In a year where so many have been hit financially, and charities have struggled to get donations, the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter has received $41,810 in donations from Kensico Cemetery in Valhalla. The cemetery raised the funds primarily through an appeal to previous sponsors of its annual 5K fundraiser […]
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SBA, Treasury announce new round of PPP loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA,) in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, announced on Jan. 8 that the Paycheck Protection Program, PPP, will re-open the week of Jan. 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be […]
COVID-19 rental assistance extended to February
The deadline for renters to apply for help under the New York State COVID Rent Relief Program has been extended to Feb. 1, 2021 and eligibility has been expanded. The program provides eligible households with a one-time rental subsidy that will be sent directly to the household’s landlord. Applicants will […]
State updates vaccine distribution plans
New York State is distributing the COVID-19 vaccine in phases based on need and risk. Although plans remain fluid, New Yorkers in Phase 1a and segments of Phase 1b currently are eligible for the vaccines. Eligible groups include doctors, nurses and health care workers, and now people age 75 and […]
Athletes advocate for “high-risk” sports
As student-athletes from across New York state continue to await further instruction about when—or if—high-risk scholastic sports will be permitted in 2021, a growing number of youngsters, coaches and community members are demanding answers from state officials. Over the last few weeks, advocacy groups have mobilized in order to apply […]
