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Source: JCPA
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Sarina Roffe to Address Congregation Beth Torah
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Contact the Brooklyn Jewish Historical Initiative at info@brooklynjewish.org for more information.
Source: BJHI
Monday, April 8, 2019
Criminal Justice Legislation Will Force New York Prosecutors to Disclose More Evidence, Sooner
Following years of scandal over wrongful convictions, the state legislature has passed reform measures that could help stop them.
Click here for the report.
Source: ProPublica
Trump Fires Secret Service Chief in Latest Ouster
President Trump is removing the director of the Secret Service and
replacing him with career agent James Murray, the White House said, a
day after the ouster of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen.
Click here for the report.
Source: Reuters
In Depth with Nomi Prins
Author and journalist Nomi Prins talked about her books and took viewer questions. Ms. Prins is the author of Other People’s Money, All the President’s Bankers, and, most recently, Collusion: How Central Bankers Rigged the World.
Click here for video.
Source: C-SPAN
Buttigieg Challenges Pence on LGBTQ Rights: 'Your Quarrel is with My Creator'
CBS News: Mayor Pete Buttigieg, a potential 2020 candidate, took aim at Vice
President Mike Pence in a speech on LGBTQ issues on Sunday. "My marriage
to Chasten has made me a better man and yes, Mr. Vice President, it has
moved me closer to God," said Buttigieg.
Rwandan President Marks 25 Years Since Genocide That Killed 800,000
This report was published on YouTube on April 7.
What You Need to Know About Candida Auris
C. auris is a mysterious and dangerous fungal infection that is among a
growing number of germs that have evolved defenses against common
medicines. Here are some basic facts about it.
Click here for the report.
Source: The New York Times
Rep. Espaillat Endorses New York State Measure for Driver’s Licenses Regardless of Immigration Status
A measure in Albany to allow the state to issue driver’s licenses to people regardless of their immigration status, including those who are undocumented, is being endorsed by Congressman Adriano Espaillat, whose New York district includes parts of Manhattan and the Bronx.
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Source: The New York Daily News
One Week to Go! Questions Answered on Tax Department Website
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today encouraged last-minute filers to focus on submitting an accurate and on-time tax return ahead of Monday’s midnight deadline. To assist those who haven’t filed, the Tax Department is highlighting key information from its website, https://www.tax.ny.gov/.
“The website is chock-full of valuable information and convenient services,” said New York State Taxpayer Rights Advocate Margaret Neri. “You can prepare and file your return, check your refund status, get your questions answered, pay a bill, and more. If you’re struggling to beat the deadline, our website awaits.”
E-file for free. Taxpayers with adjusted gross household incomes of $66,000 or less in 2018 may access free, user-friendly software from their computer, smartphone, or tablet at https://www.tax.ny.gov/ (search: Free File). Last year, more than 155,000 taxpayers took advantage of the free-filing options available on the Tax Department website. The tax preparation software helps prevent filing errors and processing delays. It may also help you claim potentially valuable credits you overlooked.
Check your refund online. If you’re eager to find out the status of your claim for an income tax refund, use the Check your Refund application on our website: https://www.tax.ny.gov/. It’s the fastest and most convenient way to know when to expect your refund. You’ll need to enter the refund amount you're claiming, your Social Security number, and which form you filed.
Communicate directly with the Tax Department. If you receive a letter asking for documentation to support entries on your return, it doesn't mean that you did anything wrong. It's one of several steps the Tax Department takes to ensure that returns and refunds claimed are accurate. The goal is to stop questionable returns and refund claims, not to delay refunds owed.
Access your Account Summary. This page provides a central location for viewing details of your tax account. You can view prepayments to accurately report them on your tax return when filing. This includes estimated tax payments made throughout the year, any overpayment carried forward from the previous year, as well as payments made with your extension of time to file.
Request an extension of time to file. You can obtain an automatic extension of time to file if you’re unable to submit a completed income tax return by the April 15 deadline. The extension request is due by 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 15. You must make full payment of the properly estimated tax balance owed when requesting an extension of time to file. Personal income tax returns filed on extension are due on or before Monday, October 15, 2018.
Visit the Individual Taxpayer Answer Center. You can find answers to common tax questions by searching our database of FAQs.
Source: The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
“The website is chock-full of valuable information and convenient services,” said New York State Taxpayer Rights Advocate Margaret Neri. “You can prepare and file your return, check your refund status, get your questions answered, pay a bill, and more. If you’re struggling to beat the deadline, our website awaits.”
E-file for free. Taxpayers with adjusted gross household incomes of $66,000 or less in 2018 may access free, user-friendly software from their computer, smartphone, or tablet at https://www.tax.ny.gov/ (search: Free File). Last year, more than 155,000 taxpayers took advantage of the free-filing options available on the Tax Department website. The tax preparation software helps prevent filing errors and processing delays. It may also help you claim potentially valuable credits you overlooked.
Check your refund online. If you’re eager to find out the status of your claim for an income tax refund, use the Check your Refund application on our website: https://www.tax.ny.gov/. It’s the fastest and most convenient way to know when to expect your refund. You’ll need to enter the refund amount you're claiming, your Social Security number, and which form you filed.
Communicate directly with the Tax Department. If you receive a letter asking for documentation to support entries on your return, it doesn't mean that you did anything wrong. It's one of several steps the Tax Department takes to ensure that returns and refunds claimed are accurate. The goal is to stop questionable returns and refund claims, not to delay refunds owed.
