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Helping New York's At-Risk Youth

February 14, 2017

A $650K federal 'Second Chance Act' grant will fund a Mohawk Valley pilot program to help break the cycle of recidivism and improve outcomes for youth under community supervision.

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Governor Cuomo Announces Phase I Winners of Municipal Consolidation and Efficiency Competition

February 14, 2017 | 12:15 pm EST

Six local governments were awarded a total of $300,000 for their proposals to generate taxpayer savings as part of Phase I of the Municipal Consolidation and Efficiency Competition.

Public Safety

Governor Cuomo Announces State Police Arrest 110 People for DWI Over Super Bowl Weekend

February 13, 2017 | 12:15 pm EST

New York State Police issued more than 4,000 tickets during a special STOP DWI traffic enforcement campaign over Super Bowl Weekend.

Taste NY

Governor Cuomo Announces Taste NY Sales Nearly Tripled In 2016

February 13, 2017 | 11:00 am EST

Taste NY sales nearly tripled in 2016, surpassing Governor Cuomo's goal of doubling sales of participating businesses in one year.