Each holiday season provides the opportunity for communities to come together for the greater good, and this year was no different. While many may feel overwhelmed checking items off their holiday shopping lists, the spirit of giving consistently rises...

“Christmas Day is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on what makes this day so special—it is a time of hope, humility and love. I encourage everyone to pause and take in all that there is to be grateful for: our communities, our families and the traditions...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) announced the award of State Aid for Library Construction funds to five public libraries in Oswego County. The funds will enable the libraries to make renovations, expand existing footprints and improve...

It is nearly impossible to imagine meeting local, regional and even global energy demands without nuclear energy. Data processing, high-tech manufacturing and cryptocurrency infrastructure are among just a few of the major drivers necessitating greater...

Last week, the Office of the New York State Comptroller issued an encouraging report indicating labor force participation for working-age individuals with disabilities rose 4.6 percentage points between 2019 and 2024. This is welcome news, and I am glad...

“Thanksgiving Day is a cherished tradition that allows families to gather around the table, reflect on their blessings and share in the joy of simply being together. We know, however, that not everyone is afforded that opportunity, which makes this...

Today, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) announced he and many local partners are launching the sixth annual “Stockings for Veterans” drive—a holiday season effort to collect personal-care items for veterans at the VA Medical Center...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) today announced that he is once again participating in the annual "Tithe My Shoes" charity drive, an effort to collect new or gently used shoes and boots for the Rescue Mission with an emphasis on children’s...

It takes a special type of person to commit to military service. Doing so means less time with one’s family, grueling training and for those who must endure combat, unparalleled danger. Veterans Day gives us a chance to reflect on the immense sacrifices...

​Marijuana-impaired driving accidents are on the rise, and New York remains one of the most lenient states when it comes to recreational marijuana use. Since legalization under the 2021 Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, the rollout of cannabis has...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) welcomed local artists and area residents to the unveiling of the annual Local Landscapes and Landmarks Visual Art Exhibit. The exhibit, now in its sixth year, is the result of a partnership between...

Summer has drawn to a close, and autumn has officially arrived in New York. For many, this is the most beautiful time of year. Across the state, residents and visitors can take in the brilliant fall foliage, wander through state and local parks to enjoy...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C–Pulaski) toured Oswego County Land Bank properties with Executive Director Kim Park and Board President Shane Broadwell. The tour provided an opportunity to view recently rehabilitated properties, ongoing projects...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C–Pulaski) presented an Assembly resolution to Daldrop SBB, a subsidiary of the Daldrop Group, recognizing the company’s significant investment in Oswego County. The expansion strengthens the Daldrop Group’s...

Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 precious lives taken from us 24 years ago, and we pay tribute to the extraordinary courage of first responders, volunteers and ordinary Americans who, in the face of unimaginable tragedy, stepped forward with strength...

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is responsible for supporting New York’s energy goals. Recently, the agency released a draft energy plan that looks ahead to 2040, but its public hearing schedule leaves out key...

Labor Day is a time to celebrate the dedication and contributions of New Yorkers. Your skills, vision, and commitment touch every corner of our state—from classrooms and hospitals to small businesses and public service. Your work strengthens our...

When transmission lines go up, something else comes down—quiet farmland, family campgrounds and the character of local communities. Large-scale projects like these are often promoted as essential upgrades to meet state energy goals, but too often they...

Volunteer firefighters exemplify what it means to be a good community member. They selflessly give countless hours of their time to protect the homes, businesses and families in their communities. Unfortunately, though, recruitment and retention of volunteers...

For nearly two weeks each summer, the Great New York State Fair transforms Central New York into one of the state’s most beloved annual traditions.­ Each year, the Fair draws hundreds of thousands of attendees from across New York, a true testament...