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In New York state, 491 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Empire State Today | Aug 31, 2024

New York registered 491 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Disaster loans available for New York businesses hit by summer storms

By Empire State Today | Aug 30, 2024

Businesses in upstate New York affected by severe weather during July and August can now apply for disaster assistance loans.

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Average VA home loan amount in New York state increases in Q2

By Empire State Today | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in New York during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $325,935, a 1.6% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New York Court of Appeals rules on mail-in voting without excuse

By Empire State Today | Aug 29, 2024

The New York Post recently highlighted a controversial decision by the state Court of Appeals regarding mail-in voting. The court ruled that New Yorkers do not need an excuse to cast an absentee ballot by mail, even if they are able to vote in person. This ruling contradicts a measure previously rejected by voters.

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New York inflation under national average as of July 2024

By Empire State Today | Aug 27, 2024

As of July 2024, New York experienced an 18.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York state average $378,361 for Q2

By Empire State Today | Aug 26, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $378,361, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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NYGOP Chair criticizes New York's wind power plan as costly and ineffective

By Empire State Today | Aug 26, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox released a statement in response to a Wall Street Journal article highlighting that New Yorkers are paying over four times the average cost for wind power.

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Gov’t Spending Watchdog: Federal drug program serving NY hospitals benefits ‘special interests’ over patients

By Empire State Today reports | Aug 23, 2024

Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) said that hospitals and other “special interests,” rather than patients, are benefiting from a federal drug discount program in which up to 111 New York hospitals participate.

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Silent Night Therapy's Sands: ‘There is good evidence of a link between insomnia and sleep apnea, and they have both grown in Americans over the years’

By Empire State Today | Aug 22, 2024

Michelle Sands, Registered Dental Hygienist and Silent Night Therapy’s Sleep Apnea Director, stated that more Americans now suffer from both insomnia and sleep apnea, and there is a relation between the two.

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Ed Cox criticizes court ruling on mail-in early voting

By Empire State Today | Aug 20, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox released a statement regarding the Court of Appeals decision to uphold the legislature's mail-in early voting scheme.

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Inflation and taxes top concerns for New York's small businesses

By Empire State Today | Aug 19, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released the 11th edition of its quadrennial report, "Small Business Problems and Priorities."

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NYGOP Chair criticizes Governor Hochul's administration ahead of DNC appearance

By Empire State Today | Aug 19, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox issued a statement prior to Kathy Hochul’s appearance at the Democratic National Convention, criticizing her administration and the state's current condition.

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Elise Stefanik claims women's prosperity declined under Harris-Biden administration

By Empire State Today | Aug 19, 2024

Good morning. We want to make sure you saw this piece by House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik in RealClearPolitics:

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Colorado parents sue over law allowing schools to use transgender names without parental consent

By Empire State Today | Aug 14, 2024

The parents of a Colorado girl are suing state and local authorities after her school facilitated her social gender transition, including using an opposite-sex name and connecting her with a transgender therapist without her family's knowledge.

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NFIB endorses Rep. Mike Lawler for re-election in New York's 17th District

By Empire State Today | Aug 14, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced its endorsement of Representative Mike Lawler for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Small business optimism rises but inflation concerns persist

By Empire State Today | Aug 13, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, highlighting ongoing challenges for small businesses in New York due to inflation.

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NFIB endorses Elise Stefanik for re-election in New York

By Empire State Today | Aug 12, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced its endorsement of Representative Elise Stefanik for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York’s 21st Congressional District.

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NY Post editorial criticizes New York's Proposition 1 on trans rights and other protections

By Empire State Today | Aug 12, 2024

Good morning. We want to make sure you saw this piece in today’s Post:

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Marc Molinaro endorsed by NFIB for re-election to Congress

By Empire State Today | Aug 12, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced its endorsement of Representative Marc Molinaro for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in New York State declines from Q1 to Q2

By Empire State Today | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in New York during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $378,361, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.