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New York Power Authority Acquires First Renewable Energy Project Under Expanded Mandate – Socialism vs Free Market ?

ALBANY, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has taken full ownership of the 20 MW Somers Solar project in Washington County, marking its first renewable energy acquisition under expanded authority granted in 2023. The large-scale solar initiative, part of NYPA’s plan to drive 3 GW of renewable energy…

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New York Moves Forward With $160 Million Plan to Improve LaGuardia Bus Service

ALBANY, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul, in partnership with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has introduced a $160 million initiative to enhance the Q70 LaGuardia Link bus service. The proposal includes dedicated bus lanes on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, priority traffic signals, increased service frequency, and a…

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New York Launches $19.4 Million Thruway Bridge Rehabilitation Project

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the commencement of a $19.4 million infrastructure project to rehabilitate two bridges on Interstate 87 in Rockland County. Originally constructed in the 1950s, the bridges will undergo deck and joint replacements to enhance safety and longevity. The initiative is part of a broader $477.3 million investment in Thruway improvements scheduled for…

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New York Expands Protections for Reproductive Health Providers Amid Legal Challenges

Governor Kathy Hochul is doubling down on New York’s stance as a safe haven for reproductive rights, signing a law that shields abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution. The legislation allows doctors to keep their names off prescription labels, protecting them from legal threats by anti-choice states. With this move, Hochul is sending a clear message:…

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New York Issues Nearly 50,000 Traffic Tickets in Super Bowl Crackdown

New York State law enforcement issued 49,948 tickets during a weeklong traffic enforcement campaign surrounding Super Bowl celebrations, Governor Kathy Hochul announced. The crackdown, running from February 3-9, 2025, resulted in 1,021 citations for impaired driving and 8,536 for speeding. Sobriety checkpoints and increased patrols targeted reckless driving statewide. Officials underscored the initiative’s role in…

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New York to Audit Utility Executive Pay Amid Rising Consumer Costs

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has directed a first-of-its-kind statewide audit of executive compensation at major utility companies, with the Public Service Commission approving the plan. The review aims to ensure that salaries align with consumer interests, focusing on affordability, reliability, and service quality. The move follows Hochul’s push to reject Con Edison’s proposed rate…

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