Binghamton Ranks 3rd Highest In NYS Metro Unemployment
Elmira lands at 2nd for the highest unemployment rate in New York State for June 2023.
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New York Businesses Being Charged to Pay Back Federal Loans
New York businesses are receiving surcharges from the New York State Department of Labor to pay back federal loans taken out to cover unemployment benefits.
NYS Department of Labor Warns ‘Return to Work Credit Bonus’ Is a Scam
The New York State Department of Labor is warning of an email scam that could ultimately lead to your personal information being stolen.
Identity Theft in New York Surges During Pandemic
New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says cases of identity theft have surged during the coronavirus pandemic.
$1400 Stimulus Directly Deposited As Early As This Weekend
President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion bill earlier than planned and one of the items many Americans want to know about is the $1,400 stimulus payment. According to White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, if you are one of the eligible Americans, look for a direct deposit as early as this weekend.
New Yorkers Won’t Miss Unemployment Benefit Payments
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says there will be no lag in unemployment benefits in the state in spite of President Trump’s delay in signing a relief bill.
Southern Tier Officials Brace for More Economic Hits from COVID
The Binghamton Labor Market is seeing an increase in unemployment last month of 1.9% over October of last year.
Federal Prosecutors in New York Go After COVID Insurance Fraud
Federal officials are cracking down on criminals trying to steal benefits intended for those impacted by the pandemic.
Unemployed Central New Yorkers Will See Extra $300 Per Week
Unemployed Central New Yorkers will get a boost in their unemployment checks, to the tune of $300 per week, thanks to a federal grant.
Were You Getting More On Unemployment Than Working?
For some people, the extra $600 unemployment benefit, that by the way is coming to an end, is a saving grace.