New York education coalition urges state to reject federal voucher program
Education, labor, civil rights, and elected leaders are urging Gov. Kathy Hochul not to opt New York into a federal private-school voucher program.
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New Albany man convicted on child sexual assault charges
A Bradford County jury found Rusty C. Howard guilty on all counts following a child sexual assault trial.
Pennsylvania vape product directory enforcement begins October 19
Pennsylvania’s attorney general says enforcement of Act 57 can begin October 19 for unlisted nicotine vape products.
C&N urges customers to hang up and verify suspicious calls
C&N says customers should end uncertain calls and reconnect using a trusted number before sharing information.
Pennsylvania joins states asking Supreme Court to review prediction-market rules
Pennsylvania is among 39 states asking the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify whether sports-related prediction contracts must comply with state gambling laws.
Cons Road bridge restoration marks historic-preservation milestone
Bradford County’s Cons Road bridge is the first completed project in an $18 million Pennsylvania program to rehabilitate eight locally owned historic metal truss bridges, PennDOT announced October 6.
Guthrie offers remembrance and support for families after child loss
Guthrie’s First Impressions Birthing Center is offering a community gathering and memorial display for families affected by miscarriage, stillbirth or the loss of a child.
Ground-raising held at former BAE site; hauling begins October 12
The Agency held a ground-raising event Tuesday at 600 Main Street in the Town of Union, marking the start of site preparation at the former BAE Systems property. Hauling activity is scheduled to begin October 12.
Broome officials warn of deed fraud and offer free property alerts
Broome County officials are warning property owners about deed fraud and urging them to register for a free alert that notifies subscribers when documents are recorded under their names.
Riley proposes restoring federal support for New York’s Essential Plan
Representative Josh Riley has introduced legislation to restore federal funding for New York’s Essential Plan, according to an October 6 announcement from his office. The proposal is called the Restoring Essential Plan Coverage Act.
Chemung County and CSEA reach tentative labor agreement
Chemung County and the Civil Service Employees Association have reached a tentative labor agreement that includes general wage increases and changes intended to narrow longstanding differences between county pay schedules.
Ithaca police announce arrest in Lasalle Hargrove homicide
Ithaca police have announced the arrest of Shawn T. Taylor, 45, of New York City in the September 24 homicide of Lasalle D. Hargrove, 35, of Ithaca.
