LIVONIA — Junior Hayleigh Palotti of Livonia High School is to be recognized as 2016 NYSPHSAA Class C Cross Country Champion. According to a press release from Senator Catherine M. Young, she will be presenting Palotti with a New York State Senate Resolution on Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m. at Livonia High School. Senator Young's office said that Miss Palotti dominated races this season in Section V Class C. The runner won races at the McQuaid … [Read more...]
NYS Budget Set Aside $12.9M for ‘Statewide Workforce Development’
NYLON — The 2016-2017 state budget included approximately $12.9 million for 'statewide workforce development,' intended to create opportunities for residents to pursue good-paying jobs and rewarding career paths. According to a press release from Senator Catharine Young, $7.9 million will be allocated to the Workforce Development Institute (WDI), while $5 million will go to the Next Generation Job Linkage Program through the State University … [Read more...]
Senate Passes Concussion Treatment Bill
ALBANY - A bill has passed the State Senate that promises to improve the treatment and management of traumatic brain injuries. If the bill passes the State Assembly, new legislation will expand the current State Concussion Management Advisory Committee to 12 experts in brain trauma who will provide the latest scientific and academic insights in treating traumatic brain injuries. This ensures that State policies remain as up-to-date as … [Read more...]
Olean Native and WWII Hero Inducted into New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame
OLEAN - In recognition of his inspiring life of perseverance and survival, U.S. Army Air Forces Captain Louis Zamperini was recently inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame as Senator Catharine Young’s 2014 nominee. "Louis Zamperini’s amazing and inspiring story is one of fortitude, heroism, and perseverance. He undoubtedly belongs in the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame for all he has done," said Senator Young. … [Read more...]
Olean World War II Veterans Recieve Honors from French Republic
OLEAN – Nearly 70 years after the liberation of France, two Olean veterans have received awards from the French Republic for their part in the defeat of Nazi Germany. During a ceremony at her office in Olean on Armed Forces Day, May 17, Senator Catharine Young (R,C,I – Olean) joined Mr. Pascal Soares, Honorar French Consul of New York, in presenting medals to U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class John P. Capito and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. William … [Read more...]
Community Celebrates the Rebirth of the Erie and Attica Trussel Bridge
AVON — On Friday local leaders and the community celebrated a ribbon cutting ceremony at the truss bridge on the former Erie and Attica Railway Bridge and Trail Project that now links the village of Avon to the Genesee Valley Greenway Trail. The truss bridge, which was built in the late 1800's is an approximate 220 foot span crossing the Genesee River and now enables hikers, bicyclists, horseback riders and snowmobile enthusiasts to reach the … [Read more...]