PEF members put street medic training to good use
November 21, 2025 — When PEF members Myron Getman and Michael Popowich decided to go bowling together one recent evening with friends and family, neither one of them expected that...
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PEF and other labor unions uplift Regional Food Bank in time of need
November 21, 2025 — Across the nation, Americans are facing rising costs of living, with many struggling to access food. According to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York...
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A year of growth, networking, and learning for Statewide Women’s Committee
December 12, 2025 — The first half of this year presented significant challenges as we all adapted to changes under the new federal administration. The latter half of the year...
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ITS delegates share value of PEF Convention
November 21, 2025 — First-time delegate Dana Blair, a project manager with the Office of Information Technology Services in Albany, and PEF Division 357 Secretary Heather Craven, a manager...
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My first SOMOS, 25 years in the making
November 21, 2025 — As I start my 25th year at PEF, spanning eight administrations and four presidents, I was invited by President Wayne Spence to attend the SOMOS conference...
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PEF member collects donations for Hurricane Melissa relief in Jamaica
November 22, 2025 — Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica late last month. Current damage estimates show the Category 5 storm caused as much as $7 billion in damages. International aid organizations...
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Analyzing the state’s fiscal outlook and sharing useful resources for elder services
December 15, 2025 — I want to wish all my union siblings and fellow retirees a wonderful holiday season! This is a special time to enjoy all the blessings in...
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Your 2026 Printable Calendar
Stay Organized in 2026: Your Ultimate Holiday, Pay Schedule & PEF Contact Calendar!
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Leave Donation Program offers hope to members in need
November 21, 2025 — PEF members experiencing long-term illness or injury often find themselves facing extreme financial hardship and economic loss when they exhaust their accruals before they can return...
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