […]
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NY State Senator Harckham Calls for More Federal Support Amid Rising Immigration Influx
In response to the growing number of migrants being relocated to New York City each week, New York State Senator Pete Harckham has called for increased federal support to address the ongoing immigration issue. He emphasized the need for humane treatment and kindness for the thousands of people migrating across the southern border of the […]
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Senator Skoufis Establishes State Monitor for Orange County IDA
Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) announced the creation of a monitor within the State Inspector General’s office to provide enhanced oversight of the Orange County Industrial Development Agency (OC IDA). The new monitor, negotiated by Skoufis as part of this year’s state budget, will be empowered to overrule the OC IDA’s tax break packages if […]