P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-27-23
State Attorney General Letitia James led a multi state coalition of 23 attorneys general urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the government’s ability to work and communicate with social media companies to address the spread of dangerous content on their platforms. The coalition filed an amicus brief, urging the Supreme Court to reverse a recent decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals that prevents the important exchange of information between the federal government and social media companies about harmful content on their platforms. Other states participating include California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, & Vermont.
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The Jericho Arts Council is now accepting applications from artists who wish to participate in Regatta Row’s 10th year, which will feature Adirondack Canoe Paddle chairs, and Adirondack Canoe Paddle Rocking Chairs. Jericho Arts Council spokesperson Rachel Hares told WCDO News what the artists receive in order to make the items:
(Rachel Hares 12-27-23)
The Jericho Arts Council hopes to sponsor at least 20 juried Artists for a five week public sidewalk exhibition of art, Completed project will be delivered to Bainbridge, on or before April 20, 2024. Artist applications and details are online at jerichoarts.com; Applications due January 28, 2024.
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Interconnect Wireless is accepting customers for their new high speed internet services in Norwich, with expansion coming soon to some surrounding ares, spokesman Terry Potter explains:
(Terry Potter 12-27-23)
Potter said that more information is available at intwireless.com or by calling 335-4492.
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The State Labor Department released their latest unemployment statistics for the month of November. The statewide unemployment rate went up .1% to 4.3 % in November, Chenango County had 3.5% unemployment, Delaware County 3.9% & Otsego County had 3.7% in November.
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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-27-23
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office is looking to hire Registered Professional Nurse for positions at the County Correctional Facility, for more information and to apply visit: co.chenango.ny.us or call Personnel at 607-337-1470.
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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today at the Afton Methodist Church from 3:00 – 7:00 pm, another blood drive is being held at the Elm Park Methodist Church on Chestnut Street in Oneonta, from 12:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments can be made at redcrossblod.org, 1-800-redcross or with the Blood Donor App.
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