Violence in facilities has increased 124% over the past decade Violent attacks on staff by incarcerated individuals reached an all-time high in 2021, despite the lowest prison population since 1984 Lead plaintiff in landmark prisoner civil rights case believes HALT will lead to more violence in facilities For Immediate Release/Press …
For Immediate Release: Press release- March 25, 2022 Current Avian Influenza Strains are not a Threat to Humans The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced that it has issued an order to ban all live fowl shows and exhibitions in New York State to help prevent the spread …
PRESS RELEASE The New York State Police will crack down on impaired and reckless driving during Super Bowl weekend. The special STOP-DWI enforcement campaign, funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, will include increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints to deter, identify, and arrest impaired drivers, as well as underage drinker …
PRESS RELEASE The New York State Police today announced that it issued a total of 12,975 tickets statewide during this year’s special Thanksgiving holiday traffic enforcement period. The Thanksgiving enforcement period began on Wednesday, November 24 and continued through Sunday, November 28, 2021. During the campaign, which was funded by the …
PRESS RELEASE The New York State Police and local law enforcement will increase patrols to target impaired driving and underage drinking this Halloween weekend. The special traffic enforcement campaign started on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, and runs until Noon on Monday, Nov. 1, 2021. State Police Superintendent Kevin P. Bruen said, “One bad decision can turn …
With Population Spreading in New York City Area, Department Asks Public to Destroy or Treat Spotted Lanternfly Encourages Residents to Report New Sightings Outside of New York City *Only Spotted Lanternfly – NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation Press release The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) is …
Division of Veterans Services Launches Three New Sites for Veterans to Pick Up Checks Press release The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced more than $600,000 is available to help low-income families enrolled in SNAP, as well as Veterans, Servicemembers, and their immediate families who participate …
Press release All other types of consumer fireworks remain illegal statewide, including firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles, spinners, and aerial devices The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services and State Office of Fire Prevention and Control today urged New Yorkers to handle sparkling devices responsibly when …
Union Cites Increased Violence, COVID as Need To Create Impact Study Press release On May 19, 2021, NYSCOPBA Union Officials called on Governor Cuomo and DOCCS to put a hold on any future prison closures until a comprehensive study can be commissioned to address the rising violence inside prisons amid a …
NYSDEC Press release/provided photo The first day of trout fishing season is an anticipated event for thousands of anglers that will don their boots and head to their favorite fishing hole to wet a line and officially greet spring. This year is a special year for inland trout fishing in …