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Norris Announces 2024 Summer Reading Challenge
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is encouraging students in elementary school to keep up with their reading this summer by participating in his annual Summer Reading Program. The program requires students to read for only 15 minutes a day for 40 days during the months of July and August."By signing up for this free program, students make a pledge to commit to reading for just a few minutes every day over their summer break. The rewards of this program are numerous," said Norris.Norris emphasized the importance of the program, stating, “Students keep up with their...
Sentator Gallivan Announces $1 Million State Grant for Graycliff Conservancy
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) has announced a significant boost for the Graycliff Conservancy with a $1 million Empire State Development (ESD) grant. The grant aims to support the expansion of the visitor center at the Graycliff summer estate on Lake Erie in Derby. This additional funding comes after a previous $250,000 ESD grant that was announced in November 2023.The Graycliff estate, designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, is a popular destination for thousands of visitors each year. Senator Gallivan highlighted the importance of this investment by...