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KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WORKS IN SENATOR FUSCHILLO’S OFFICE AS PART OF KENNEDY’S “SENIOR EXPERIENCE” PROGRAM

     Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick, pictured right) recently welcomed Kennedy High School Senior, and Merrick resident, Adam Samowitz (pictured left) to spend several weeks working in his district office as part of Kennedy’s “Senior Experience” program.

     Kennedy’s “Senior Experience” program is a progressive, hands-on program that allows graduating seniors to work with professionals in a field of their choice. During the course of the program, students learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges in the chosen field, while gaining knowledge of the particular requirements involved.

June 10, 2013
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SENATOR BALL URGES LEGISLATURE TO PASS JOB CREATION BILL FOR SERVICE DISABLED VETERANS

Albany, N.Y. – 6/10/2013 – Senator Greg Ball (R, C, I – Patterson) Chairman of the Senate Veterans, Homeland Security & Military Affairs Committee is urging the New York State Senate and Assembly to pass S2803A, legislation that would give service disabled veterans a preference for state contracts.

June 10, 2013
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Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of June 10, 2013 ~ 'Are you getting the message?'

New York State Senate Chamber

 

Senator O'Mara offers his weekly perspective on many of the key challenges and issues facing the Legislature, as well as on legislative actions, local initiatives, state programs and policies, and more. Stop back every Monday for Senator O'Mara's latest column "From the Capitol..."

This week, "Are you getting the message?"

June 10, 2013
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SENATOR GREG BALL & MOUNT PLEASANT SCHOOL BOARD HOST SCHOOL SAFETY ROUNDTABLE

 

Mount Pleasant, N.Y. – 6/08/2013 – Senator Greg Ball (R,C,I-Patterson) hosted a School Safety Roundtable on Saturday, June 8th with the Mount Pleasant Central School District Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Susan Guiney.

June 9, 2013
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Senator Boyle & Bay Shore Boy Scouts Host Food Drive

Senator Phil Boyle teamed up with the Bay Shore Boy Scout Troop 43 to host a food drive at the Shoprite of Bay Shore.  The non- perishable food items donated at the event will be distributed to those in need by Long Island Cares, Inc.

Date:  Saturday, June 8, 2013

Time:  10:00AM - 2:00PM

Location:  Shoprite of Bay Shore

                  1905 Sunrise Highway

                  Bay Shore, NY  11706

 

June 8, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Housing Recovery Forum

Great News! I will be partnering with the Mayor's Housing Recovery office to host a forum at PS 277 from 12pm to 4pm on Sunday, June 23rd to help Sandy survivors. Please save the date and join us for one on one information about how we can help you recover.

June 23, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Housing Recovery Forum

Great News! I will be partnering with the Mayor's Housing Recovery office to host a forum at PS 277 from 12pm to 4pm on Sunday, June 23rd to help Sandy survivors. Please save the date and join us for one on one information about how we can help you recover.

June 23, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Senator Serrano Sponsors "Bridging the Gap: Expanding the Dialogue," an LGBT Stigma Awareness event in East Harlem

(East Harlem, NY)- Senator Serrano, Council Member Melissa Mark-Viverito, and the East Harlem Immigrant Service Network sponsored “Bridging the Gap: Expanding the Dialogue,” an LGBT stigma awareness event. This important roundtable discussion was centered on the issues surrounding sexuality and gender identity in El Barrio/East Harlem and the South Bronx.

June 7, 2013
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Senator José M. Serrano Stands with the Community to Address the Recent Spike of Anti-LGBTQ Violence in New York City

(Bronx, NY) – Senator José M. Serrano stood with Bronx Borough President Ruben Díaz, other elected officials, and community members at a press conference hosted by the Bronx LGBTQ Center, to address the recent and disturbing spike in the number of incidents of anti-LGBTQ hate violence that have been committed in NYC.“The LGBT community consists of vibrant, talented and hardworking individuals who are our neighbors, our friends, and our family members,” said Senator Serrano. "These individuals should be celebrated and respected like all members of our community. It is extremely unfortunate that violent hate crimes targeting the LGBT community still occur," continued Serrano.

June 7, 2013
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Senator Carlucci Donates Supplies to Hi-Tor Animal Care Center for First Annual "Sit, Stay, Give" Drive

Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester) today visited the Hi-Tor Animal Care Center to provide a charitable contribution of over 100 items to pets in need, including toys, food, cleaning supplies, blankets, and more.  He was greeted by dedicated Hi-Tor staff personnel, enthusiastic animal lovers, and a plethora of cats and dogs awaiting their next loving, adopting owner.

“The response amount of support among animal lovers everywhere was truly incredible, and I look forward to working with Hi-Tor in the ways to help so many animals in need,” said Senator Carlucci.

June 7, 2013
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Congratulations to this year's 'Top Drawer 24' honorees!

Congratulations to this year's Top Drawer 24 honorees!

 

Some of this region's finest young student-athlete-citizens were honored at last night's 8th Annual "Top Drawer 24" ceremony at the Watkins Glen State Park Pavilion.

Congratulations, and good luck.  Your futures are bright!

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[photo above by Don Romeo, from The Odessa File of Schuyler County]

June 7, 2013
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Community Connection for Week Ending Sunday, June 9th

In this week's community connection: details on Thursday's Career Fair for Business and Techincal Professionals and this past weekend's 7th Annual New York National Fallen Firefighters Golf Tournament; upcoming events around the 56th Senate District in the week ahead. Click the link below to read this week's Community Connection in full-screen view.

June 7, 2013
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Senator Maziarz Joins "Your Voice"

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Senator Maziarz joined "Your Voice" in Albany this week to discuss a number of bills that have passed the Senate this week.  He extensively discusses Jay J's law, as well as sex offender buffer zones legislation and police dog legislation.

June 7, 2013
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LOHUD: YOUSSEF NAMED PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATION

Senator Greg Ball (R,C,I-Patterson) (right) congratulates Steven Youssef upon a the Carmel High School junior’s recent election as the president of the New York State Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). Credit: The office of Greg Ball / The office of Greg Ball

June 6, 2013
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THE COURIER: ‘SPONSOR A VET’ TRIP TO WASHINGTON PLANNED

Eric Gross

State Senator Greg Ball is asking the public to “sponsor a vet.”

The Putnam-Dutchess-Westchester lawmaker is organizing a trip this fall to Washington, D.C., honoring veterans of World War II.

June 6, 2013
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SENATE APPROVES BILL TO STRENGTHEN DISTRACTED DRIVING PENALTIES FOR NEW DRIVERS

The New York State Senate today passed legislation cosponsored by Senator Andrew Lanza to increase the safety of roads and drivers by strengthening penalties for teens and other new drivers who text or talk on a cell phone while driving. The bill (S5656), which was submitted as a Governor’s program bill, requires the suspension of licenses for newly licensed drivers if they commit distracted driving offenses. 

June 6, 2013
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Senator DeFrancisco Recognizes Breanna Stewart at the NYS Capitol Building

Breanna Stewart

Senator John A. DeFrancisco recognized UCONN Women's Basketball Player Breanna Stewart during legislative session of the New York State Senate on June 5, 2013.  Stewart, a graduate of C-NS High School, was named the NCAA's Most Outstanding Player in the 2013 Final Four Tournament.

June 6, 2013
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