Resolution Honoring Lives Lost in November Storm Brings Sen. Ortt's Guest to Tears

Robert G. Ortt

January 26, 2015

After a resolution was read honoring the lives lost in Western New York’s November storm, the mother of one of the victims said she was brought to tears. Both Senator Rob Ortt and the mother, Niagara Falls resident Barnette Burton, spoke with WKBW over the phone from Albany. Read the story from WKBW.

Major Grant Funds Robotic Programs for WNY Schools

March 13, 2017

A big announcement was made at Lockport High School. WNY STEM Hub has secured a $50,000 grant to launch 25 new robotics teams in Western New York school districts, preparing our students for a 21st century workforce. Lockport Robotics The Warlocks FIRST Team 1507, one of two robotics teams in Niagara County, has offered to serve as mentors to new teams as they get started.

Rob's Recap - Renewed Push to Repeal the SAFE Act

March 8, 2017

Joint Statement From the Monroe County Senate Delegation

March 7, 2017

Ortt Named as New Co-Chair for Senate’s Task Force on Workforce Development

March 3, 2017