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Education & Business Partner in Greene County

Posted by James L. Seward on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

By Doron Tyler Antrim

GREENVILLE — A start-up biotechnology company is establishing a business incubator at Greenville High School, in what’s being hailed as a groundbreaking move that will enhance the relationship between educators and entrepreneurs.

CPI gets $40,000 for Main Street

Posted by James L. Seward on Thursday, February 11th, 2010

By Patsy Nicosia

Times Journal

COBLESKILL -- Cobleskill Partnership Inc.’s efforts to dress up Main Street got a welcome shot in the arm Friday when State Senator Jim Seward delivered a check for $40,000.

The grant will go toward CPI’s popular façade program, said President Brian Kaiser, with a portion set aside specifically for work on the Newberry’s building.

Grant To Help Renovate Historic Weller Library

Posted by James L. Seward on Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

By Jennifer Bogdan

Observer-Dispatch

MOHAWK — It's a financial challenge to refurbish a historic structure.

The Weller Library in Mohawk is no exception, according to library board President Edward View, who said the building is in need of $60,000 for renovations.

Grant To Help Renovate Historic Weller Library

Posted by James L. Seward on Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

By Jennifer Bogdan

Observer-Dispatch

MOHAWK — It's a financial challenge to refurbish a historic structure.

The Weller Library in Mohawk is no exception, according to library board President Edward View, who said the building is in need of $60,000 for renovations.

Seward Vows To Help Ashland Rebuild

Posted by James L. Seward on Friday, January 15th, 2010

By Michael Ryan

Hudson-Catskill Newspapers

ASHLAND — No empty promises were made when Senator James Seward visited the burned out firehouse/municipal hall in the town of Ashland, on Friday morning.

“I didn’t come with a big check for you,” said Seward, who was officially welcomed by Ashland Town Supervisor Richard Tompkins and local Fire Chief Randy Sutton.

“But I am here to let you know you aren’t alone and that we will do whatever we can to help you recover and rebuild. First we have to find out what you need, which is why I came here personally.

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Funding For Greene County Pop Warner Announced

Posted by James L. Seward on Friday, December 11th, 2009

CATSKILL, 12/12/09 – Joined by players, coaches and families, Senator James L. Seward (R/C/I-Oneonta) today announced that the 2009-2010 state budget includes, at his request, a $5,000 senate grant toward new equipment and lighting for the Greene County Pop Warner Football league.

“The senate funding will help improve the football experience for our young men and women,” said Senator Seward. “For many of these athletes this is their first opportunity to take part in organized athletics, a step along what can be a very rewarding path.”

Herkimer County Pistol License System On Target

Posted by James L. Seward on Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

HERKIMER, 12/09/09 -- Senator James L. Seward (R/C/I-Oneonta) joined law enforcement officials today for a demonstration of the new Herkimer County sheriff’s computer based pistol license and weapons tracking program.

“Herkimer County is one of only a handful of counties across the state utilizing this new, cutting-edge technology to issue pistol licenses,” said Senator Seward. “The system reduces paperwork for local officials while enhancing record keeping and streamlining the registration process for qualified gun owners.”

Seward Ushers In The Holidays At Kaaterskill Care

Posted by James L. Seward on Friday, December 4th, 2009

By Colin DeVries

Hudson-Catskill Newspapers

The 17th annual tree lighting ceremony at Kaaterskill Care Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation brought friends, family and local dignitaries together to share in the holiday spirit.

Seward Fights To Rescue Greene County Jobs

Posted by James L. Seward on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

Photo: Senator Seward arrives at Stiefel Labs, Oak Hill for a meeting on the plant's future in Greene County.

The Daily MailBy Hillary Hawke

DURHAM — Stiefel’s representatives and regional lawmakers met on Monday in a session closed to the public about parent company GlaxoSmithKline’s (GSK) stunningly unexpected announcement on Nov. 11 to close the Oak Hill site and phase out 262 positions.

SUNY Strategic Plan Important To Local Colleges

Posted by James L. Seward on Saturday, November 14th, 2009

Pictured, from left, HCCC Board of Trustees Chairman Donald Snyder, HCCC President Dr. Ann Marie Murray, SUNY Board of Trustees member Robert J. Bellafiore, SUNY Institute of Technology President Wolf Yeigh and Senator James L. Seward.

The Evening Times

By Rob Juteau