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New York Governor Announces $25M V-FIRE Grants and $10M Stipend Program to Support Volunteer Firefighters

Governor Hochul Awards $25 Million in New York State Funding for the Volunteer Fire Service A rush transcript of the Governor’s remarks is available below: Good morning, good morning. This is a place I feel right at home. You do not know this about me, but, for 30 years — 30 years ago, this year…

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G7 Leaders Commit $50 Billion in ERA Loans to Support Ukraine

The G7 has agreed to provide $50 billion in Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) loans to Ukraine, helping fund its military, budget, and reconstruction needs. These loans will be repaid using future revenues from immobilized Russian sovereign assets, aligned with international law and the legal frameworks of each G7 member. Disbursement is set to begin by…

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Mayor Eric Adams Welcomes Home NY-TF1 and FDNY Teams After Hurricane Relief Missions in Florida and North Carolina

Mayor Eric Adams proudly welcomed back 192 members of the Urban Search and Rescue New York Task Force 1 (NY-TF1) and the FDNY Incident Management Team (IMT) after their deployment to aid recovery efforts in Florida and North Carolina following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Activated by FEMA and managed by NYC Emergency Management, the team…

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President Biden Approves Disaster Declaration for New York After August 2024 Storms

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. issued a disaster declaration for New York on October 21, 2024, following severe storms and flooding that struck Lewis, Oswego, and Suffolk counties on August 18-19, 2024. The declaration enables federal assistance to support state, tribal, and local recovery efforts, including funding for emergency repairs and hazard mitigation statewide. Eligible…

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What Is New York Voting for in November 2024? Ballot Proposals: Business Oversight and the Push for “Diversity”

NYC Election 2024: Key Ballot Proposals You Need to Know Before Voting Election Day 2024 is fast approaching, with early voting kicking off on October 26. Beyond electing candidates, New Yorkers will vote on six crucial ballot proposals—one state constitutional amendment and five changes to the New York City Charter. These proposals address vital issues…

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NY Free College Applications Return: SUNY, CUNY, and Private Schools Waive Fees for New York Students

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that starting October 21, high school seniors across New York will once again be able to apply to SUNY, CUNY, and more than 50 private colleges without paying application fees. As part of College Application Month, the initiative aims to ease financial burdens and encourage students to explore higher education options….

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