Statement From The New York Power Authority: 

“At Governor Hochul’s request, NYPA will move to withdraw the 2025 proposed rate increase. We understand that New Yorkers are struggling right now, and we intend to make every effort to collaborate with our customers and stakeholders to find a way forward.”   This means that there will not be a rate increase locally. 

 

Steuben Co Announces The Retirement Of Darlene Smith

From Steuben County:  After years of dedicated service, Public Health Director Darlene Smith is retiring! Her leadership and commitment to public health has made a lasting impact on our community. Join us in celebrating her incredible work and wishing her a happy, healthy retirement!

 

Sweet: Our Soon To Be Police Chief Is Very High Tech

Bath Village Mayor Michael Sweet is very much looking forward to Steuben "County Investigator Don Lewis coming on board as the new police chief.  The Bath mayor says, Don Lewis is very high tech.   "He spends a lot of his time at the Steuben County Sheriff's Department with the new technology," Sweet said.  "He's able to crack open cell phones and get information during investigations.  Lewis is very attuned to new technology and I'm looking forward to him implementing a lot of it, at the Bath Police Dept."

 

Langworthy Closes His Buffalo Area Office Thursday

From Rep. Nick Langworthy:  “Yesterday morning, my office received a suspicious package with a white powdery substance emanating from a manila envelope. Following standard protocol, we immediately notified local law enforcement and the Capitol Police and evacuated the office while this matter is being investigated. The safety of our staff and visiting public is my top priority, and until our office reopens, we urge all residents who need assistance to contact our Washington DC office, or one of our other offices in Jamestown, Olean, or Corning.”

 

NYSUT Raises The Most Money To Fight Breast Cancer

For the second consecutive year, New York State United Teachers is being nationally recognized as the top organization across the country for its contributions to the American Cancer Society’s 2024 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign.

The statewide union was represented by teams from every corner of New York participating in Making Strides events this past year. Together, they raised $773,358 — a $73,000 increase from the previous year — surpassing major companies including Walmart and Chevrolet.

Additionally in 2024, NYSUT increased its presence throughout the state with nearly 1,000 more registered participants than in 2023.

“From Buffalo to Brooklyn to Jones Beach, NYSUT members came together to help fund the future of cancer research, patient support and advocacy,” said J. Philippe Abraham, NYSUT secretary-treasurer, whose office coordinates the statewide union’s social justice initiatives. “As educators, our members often see the far-reaching impacts of this disease within our schools. Their tireless tenacity year after year for finding a cure is a testament to their love and support for their students, colleagues and communities.”