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Time of India
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Was adopted in an orphanage in Calcutta': Who is Indian-origin New York State senator Jeremy Cooney?
Senator Cooney spoke about his Indian origin as he introduced a resolution to recognize the 75th Anniversary of the Indian Constitution. The New York State Senate adopted a resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution, introduced by Senator Jeremy Cooney, who celebrates his Indian origin . 'Today, I had the privilege of introducing a Senate resolution to recognise the 75th Anniversary of the Indian Constitution. As an orphan from Kolkata, India, I'm incredibly proud to celebrate our Indian heritage and this important landmark with my colleagues and all New Yorkers,' Senator Cooney posted on X. 'I am introducing this resolution in honour of the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution, a time to celebrate Indian independence and the many brave Indians who risked their lives for the betterment of their fellow countrymen,' Cooney said during his address. 'As many of my colleagues know in the Senate, I was adopted from an orphanage in Calcutta and throughout my life, I have worked very hard to maintain a strong connection with India and Indians in my community. That connection continues today as we honour the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution,' he stated. — SenatorCooney (@SenatorCooney) What Jeremy Cooney revealed about his birth and birth mother Cooney has extensively spoken about his Indian origin. In 2018, he penned his birth story in a blog, though he said he does not know much of it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo "I don't know much about my birth mother, but I know she was alone. She came to my orphanage, the International Mission of Hope Society, pregnant and unable to keep her child. She was able to stay at the Christian mission and deliver me under medical supervision. I was born weeks later with only a first name. No substantial records were kept, assuring her anonymity," he wrote. He was adopted by his single mother Anne when she was 40. "Years later, I would return to that same orphanage as Jeremy Cooney, with my (adopted) mother, Anne. Single and at the age of 40, my mother took a chance and adopted a little brown boy from across the globe. She did so in the name of love. Nevertheless, it was risky at the time. I was first Indian male adoptee from India in upstate New York," he wrote.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Senator Jeremy Cooney hosts second annual Iftar dinner for Muslims
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Sunday night members of the Muslim community gathered for the second annual, free Iftar dinner, hosted by Senator Jeremy Cooney. That happened at the Edgerton R-Center in Rochester. Ramadan is a holy month, a time when many who follow will fast from sunrise to sundown and focus on reflection and growth. Each night during the full month of Ramadan, Muslims break their fast at what's called Iftar, and eat a meal together. (WROC/Melanie Sosa) A spectacular spectacle of shamrocks: The 2025 Rochester St. Patrick's Day Parade 'I am thankful for Senator Jeremy taking initiative to bring all Muslim population and non-muslim population together so we have actually a lot of common things we can share, and this is kind of a happy occasion for us. As I said, this is one of the purposes of Ramadan, people come together and share bread together,' said Jafer Yasur, Muslim Chaplain at Groveland Correctional Facility. During the event, individuals were presented with New York State awards for their work and lasting impact on the Muslim community. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Bill to address drugged driving being considered in Albany
BRIGHTON, N.Y. — If a local lawmaker gets his way, it could soon be a lot easier to punish more people driving while on drugs. State Senator Jeremy Cooney, a Democrat, is addressing an issue that's received a good amount of attention, especially since the advent of synthetic drugs and the legalization of cannabis. Namely, the current laws regulating what law enforcement can or cannot do with a driver they suspect got behind the wheel while impaired by drugs. Right now, the law is murky, mainly because law enforcement is required to name the drug that impaired the driver or risk watching the suspect ever-changing synthetic drugs makes that very difficult. Cooney's bill would change the definition of 'drug' in traffic law to include any substance or combination of substances that impair, to any extent, physical and mental abilities. 'When we talk about life-saving legislation, we think that this is certainly something that could deter drivers from either consuming these drugs and operating a motor vehicle or hold bad drivers accountable under the law and allow prosecutors to seek justice on behalf of the victims,' Cooney said. This would likely lead to more license suspensions and revocations, though, one group called Legal Action Center has concerns that bills like this will result in more involuntary psychiatric hospitalizations, adding the government should focus more on treating mental health issues and addressing the opioid crisis. 'It's not necessarily whether you pass protection laws like mine or you provide mental health services. I hope we can do both, not only in the state budget that we're negotiating right now, but in public policy this legislative session,' Cooney said in response. This proposal comes as AAA is reporting more people driving high on cannabis following legalization and national data shows a dramatic increase in the number of drivers involved in fatal crashes who tested positive for at least one drug. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Where are Rochester travelers flying? These routes are the busiest
The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport continues to grow with ongoing expansions. In the summer of 2024, a $38.1 million construction project began, focusing on upgrades to security, amenities, elevators, and other improvements. Additionally, starting in May, Breeze Airways, a low-cost airline, will launch nonstop flights between Rochester and Charleston, South Carolina, and Raleigh, North Carolina. Local leaders, including state Sen. Jeremy Cooney, the Senate Transportation Committee chairman, advocate for more direct flights and encourage travelers to choose Rochester's airport over those in Buffalo and Syracuse. They aim to reduce 'leakage'—an airline industry term for passengers traveling to other airports instead of using their local airport. According to the most popular flights departing from Rochester are: Chicago (ORD) – 143 flights/month New York City (JFK) – 112 flights/month Washington (IAD) – 98 flights/month Detroit (DTW) – 89 flights/month Washington (DCA) – 86 flights/month Baltimore-Washington (BWI) – 78 flights/month Charlotte (CLT) – 72 flights/month New York (EWR) – 69 flights/month Atlanta (ATL) – 69 flights/month New York City (LGA) – 63 flights/month Punta Gorda, Florida Boston, Massachusetts Chicago (ORD) Charlotte, North Carolina Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Washington, D.C. (DCA) Miami, Florida (Saturday only) Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Nashville, Tennessee Orlando/Lakeland, Florida Charlotte, North Carolina (Concord-Padgett Regional Airport) Wilmington, North Carolina Charleston, South Carolina Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina New Orleans (One stop, no plane change) Orlando, Florida (One stop, no plane change) Atlanta, Georgia Detroit, Michigan New York (JFK & LGA) New York (JFK) Baltimore, Maryland Las Vegas, Nevada Orlando, Florida (MCO) Tampa, Florida (Seasonal) Orlando, Florida (MCO) Fort Lauderdale, Florida Chicago (ORD) Newark, New Jersey Washington, D.C. (Dulles International Airport) Genae Shields is the business and development impact reporter working on mobility stories that dive into how people get around Rochester and it's surrounding areas. As a member of the local community, Genae enjoys learning about newly emerging businesses and changes that impact Rochester's BIPOC and LGBTQ neighborhoods. She also enjoys supporting local artists and nonprofit organizations. Contact Genae at gshields@ This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Where are Rochester travelers flying? These routes are the busiest
