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Senator Griffo calls for reform in New York's correctional facilities

State Senator Joseph Griffo has expressed concern over the conditions in New York's correctional facilities, calling for immediate reforms.

By Oneida Times | Feb 25, 2025

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Utica extends ice rink hours for winter break

The City of Utica has announced extended hours for the ice rink on the Parkway during the winter break.

By Oneida Times | Feb 14, 2025

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Senator Griffo urges rejection of National Grid and NYPA rate hikes

By Oneida Times | Feb 12, 2025

New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has called on the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) to reject proposed rate increases by National Grid for electric and gas services.

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New York legislators oppose special election bill citing disenfranchisement concerns

By Oneida Times | Feb 12, 2025

On February 12, 2025, several New York state legislators and officials expressed their opposition to a proposed bill concerning special election legislation.

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Val Bialas cross-country trails open for winter activities

By Oneida Times | Feb 11, 2025

The cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails at Val Bialas in Utica have opened for the season.

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Assemblyman Miller discusses infrastructure at NY transportation budget hearing

By Oneida Times | Feb 6, 2025

Assemblyman Brian Miller, representing New Hartford and serving as the Ranking Minority Member of the Assembly Committee on Transportation, took part in a joint Assembly and Senate Transportation Budget Hearing.

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Lawmakers seek changes in New York's climate protection act amid growing concerns

By Oneida Times | Jan 31, 2025

New York State legislators and local business leaders have voiced concerns over the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), a policy enacted in 2019 aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing renewable energy usage.

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Griffo unveils 'Liberate New York' agenda addressing one-party control concerns

By Oneida Times | Jan 23, 2025

New York State Senator Joseph Griffo, along with the New York State Senate Republican Conference, has introduced a new legislative agenda titled "Liberate New York."

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Griffo critiques state address; calls for permanent solutions

By Oneida Times | Jan 16, 2025

The recent State of the State Address by the governor has prompted a response from Griffo, who expressed both willingness to consider new proposals and concerns over certain approaches.

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Assemblyman criticizes Gov. Hochul's focus on temporary fixes in State of the State

By Oneida Times | Jan 14, 2025

Governor Kathy Hochul's 2025 State of the State address has drawn criticism for focusing on temporary measures rather than long-term solutions.

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Utica launches interactive tool for assessing street conditions

By Oneida Times | Jan 13, 2025

The City of Utica has launched an Interactive Paving Assessment, allowing residents to compare their streets with others in the area.

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Griffo, Buttenschon, Miller sworn in at Whitesboro High School

By Oneida Times | Jan 10, 2025

New York State Senator Joseph Griffo, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, and Assemblyman Brian Miller were sworn into office at a ceremony held at Whitesboro High School in Marcy.

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Utica declares snow emergency effective January 2, 2025

By Oneida Times | Jan 2, 2025

The City of Utica has announced a snow emergency due to the expected snowfall.

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Ice rink on the Parkway extends holiday hours through January 2025

By Oneida Times | Dec 23, 2024

Mayor Galime has announced that the ice rink on the Parkway will have extended hours for the holiday season.

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Utica announces opening of new ice rink on Parkway

By Oneida Times | Dec 13, 2024

The City of Utica has announced the opening of a new ice rink on the Parkway, with public skating hours starting December 13, 2024.

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Griffo announces success in Cell Phones For Soldiers collection drive

By Oneida Times | Dec 12, 2024

New York State Senator Joseph Griffo and the Central New York Veterans Outreach Center have announced the results of their recent collection drive for Cell Phones For Soldiers.

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Griffo supports Picente's call for federal response to drone sightings

By Oneida Times | Dec 11, 2024

The recent drone sightings in New York and New Jersey have raised concerns among local officials.

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Senator Griffo calls for permanent cost reductions over one-time payments in New York

By Oneida Times | Dec 10, 2024

New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has expressed concerns about the governor's proposal to issue "Inflation Refund" checks to New Yorkers next year.

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Griffo urges reconsideration of proposed sprinkler system mandate

By Oneida Times | Nov 29, 2024

New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has called on the state Department of State and the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council to reconsider a proposed rule change.

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Proposal for mandatory fire sprinklers raises housing cost concerns

By Oneida Times | Nov 27, 2024

New York is currently facing a housing affordability crisis, and there are concerns that a new proposal may exacerbate the situation.