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Today AGUSTIN LEBRON-MORALES was arraigned upon a one count indictment charging him with the Murder in the Second Degree of Sonia Valera-Florian. LeBron and Valera were cohabiting together with her 13 year old son at the time of the murder at 322 Patio Lane in the Village of Mt. Morris. Livingston County Court Judge Dennis S. Cohen accepted LeBron's not-guilty plea, set one million dollars bail, ordered LeBron to turn over his passport, and adjourned the case until 2-11-2010.

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ION/DANC Partnership Receives $39.7 Million and Slic Network Solutions Receives $5.4 Million to Extend High-Speed Internet to Rural Areas by New York State Office for Technology ALBANY, NY (12/18/2009)(readMedia)-- The New York State Office of the Chief Information Officer, the Office for Technology, and the New York State Foundation for Science, Technology and Innovation today announced two broadband development projects received $44 million in federal stimulus monies. New York State was one of two states to receive multiple awards and received the largest portion of monies awarded at this time. "I am very pleased that two broadband initiatives in New York State were prioritized among the hundreds of broadband grants submitted to receive federal stimulus dollars," said Governor Paterson. "Ensuring every New Yorker has access to high-speed Internet service is paramount to economic development in New York State. The economic, educational, and social benefits are enormous and we want to ensure New Yorkers in every corner of our state have access to broadband service to be full participants in this Digital Age." A partnership between ION, a for-profit company based in Albany, and the Development Authority of the North Country (DANC), a public benefit corporation, will receive $39.7 million in federal funds and will self-fund an additional $4.95 million and receive a New York State Innovation Economy Matching Grant for $4.95 million for a total project cost of $49.6 million. ION and DANC will develop a regional broadband network to connect more than 100 community institutions, including libraries, state and community colleges, and health clinics. The ION/DANC project will enable last-mile connections to 250,000 households and 38,000 businesses. Leveraging existing broadband networks maintained by ION and DANC will help facilitate service to a majority of rural areas in New York including communities in the North Country, Mohawk Valley, Finger Lakes Region and Western New York, as well as parts of Pennsylvania and Vermont. In addition, Slic Network Solutions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nicholville Telephone, will receive $5.4 million in federal funds to build a fiber optic network in rural Franklin County. With the $4.3 million federal grant, and a federal loan of $1.1 million, Slic Network Solutions will extend a 136-mile fiber optic network reaching into five towns in rural Franklin County. This all-fiber network will deliver broadband voice, and IPTV services to remote rural areas. The network will offer service to more than 6,500 locations. Dr. Melodie Mayberry-Stewart, New York State Chief Information Officer and Director of the Office for Technology and Chair of the New York State Broadband Development and Deployment Council said, "On behalf of the Broadband Council, I want to extend our congratulations to the ION/DANC partnership and to Slic Network Solutions for their excellent proposals. We look forward to working together to fulfill New York's broadband strategy. Together we will ensure all areas of New York State, urban and rural, unserved and underserved, enjoy the richness of living in a connected world." Edward Reinfurt, Executive Director of the New York State Foundation for Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR), said, "As a member of the state's broadband project review team, I can attest to the many benefits associated with this project. It received one of the highest rankings in the review and we appreciate the NTIA giving the states the opportunity to provide input into the selection process. This will provide the type of connectivity that will propel economic in the North Country, Central New York and the Southern Tier." As New York State works to enhance and grow a new economy based on knowledge, technology and innovation, it has recognized the importance of securing federal stimulus funds. New York recognizes that a commitment of state matching funds can greatly increase the chance of a proposal being selected for federal funding. These two broadband awards will significantly impact regional high tech economic development by providing a foundation of a robust communications assets to regions of the state that have not had this level of connectivity before. The Governor's Innovation Matching Grants Program, administered by NYSTAR, will provide a 10% match which will allow these companies to leverage additional dollars and enable them to build out networks in the shortest timeframe possible. The goal of the New York State Innovation Economy Matching Grants Program is to provide assistance through the commitment of matching funds to New York State research institutions, businesses and municipalities in attracting new federal, private foundation or industry dollars to New York. Yesterday, Vice President Joe Biden announced $183 million for 18 broadband projects in 17 states that will be used to build broadband networks in underserved communities across the nation. The funding is part of the $7.2 billion set aside for broadband in President Obama's $787 billion economic recovery program earlier this year. In September 2009, New York State government agencies and non-government organizations applied for federal stimulus grants to make broadband service universally available in unserved and underserved communities across the state. Grant applications were submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the U. S. Department of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service for broadband funding available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Projects intended to provide greater Internet access to people throughout the state, increase digital literacy programs, and spur economic development. The projects demonstrate innovative approaches to bridge the digital divide and enhance New York's broadband capacity in communities, and will benefit economic and community development efforts, improve public safety communications, expand online government services, provide new educational opportunities and leverage the state's university research and development capacity. Additional Resources Vice President Joe Biden; White House Press Release:http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/vice-president-biden-kicks-72-billion-recovery-act-broadband-program New York State Universal Broadband Strategic Roadmap: http://www.nysbroadband.ny.gov/assets/documents/Final_Broadband_Strategy_June2009.pdf NYS Innovation Economy Matching Grants Program: http://www.nystar.state.ny.us/matching/default.htm Broadband USA: http://broadbandusa.sc.egov.usda.gov/ ION website: http://www.i-o-n.com/index.html DANC website: http://www.danc.org/index.html Slic Network Solutions: http://www.slic.com/home.html

