New Yorkers use an estimated 23 billion plastic bags each year, but that could be drastically reduced if the state follows the report of a task force which wants to ban plastic grocery bags. The Plastic Bag Task Force has issued its report to the state legislature and Governor Andrew Cuomo. Ten municipalities around […]
As Governor Cuomo delivers his eighth budget, he’s beginning the year with his best favorability rating in four years. A new Siena Poll finds Cuomo’s favorability at 62-30 percent, up from 52-43 percent among likely voters back in November. His job performance rating is 50-48 percent, up from a negative 45-54 percent in November. […]
It appears two Republicans are going head-to-head for the right to challenge Congresswoman Louise Slaughter in the fall. Last week, neurosurgeon James Maxwell announced he’s seeking the Republican Nomination for the 25th U.S. House District, the seat now held by Democrat Slaughter. Yesterday, Gates Supervisor Mark Assini Tweeted that he’ll be making an announcement about […]