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- Capital: Albany
- Governor: David PatersonOfficial Site: David Paterson
- Population: 19,306,183 (2006 Estimate)U.S. Census Bureau: New York
- Founded: July 26, 1788
- Time zone: Eastern: UTC-5/-4
- Major cities: New York City, Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse
- Official state items: Bluebird (state bird), Rose (flower), Sugar Maple (tree), Apple (fruit), Beaver (animal)
- Nickname: The Empire State
- Motto: Excelsior
- Highest point: Mount Marcy
- Lowest point: Atlantic Ocean
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Located in the North Eastern United States, New York is the third most populated state. It is also home to the largest city in the U.S., New York City.
As one of the nation's most politically liberal states, New York saw a stunning political turnaround in on June 8, 2009. In what was described by CBS News as a "coup" NYC-based Democratic state senators Pedro Espada Jr. and Hiram Monserrate switched sides, giving Republican's control of the legislative body.CBS News: In New York, Senate "Coup" Takes Down Dems
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George Paterson Swearing
On September 19, 2009 George David Paterson was officially sworn in as the states first legally blind Governor. -
History
Originally claimed by Henry Hudson in 1609, New York became the 11th United State on July 26, 1788. Its first governor, George Clinton was inaugurated on July 30, 1777. -
Major Cities
New York is home to several big cities, including Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, and New York City. Also known as "The City That Never Sleeps", New York City is the not only the largest U.S. city, but also the most visited city in the U.S. -
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New York City
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Current ConditionsNew York, NY as of Tue, 09 Feb 2010 5:51 am EST
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Albany
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Current ConditionsAlbany, NY as of Tue, 09 Feb 2010 5:51 am EST
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Buffalo
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Current ConditionsBuffalo, NY as of Tue, 09 Feb 2010 5:54 am EST
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SnowHigh: 27°F (-3°C)
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New York State Questions
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OPEN THREAD: "Deadly Doctors" article in the ''New York Post'' 4 AnswersThe New York post isn’t exactly a unbiased publication, it is one of Rupert Murdoch’s companies so expect them to be anti Obama. this was a republican you real... read more -
Does anyone have the name of the Binghamton, New York hostages? 2 AnswersThe shooter was among the dead. His name was Jiverly Wong (aliases - Jiverly Voong and Linh Phat Voong) and was 41 or 42 years old. A 72 year old teacher at t... read more -
What hospital is Natasha Richardson staying at in New York? 1 AnswerLenox Hill Hospital http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5gpFwi_X_YiO5L7XyHjDtlYz15sWQ "TV footage and news photos showed Richardson's family arri... read more
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New York State News
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Gov. Paterson written off by experts, pols as he fends off rumors of sexual ...
BY Kenneth Lovett New York State First Lady Michelle Paterson attends the 2010 Grace in Winter Silver Ball at The Grand Ballroom at The Plaza Hotel on ... (February 09, 2010)New York Daily News -
Cuomo Settles With Two Firms for $19 Million
Markstone Capital Group LLC, an Israeli venture capital firm, paid $18 million to New York state. The other firm, Wetherly Capital Group LLC, ... (February 09, 2010)Before It's News -
Senate to Vote: Censure or Expulsion for Sen. Monserrate
AP Interview: NY's Paterson lashes back at rumors by Ailsa Chang NEW YORK, NY February 08, 2010 —New York's State Senate expects to vote tomorrow on whether ... (February 08, 2010)WNYC -
Claire Novak: Of Politics and Ponies
Ever since the New York State Legislature legalized expanded gaming devices at the racetracks — all the way back in 2001 — the process to develop and ... (February 08, 2010)ESPN
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New York State Blogs
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New York state senate proposal would require gallons/100 mile ...
Here at AutoblogGreen, we're no strangers to the mileage vs. consumption debate, but New York state could become the first in the nation to require fuel consumption ratings on new vehicles. For those not familiar with the concept, ..... (February 08, 2010)green.autoblog.com -
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The New York State office of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development convened ag and business leaders from across Upstate this past week for a strategy session at Hope Lodge at Greek Peak (a USDA-financed project ... see... (February 07, 2010)cleantechny.blogspot.com -
New York State's Executive Budget « BuffaloBloodDonor
New York State's Executive Budget. Every year the Governor publishes the Executive Budget, the starting point for further negotiations with the State Legislature that results in a finalized state budget. Rarely – if ev... (February 08, 2010)paulbuckley14059.wordpress.com -
Sex Work Awareness » Sex Work Issues and the New York State ...
Sex Work Issues and the New York State Legislative Process. February 8, 2010 – 5:10 pm | Comments Off. Tuesday , February 23rd, 6:00pm-8:30pm. At the Urban Justice Center in NYC Ask most people about government and they tend to talk... (February 08, 2010)sexworkawareness.org
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New York State Vacation
- Mahalo's Guide to a New York City Vacation
- New York State official website: Recreation/Tourism
- Official New York State tourism website: I LOVE NEW YORK
- New York State: Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation
- Frommer's: New York City Travel Guide
- Fodor's: New York City and Hamptons Travel Guides
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New York State on Google Products
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@vickyxchemical Well I've never been to New York, only drove through it to get to another state.
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