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Assembly Minority Conference
The Republican Assemblyman from Oswego County stepped down from his position as Minority Leader and will not seek reelection in the fall.
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New York is one of only four states that requires a drug to be listed in statute to trigger a drugged driving violation, a loophole Assemblyman Bill Magnarelli wants to close. -
Utica celebrates the reopening of the historic Val Bialas Ski Facility following a $2 million renovation of its snowmaking and lift equipment. -
New York state has updated its traffic point system, increasing penalties for offenses like speeding and distracted driving. -
Novelis officials say aluminum strip characteristics and lubricants likely caused the first of two massive fires at its Oswego plant. The mill should be operational by July. -
Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon is asking local students to help name the new $100 million aquarium, which is slated to open in central New York in 2026. -
Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack announced on Wednesday that he will retire this summer after running the Orange athletic department for 10 years. -
Watertown City Manager Eric Wagenaar presents a preliminary $63.6M budget. Council members warn of potential job cuts and tax hikes to close a $5M gap.
