MIAMI, Florida, Dec. 27 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: Akerman represented Center Gate Capital, an Austin-based private equity investment firm, and its affiliate in its acquisition of Zyloware Corporation, a leading provider of eyewear frames. Established in 1923 and headquartered in Port Chester, New York, Zyloware is a leading provider of eyewear frames. The company serves as a full-service partner with expertise across the supply chain, including product design a more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Office of Renewable Energy Siting and Electric Transmission (ORES) has issued a final siting permit for the Somerset solar array. The project, located in the Town of Somerset, Niagara County, will generate 125-megawatts of clean, renewable energy. Once operational, the facility will reduce carbon emissions by more than 177,000 tons annually more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Dec. 23, 2024: * * * Legislation S.8760A/A.9369A Relates to the Identification and Enrollment of EPIC Program Participants Eligible for HEAP Assistance Puts Money Back in the Pockets of New York's Seniors, and Reduces Their Heat- and Energy-Related Costs * * * Governor Hochul signed legislation that will increase the accessibility of home heating aid and help identify more seniors who are eligib more PR

PURCHASE, New York, Dec. 27 (TNSres) -- Mastercard issued the following news release: * * * Online remained choice for consumers, increasing 6.7% YOY * * * According to preliminary insights from Mastercard SpendingPulse, U.S. retail sales excluding automotive increased 3.8% year-over-year from November 1 through December 24. Mastercard SpendingPulse measures in-store and online retail sales, representing all payment types and is not adjusted for inflation. "The holiday shopping season reve more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 27 (TNSres) -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release on Dec. 26, 2024: * * * Audit Finds Multi-Billion Dollar Procurements Still Follow Old Processes, Despite Promise of MTA's Transformation Plan * * * The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has not done enough to consolidate its procurements across its agencies to save money as was expected under its Transformation Plan, according to an audit released today by State Co more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Dec. 23, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $225 million awarded to 165 projects to significantly improve water quality across the state. The grants support projects that will help protect drinking water, update aging water infrastructure, reduce contributors to harmful algal blooms, and improve aquatic habitat in communities statewide. More than $197 million of the funding will s more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 27 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Dec. 26, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today signed landmark legislation to bolster New York's efforts to protect and restore the environment by requiring large fossil fuel companies to pay for critical projects that protect New Yorkers. Legislation S.2129-B/A.3351-B creates a 'Climate Superfund' to support New York-based projects that bolster New York's resiliency to dangerous climate impacts like fl more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: Ahead of the holidays, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a legislative bill package designed to strengthen protections for the personal data of consumers. During the holiday season, companies, offices and organizations statewide, experience higher levels of fraudulent activity involving consumer data and information. With this series of bills newly signed by the Governor, New York continues its commitment  more PR

NEW YORK, Dec. 24 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Dec. 23, 2024: * * * Administration's Partnership with Anthos|Home Expedites Move-In Time to New Homes, Ensuring Stable Housing More Quickly for Youth Leaving Foster Care 100 Percent of Young Adults Who Have Moved Into Housing Through Program Remain Stably Housed * * * New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) Commissioner Jess Dannhauser today announced the more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 24-E-0376): * * * Tariff Filing by Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. to Modify Its Electronic Tariff Schedule P.S.C. No. 10 - Electricity, Regarding Customer Responsibility Related to Required Transformers and Associated Equipment. NOTICE SOLICITING COMMENTS On June 25, 2024, in this proceeding, Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison or the Company) f more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 27 -- The New York Department of State issued the following news release on Dec. 26, 2024: Funding Through Key Department of State Programs Will Help Redevelop Former Brownfield and Industrial Sites, Revitalize Community Waterfronts and Promote Smart Growth Planning and Development The New York State Department of State today announced nearly $20 million has been awarded to support 56 communities across the State from community planning and development programs through R more PR

ALBANY, New York, Dec. 27 (TNScapv) -- The New York State Office of General Services issued the following news release on Dec. 26, 2024: Commissioner Jeanette Moy today announced that the following 35 businesses were recently certified by the New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Division of Service-Disabled Veterans' Business Development. The newly certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) are: * NavAir Enterprises, located in Thiells, N.Y., specializes in commer more PR