Senator Serrano Celebrates the New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Festivities

Posted by José M. Serrano on Saturday, November 15th, 2014

(Bronx, NY)- Senator Serrano joined members of the community and elected officials at the New York Botanical Garden's Annual Holiday Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting celebrations.

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Senator Serrano and The Urban Justice Center Provide Free Family Law Legal Clinic

Posted by José M. Serrano on Thursday, November 13th, 2014

(East Harlem, NY) - Senator Serrano hosted a free family law legal clinic in his district office. The Urban Justice Center's Domestic Violence Project offered free one-on-one legal consultations to constituents. Individuals were encouraged to come in and meet with a legal professional about family issues such as domestic violence, child support, child custody/visitations and orders of protection. 

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Senator Farley Notes Nov. 12th Is Elizabeth Cady Stanton Day

Posted by Hugh T. Farley on Tuesday, November 11th, 2014

State Senator Hugh T. Farley (R, C, I - Schenectady) reminds constituents that November 12th is Elizabeth Cady Stanton Day in New York State.

November 12th was picked as the day of commemoration because Ms. Stanton was born on November 12th, 1815, in Johnstown, New York.

"Not only is she important in the history of Fulton County and New York State, Elizabeth Cady Stanton played a vital role in our Nation's history," Senator Farley said.

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Honor Veterans on Tuesday, Senator Farley Notes History Behind Holiday

Posted by Hugh T. Farley on Monday, November 10th, 2014

State Senator Hugh T. Farley (R, C, I - Schenectady) reminds constituents that Tuesday, November 11th, is Veterans Day.

"Veterans Day essentially dates back to November 11, 1919. On that day, our nation first observed Armistice Day. This holiday sought to remember and celebrate the end of World War I, which occurred in 1918 on the eleventh day of the eleventh month on the eleventh hour. That is why many people observe a moment of silence at 11 a.m. In 1954, Armistice Day was re-designated as Veterans Day to honor and remember the sacrifices of all the men and women who have served our country in the military," Senator Farley said.

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