Governor Hochul announced awards for a total of 18 transformational projects for the North Country as part of two economic development programs: the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward.

Governor Hochul announced that the City of Ogdensburg will receive $10 million in funding as the North Country winner of the ninth round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), and the Town of Moriah and Village of Heuvelton will each receive $4.5 million as the North Country winners of the fourth round of NY Forward.

Governor Hochul announced $1.8 million in new capital funding for the construction of a new childcare center by the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority to support New York families and improve childcare options in the City of Ogdensburg.

Governor Hochul announced that the City of Ogdensburg will receive $10 million in funding as the North Country winner of the ninth round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), and the Town of Moriah and Village of Heuvelton will each receive $4.5 million as the North Country winners of the fourth round of NY Forward.

Governor Hochul announced the completion of two major recreation and transportation projects that help showcase the beauty, accessibility and adventures available in the Adirondacks.

Governor Hochul announced 22 economic development projects in the communities of Alexandria Bay and the Villages of Lowville and Canton.

Governor Hochul highlighted winter 2025 events at the Olympic Venues in Lake Placid, including World Cup events in three different sports.

Governor Hochul announced $644 million to bring broadband to homes and businesses that can not currently access high speed internet service.

Governor Hochul celebrated the official start of the winter season with the opening of world-class ski areas located across the state.

Governor Hochul announced the largest manufacturer of small school buses in North America will establish manufacturing operations in Plattsburgh.