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by New York State Division of Housing & Community Renewal ALBANY, NY (12/16/2009)(readMedia)-- Commissioner Deborah VanAmerongen today announced $2.8 million in New York State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Small Business Program awards to help businesses grow and create 235 jobs in Chenango, Delaware, Greene, Orange, Oneida, Essex, Steuben, and Wyoming Counties. Governor David A. Paterson said, "To make New York's economy strong, we must provide small businesses with the resources they need to grow and bring jobs to local communities, and security and opportunity to working families. These awards have a dramatic impact on our ability to attract companies to New York, leverage additional funding for start-ups and expansion projects, and create vibrant and stable communities." Commissioner VanAmerongen said, "These awards will assist dairy farms, an IT service provider, a manufacturer, and help improve infrastructure and create a new tourist attraction. Across the state, a wide array of businesses like these are working to recover from the economic downturn, meet new challenges to remain competitive, and contribute to the quality of life in New York State. The New York State Community Development Block Grant and Small Business Assistance programs provide the support and tools companies need to succeed and create jobs in their communities." $616,000 to help Proxima US establish headquarters in Hornell and create 40 jobs More than $600,000 in NYS CDBG funds will be used to help Proxima US of Minnesota establish headquarters in the City of Hornell. Proxima provides low cost IT outsourcing and business services and strives to locate work centers in small and rural communities near colleges and universities in order to attract an educated workforce and take advantage of the competitive costs of living. Proxima US will purchase and renovate a building on Broadway in Hornell. The SUNY College of Technology at Alfred, Corning Community College, SUNY College at Geneseo and Finger Lakes Community College are nearby. Funding will be used for working capital, soft costs, and equipment purchases and will help leverage nearly one million dollars in private investment and create 40 new jobs, 21 of which will be made available to persons from low- and moderate-income families. $200,000 in NYS CDBG Small Business resources to establish the Oneida County Microenterprise Program Oneida County has been awarded $200,000 in NYS CDBG Small Business resources to establish the Oneida County Microenterprise Program. NYS CDBG funds will be used to assist both existing and start-up micro-businesses within Oneida County and support working capital and machinery and equipment costs. The program will create a minimum of eight new jobs, all of which will benefit persons from low- and moderate-income families. $100,000 in NYS CDBG Small Business Assistance Program funding to assist in expansion of Sregnouy Farms in the Town of Java Wyoming County will receive $100,000 in NYS CDBG Small Business Assistance Program resources to assist in the expansion of the family dairy farm, Sregnouy Farms, in the Town of Java. This expansion will create a Heifer raising enterprise which will allow Sregnouy to eliminate boarding costs by returning young stock to the farm to be raised on premise, as well as enable the acquisition of additional cows. The expansion will result in increased milk production, helping the farm remain competitive. NYS CDBG funds will be used for machinery and equipment and will allow the farm to retain six positions and create one part time position. All jobs are held by or made available to persons from low- and moderate-income New York families.

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Five Super Easy Financial Resolutions DES MOINES, Iowa, Dec. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Each year starts with lofty goals, but resolutions are hard to keep. Rather than attempt a lifestyle change overnight, set small, attainable goals. Here, SmartyPig (www.smartypig.com) offers five super easy resolutions anyone can use to put finances on track: -- Know your credit score Good credit is the foundation for achieving financial goals. It's crucial to stay on top of your score. Services such as Equifax can tell you where you stand. If outstanding debt has lowered your score, start paying it down, prioritizing high-interest debt. -- Define specific savings goals General savings accounts are great, but experts say that saving is easier with specific goals because you visualize the prize rather than the process. Whether saving for a wedding, a vacation, a flat-screen TV or home improvements, check out SmartyPig (www.SmartyPig.com), a digital piggy bank for goal-based savers that makes it easy to set up several savings accounts and track progress. With a competitive interest rate (2.01%), cash boosts of up to 12%, and the option to invite friends and family to contribute to goals, you can end up with significantly more than you personally contributed. -- Cut up credit cards According to Experian, the average consumer carries 4.5 pieces of plastic -- 4.5 potential paths into debt! By eliminating extra cards, you limit opportunities to spend money you don't have. Start with cards that have high rates or punitive fees. Use scissors! Cancelling cards can impact your credit score, cutting them up makes them just as inaccessible. -- Increase your 401K by 3% You already know that you should contribute as much as possible to your 401K retirement savings plan - especially if your employer matches. An easy way to boost that savings is by increasing your contributions by a minimum of 3% each year. As your career progresses and your salary increases, it's unlikely you'll miss the money. -- Make a date with your finances Most of us are too busy to tackle anything but the most necessary financial assignments. Set aside time for crossing items off your financial To-Do list. Do what works for you whether it's annual, quarterly or monthly appointments, though it helps to schedule this time when banks and other institutions are open. Time spent finding high-yield savings accounts, better insurance plans, and no-fee cards results in money in your pocket.

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