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Sen. Fred Akshar Opposes Cuomo-Gates Partnership to Re-Imagine NY Schools

Friday, May 8 by MyHometownToday

Sen. Fred Akshar, of the 52nd District which includes Tioga and Broome counties, has released a statement in opposition to Gov. Andrew Cuomo's partnership with Bill Gates to bring virtual learning to New Yorks schools. "This week in commenting about the future of education in... Read More.

Brindisi Organizes Southern Tier Leaders to Seek Big Increase in COVID-19 Aid

Friday, May 8 by MyHometownToday

Congressman Anthony Brindisi has organized a coalition of Southern Tier leaders to fight for state and local aid in the next congressional coronavirus relief package. Following Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s controversial comments calling aid to local and state governments a “blue state bailout”... Read More.

PA Creates Civilian Coronavirus Corps to Support On-Going Recovery Efforts

Thursday, May 7 by MyHometownToday

As Pennsylvania plans to safely reopen the economy and recover from COVID-19, Gov. Tom Wolf announced the creation of the Commonwealth Civilian Coronavirus Corps, a public service initiative that will support efforts this fall to increase testing and contact tracing and provide critical new... Read More.

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How to Get Drive-Thru Testing for Coronavirus at Binghamton University Site

Wednesday, May 6 by MyHometownToday

Tioga County Legislature Chairwoman Martha Sauerbrey has reported testing is available at the following locations for those who are interested: Binghamton University - Binghamton University will be the testing location for the coronavirus in the area. State government has expanded testing to include all asymptomatic healthcare... Read More.

NYSUT Union Raises Questions about Cuomo’s Ideas to ‘Reimage’ Schools

Wednesday, May 6 by MyHometownToday

New York State United Teachers President Andy Pallotta would rather see Gov. Andrew Cuomo's idea of "reimaging" schools needs to start with increased support staff, smaller class sizes, more nurses and taxes on ultra-wealthy NYers to provide additional money for education. "Remote learning, in any... Read More.

Donors Urgently Needed for Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday at Owego Elks

Wednesday, May 6 by MyHometownToday

The blood drive on Thursday at the Owego Elks Lodge has about 30 appointments toward its goal of 45 donations. American Red Cross is urging donors who are feeling healthy to donate blood to maintain the supply for patients who rely on lifesaving transfusions. Your... Read More.

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Coronavirus: Chemung County Reports Second Death of Hospitalized Man

Tuesday, May 5 by MyHometownToday

Chemung County Health Department received notification of the second death of an individual who was previously reported to have tested positive for COVID-19. The individual was a 67-year old male who died while hospitalized, according to a news release from county Executive Christopher Moss. “We are... Read More.

Gov. Cuomo Sending Emergency Aid to Food Banks, Only $1.1M to Southern Tier

Monday, May 4 by MyHometownToday

We told you late last week about the increasing demand on local food pantries during the COVID-19 crisis. At that time, we said Gov. Andrew Cuomo had promised emergency money to food pantries. Now, Cuomo says the checks are in the mail. Listen to Gov.... Read More.

New York Testing Shows 12.3 Percent of NY Population Has COVID-19 Antibodies

Monday, May 4 by MyHometownToday

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced the results of the state's completed antibody testing study show 12.3 percent of the population have COVID-19 antibodies. The survey developed a baseline infection rate by testing 15,000 people at grocery stores and community centers across the state... Read More.

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24 Pennsylvania Counties, including Bradford, Will ‘Reopen’ at Midnight Friday

Monday, May 4 by MyHometownToday

Balancing economic benefits and public health risks, Governor Tom Wolf has announced the reopening of 24 counties in the northwest and north-central regions of the state, moving them from red to yellow beginning at 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 8. “Over the past two months, Pennsylvanians... Read More.

Broome Lifts Ban on Unnessary Travel, Face Masks Required at County Buildings

Friday, May 1 by MyHometownToday

Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced Friday that he is not renewing the ‘no unnecessary travel’ emergency order signed in March regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. All emergency orders are renewed every five days and as the State begins to move toward regional reopening the team at... Read More.

Cuomo: K-12 School, Colleges Closed in New York for the Remainder of School Term

Friday, May 1 by MyHometownToday

Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced all K-12 schools and college facilities statewide will remain closed for the rest of the academic year and will continue to provide distance learning during that time. The schools will also be required to... Read More.

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Sen. Fred Akshar Opposes Cuomo-Gates Partnership to Re-Imagine NY Schools

Brindisi Organizes Southern Tier Leaders to Seek Big Increase in COVID-19 Aid

PA Creates Civilian Coronavirus Corps to Support On-Going Recovery Efforts

How to Get Drive-Thru Testing for Coronavirus at Binghamton University Site

NYSUT Union Raises Questions about Cuomo’s Ideas to ‘Reimage’ Schools

Donors Urgently Needed for Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday at Owego Elks

Coronavirus: Chemung County Reports Second Death of Hospitalized Man

Gov. Cuomo Sending Emergency Aid to Food Banks, Only $1.1M to Southern Tier

New York Testing Shows 12.3 Percent of NY Population Has COVID-19 Antibodies

24 Pennsylvania Counties, including Bradford, Will ‘Reopen’ at Midnight Friday

Broome Lifts Ban on Unnessary Travel, Face Masks Required at County Buildings

Cuomo: K-12 School, Colleges Closed in New York for the Remainder of School Term

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