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Bob Joseph
Lawsuit: IBM Discriminated Against Older “Dinobabies” in Layoffs
IBM executives are accused of working to force out older workers as part of an ongoing effort to deal with growing competition.
Mask Mandate Ending: Hochul Lifts Requirement for New Yorkers
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that she will allow the state's indoor masking requirement to expire.
Report: Andrew Cuomo May Be Developing a Comeback Strategy
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is said to be trying to figure out how to reenter public life following his resignation last summer.
Claudia Tenney’s District Eliminated Under New Redistricting Plan
The congressional district represented by Republican Claudia Tenney would vanish under a newly-released proposal drawn up by New York state Democrats.
Yolanda Vega Retires After Three Decades with New York Lottery
The woman who became the "face" of the New York Lottery - Yolanda Vega - has retired.
Gillibrand Criticized for Not Wearing Mask in New York Restaurant
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is taking some heat after she walked without a mask through an Albany-area restaurant, ignoring a sign posted at an entrance to the business.
Suspect Charged in Shooting of Binghamton High School Student
The person accused of shooting a Binghamton High School student was found hiding in the basement of a building a half block from the school.
SUNY Trustees Select Interim Chancellor to Succeed Malatras
An interim chancellor has been chosen to lead the State University of New York system when embattled Jim Malatras leaves the job next month.
SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras Announces He’s Resigning
Amid increasing calls for his resignation, State University of New York chancellor Jim Malatras has announced he's leaving the job he's held since last year.
Outpouring of Support for Silo Restaurant Owner Following Fire
Longtime customers, neighbors and friends are reacting with sadness after the iconic Silo Restaurant in Chenango County was destroyed by a fast-moving blaze.