Monthly Archives: March 2015

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-6-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 6, 2015

This weekend, clocks get pushed ahead 1 hour as part of Daylight Savings Time, & the Firemen’s Association of New York urges all New Yorkers to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure that they are functioning properly. … Continue reading →

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-6-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 6, 2015

Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that his office is offering tips to consumers for using crowdfunding websites such as GoFundMe, to make charitable and other donations. The sites, which allow users to post fundraising solicitations and receive donations, are changing … Continue reading →

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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-5-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 5, 2015

Assembly Minority Republicans announced a package of reforms to create greater transparency and accountability in the Assembly. Area Assemblyman Pete Lopez comments: (Lopez 3-5-15) Proposals include enacting 8 year term limits for Legislative Leaders, committee chairmen & Assembly Speaker; televise … Continue reading →

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A.M. NEWS 3-5-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 5, 2015

The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will award the recipients of the 2015 Annual Celebration of Business Awards tonight. The NBT Bank Distinguished Business of the Year goes to The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Carol Blazina is … Continue reading →

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P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-4-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 4, 2015

Governor Cuomo announced that 11 more businesses plan to expand in or locate to New York State under the START-UP NY program. The businesses will invest nearly $30 million, creating 158 new jobs over the next 5 years in tax-free … Continue reading →

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-4-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 4, 2015

Governor Cuomo’s $900 million “NY Parks 2020” plan was unveiled this week. The 7-point is a multi-year commitment to invest approximately $900 million into180 state parks, 35 historic sites, and 29 golf courses, which are visited by 62 million people … Continue reading →

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P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-3-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 3, 2015

Governor Cuomo was in Buffalo this morning promoting plans to raise the minimum wage in the state: (Cuomo 3-3-15) Cuomo’s plan is to raise the minimum wage to $10.50 an hour for the majority of the state & $11.50 an … Continue reading →

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-3-15

by wcdonews Posted on March 3, 2015

Governor Cuomo detailed projected savings for New York taxpayers as a result of the Property Tax Relief program, which provides 1.3 million homeowners significant financial relief. The $1.66 billion program also includes a renters’ credit, is part of the Governor’s … Continue reading →

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