Access your Account Summary. This page provides a central location for viewing details of your tax account. You can view prepayments to accurately report them on your tax return when filing. This includes estimated tax payments made throughout the year, any overpayment carried forward from the previous year, as well as payments made with your extension of time to file.
Request an extension of time to file. You can obtain an automatic extension of time to file if you’re unable to submit a completed income tax return by the April 15 deadline. The extension request is due by 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 15. You must make full payment of the properly estimated tax balance owed when requesting an extension of time to file. Personal income tax returns filed on extension are due on or before Monday, October 15, 2018.
Visit the Individual Taxpayer Answer Center. You can find answers to common tax questions by searching our database of FAQs.
Source: The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
SUNY Student Assembly Elects 2019-2020 Officers and Student Trustee
Saratoga Spring, NY- This weekend SUNY students from across the system met to elect the new Executive Board for the SUNY Student Assembly.
Austin Ostro, originally from New York City and a graduate student at the University at Albany, was elected Student Assembly President. He will succeed current Student Assembly President and Trustee Michael Braun. By virtue of his election as President, Ostro will serve as a voting member of the SUNY Board of Trustees. He is a long-time member of the Student Assembly, previously serving as Vice President, Chief of Staff, Director of Legislative Affairs, and Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs.
“I am honored and humbled to be elected by students from across the SUNY system to serve as the next President of the Student Assembly,” said President-elect Ostro. “It is essential that the voices of SUNY’s 1.4 million students be heard, and I am excited to take on the role of being their champion in the coming year.”
Kate Wood, a senior at SUNY Oneonta, was elected Student Assembly Vice President. She previously served as the Student Assembly’s Director of Government Relations.
Carson Rowe, a junior at the SUNY ESF was elected as Student Assembly Treasurer. He previously served as the Special Advisor to the Vice President for the Student Assembly and as Vice President of the Undergraduate Student Association at SUNY ESF.
Damilola Adesanya, a sophomore at the University at Albany was elected Student Assembly Secretary. She currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the President at the University at Albany Student Association.
The Student Assembly’s new executive officers will take office on June 1. On that date, Austin Ostro will also be sworn in as a member of the SUNY Board of Trustees.
Source: SUNY SA
Austin Ostro, originally from New York City and a graduate student at the University at Albany, was elected Student Assembly President. He will succeed current Student Assembly President and Trustee Michael Braun. By virtue of his election as President, Ostro will serve as a voting member of the SUNY Board of Trustees. He is a long-time member of the Student Assembly, previously serving as Vice President, Chief of Staff, Director of Legislative Affairs, and Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs.
“I am honored and humbled to be elected by students from across the SUNY system to serve as the next President of the Student Assembly,” said President-elect Ostro. “It is essential that the voices of SUNY’s 1.4 million students be heard, and I am excited to take on the role of being their champion in the coming year.”
Kate Wood, a senior at SUNY Oneonta, was elected Student Assembly Vice President. She previously served as the Student Assembly’s Director of Government Relations.
Carson Rowe, a junior at the SUNY ESF was elected as Student Assembly Treasurer. He previously served as the Special Advisor to the Vice President for the Student Assembly and as Vice President of the Undergraduate Student Association at SUNY ESF.
Damilola Adesanya, a sophomore at the University at Albany was elected Student Assembly Secretary. She currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the President at the University at Albany Student Association.
The Student Assembly’s new executive officers will take office on June 1. On that date, Austin Ostro will also be sworn in as a member of the SUNY Board of Trustees.
Source: SUNY SA
Friday, April 5, 2019
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr: 'We Must Love Each Other'
It's "Feel Good Friday" on From The G-Man
This and every Friday, the site will only post news stories and features from around the world that melt the heart and soothe the soul. This will be the case regardless of breaking news. America needs a break from the 24-hour Trump news cycle and negative news coverage, and From The G-Man will happily oblige.
You and your loved ones have a good and safe weekend.
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Restoring Faith In Humanity: Good Samaritan Compilation
This video was published on YouTube on March 1.
Source: Top Hub
Don't Quit Your Day Job! Politicians' Most Awkward Dance Moves
This video was published on YouTube on November 6, 2018.
What's My Line? - Edward R Murrow (Dec 7, 1952)
This video was published on YouTube on October 5, 2013. Mr. Murrow's appearance begins at the 17:00 mark, but the entire episode is very entertaining. Enjoy!
Source: What's My Line?
Comedy Classics: Abbott & Costello, 'Dice'
This video was published on YouTube on September 7, 2015.
Source: Robert Pastorino
Brad Paisley Building Free Grocery Store in Nashville
This report was published on YouTube on April 4.
High School Robotics Team Builds Wheelchair for 2-Year-Old Boy
This report was published on YouTube on April 2.
Firefighters Get Engaged During Training Drill
This report was published on YouTube on April 3.
CBS News: A Barneveld, New York, firefighter was in the middle of a training drill
when she looked up and saw her firefighter boyfriend down on one knee.
Her emotional reaction to the surprise proposal has gone viral.
School Repackages Leftover Cafeteria Food for Kids to Take Home
This report was published on YouTube on April 3.
US Baseball Glove Company Still Thriving Thanks to Loyalty of Professional Players
This report was published on YouTube on April 4.
Mother Captures Moment Toddler Hears Violinist for the First Time
This report was published on YouTube on April 3.
Pop-Up Pantries Aim to Reduce Food Insecurity for College Students
This report was published on YouTube on April 2.
Scientists Map How to Protect a Third of World's Oceans by 2030
This report was published on YouTube on April 4.
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