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Poll: NY voters support casino-gaming amendment, based on ballot language
More than half of New York voters surveyed said they would vote to approve an amendment to the state constitution that would allow construction of
New York’s initial unemployment claims dip again
The number of people applying for new unemployment-insurance benefits in New York state in the week ending July 27, fell by 1,181, or 6 percent,
DiNapoli: NY’s fiscal outlook is improving, but challenges remain
New York’s short-term fiscal outlook has improved, but long-term structural balance remains a “challenge.” That’s according to a report on the state financial plan that State Comptroller
New York’s initial jobless claims drop 12 percent
The number of people applying for new unemployment-insurance benefits in New York state in the week ended July 13, fell by 4,743, or 12 percent,
State unemployment rate dips slightly in June to 7.5 percent
New York state’s unemployment rate fell 0.1 percent in June to 7.5 percent, the lowest level since February 2009, according to preliminary figures the New
State leaders agree on legislation to start Tax-Free NY program
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state legislative leaders on Wednesday announced an agreement on legislation that allows the Tax-Free NY program to move forward.
Maple-syrup production rises 59 percent in New York
New York maple-syrup production jumped 59 percent in this year’s season, compared to the weather-affected 2012 season. Maple-syrup production in the Empire State was estimated
State Senate approves bill creating an angel tax credit for small businesses
The New York State Senate has approved a bill that creates an angel tax credit for those who invest in certified startup-business enterprises. State
Cuomo announces summer jobs program for eligible teens
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that more than 18,000 teenagers will have jobs through New York’s Summer Youth Employment Program. The state Office of Temporary
NFIB New York says magazine gives NY business climate a ‘failing grade’
The publication Chief Executive ranks New York 49th in the country for its economic climate, and New York chapter of the National Federation of Independent
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