As we approach this year’s local election season, voters should savor the opportunity to vote for town and county legislative races in the odd year of an election year cycle as the downstate-driven Majorities at our state Capitol want to shift them...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is working with the University of Buffalo’s Center for Successful Aging’s Team Alice to host a lifesaving educational program for seniors on the dangers of overmedication on September 7 at The Dale Association....

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) was joined by Santa Claus to deliver hundreds of toys collected from the 144th Assembly District’s Christmas in July Toy Drive to children at the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital (OCH) in Buffalo. The goal...

Although it may not come as a surprise to readers that fentanyl is a deadly drug, people may be surprised to learn that fentanyl is increasingly “cut” into other drugs—including marijuana. It only takes a very small amount of fentanyl to kill you,...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is inviting the community to join him in bringing joy to the children at the John Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo through his “Christmas in July” Toy Drive. The drive is going on now through Thursday,...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) has been working on new housing legislation to revitalize small cities across New York state (A.6283). Called the Save Our Small Cities Plan, Norris’ proposal would enhance community renewal funding throughout...

As part of National Safe Boating Week, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his annual two-part Boater Safety Course will be held Tuesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 15 at the Olcott Fire Hall. Advanced registration is required for this course...

As part of National Safe Boating Week, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his annual two-part Boater Safety Course will be held Tuesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 15 at the Olcott Fire Hall. Advanced registration is required for this course...

“State spending has increased $64 billion in just five years under one-party rule. This increase is more than 35 state budgets in our union. For the fifth year in a row, I voted against the entire state budget as New Yorkers cannot sustain this out-of-control...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is calling for the full state Assembly to take immediate action on his legislation (A.2292), which would enable more people to register to vote after the Election Law Committee today held this legislation in committee...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest is now accepting submissions from students in grades nine through twelve. Artists can drop off their posters on the theme “Freedom Isn’t Free,” at the assemblyman’s...

Today, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his Mobile Office Hours events in Pendleton and Royalton for the month of April. Both events will be held at the towns’ respective town halls, with full event details below. The monthly office...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) joined Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), members of their conference, district attorneys and law enforcement from across the state at a press conference today in the State Capitol calling for reforms...

New Yorkers do their best to get by. But this is the Empire State. Our motto is Excelsior. Don’t the hardworking people of this state deserve more than just “getting by?” The reality is that if our government doesn’t focus on a back-to-basics...

“For the future of our state, it’s essential that this budget gets back to basics. Safe, passable roads, bridges and culverts and sewers that provide drainage from flooding and protect our water supply are the basic services our government should...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) today announced he is expanding his monthly Mobile Office Hours in Pendleton to the Town of Royalton as well in the month of March. Both events will be held at their respective town halls, with full event details...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is partnering with the American Red Cross to offer the public two lifesaving opportunities to pay it forward. A community blood drive will be held on March 27, 2023, at the Lockport YMCA from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and...

The men and women who volunteer to serve as firefighters and emergency medical personnel are some of the most selfless citizens, the truest embodiment of being a good neighbor and deserving of all our thanks and appreciation.As I continue to attend local...

New York State Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt and Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) are announcing new legislation they have introduced that would assist volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers for costs relating to using their personal...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) could “heart-ly” wait to kick off his annual Valentines for Seniors event this year. The assemblyman joined students in making valentines this year at Saint John the Baptist School in Alden, one of the eight...