NYSCOPBA addresses correction officer strike

NYSCOPBA addresses correction officer strike

Leaders from the state Correction Officers and Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) came out Wednesday appearing to feel isolated from its members and the state as the wildcat strike its members are partaking in hit its 17th day.  Executive Vice President Matt Keough acknowleged that members at this point do not trust union leadership.  “Have we acted in…

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Canadians face more regulations after executive order

Canadians face more regulations after executive order

BUFFALO, N.Y. — An executive order targeting immigrants lacking legal status will also impact Canadians coming into the U.S. legally. A registry recently announced requires anyone who isn’t a lawful permanent resident, and staying in the U.S., to register with the government. That includes Canadians here for more than 30 days, mostly impacting snowbirds escaping the winter….

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U.S. not prepared for Olympics, World Cup

U.S. not prepared for Olympics, World Cup

Over the next several years, America is slated to host several headline grabbing events: the FIFA World Cup, the Ryder Cup, the 2028 Olympics, and America’s 250th birthday celebration, to name a few. On Wednesday, the U.S. Travel Association, a nonprofit that represents “all components of the U.S. travel industry,” released a report with suggested…

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'Life-threatening cold' hits parts of U.S.

‘Life-threatening cold’ hits parts of U.S.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Harsh cold descended on the nation’s midsection Monday as a polar vortex gripped the Rockies and Northern Plains on the heels of weekend storms that pummeled the Eastern U.S. with floods, killing at least 14 people. What You Need To Know The National Weather Service is warning of life-threatening cold Extreme cold warnings have been…

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