The Draft State Energy Plan of New York, built around the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), is presented as a roadmap to a green future. But in reality, critics argue it represents a locally-imposed “war on fossil fuels” that undermines the state’s economy,...
At the West Indian Day Carnival Association Breakfast on September 1, 2025, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul struck a balance between festivity and resolve. While praising the state’s Caribbean community and its cultural contributions, she underscored concerns over federal policies she said fuel “fear and...
On Labor Day 2025, five Northeast governors—Kathy Hochul (N.Y.), Maura Healey (Mass.), Ned Lamont (Conn.), Dan McKee (R.I.), and Phil Murphy (N.J.)—issued a joint statement urging the Trump Administration to preserve offshore wind permits. They hailed the industry’s 5,000-strong workforce, largely unionized, as a driver...
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that 17 landmarks across New York State will shine in red, white, and blue on the evening of September 1 to honor Labor Day and the hardworking men and women who power the state. Iconic sites such as One World Trade...
SEO-Friendly Summary:Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the formation of a new biotechnology-focused Emerging Technology Advisory Board, led by Pfizer’s Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer Andrew Baum and The Michael J. Fox Foundation CEO Debi Brooks. The board brings together top leaders from biotech, philanthropy, and...
Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul announced the expansion of New York State’s partnership with GoGoGrandparent, a ride and delivery service that helps older adults access free transportation. Administered through the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and local offices for the aging, the program...
