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Of all the current Washington scandals, the one involving the IRS appears to have the most staying power. It rolls into one package an agency many love to hate, partisan suspicions and the American appetite for conspiracies.
Afghanistan is believed to be home to world-class mineral deposits, valued at up to $3 trillion and offering hope for the country's economic future. But in the current environment of uncertainty, investors are nervous and it could be many years...
Atmospheric scientist Ira Leifer installed special air sensors on a camper, then drove from Florida to California, measuring methane levels all along the way. More than 6,000 readings later, he found some noticeable spikes, especially around...
Research shows that prime-time television isn't a bad place to find portrayals of working women. Working moms and working women over 40 are another story.
Dan Brown, author of the blockbuster The Da Vinci Code, is back with his first novel in four years. Inferno follows academic hero Robert Langdon on a chase through Italy as he attempts to avert a biological catastrophe.
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Kirsten Gillibrand toured New York state on Monday, building support for her high-tech manufacturing and worker training measure. Photo: Gillibrand website
Gillibrand pushes manufacturing bill in Ticonderoga
Ticonderoga, NY, Feb 19, 2013 — Senator Kirsten Gillibrand was in Ticonderoga, NY, yesterday, working to build support for a new measure that aims to boost high-tech manufacturing.
Gillibrand wants Congress to fund low-interest revolving loans that would help modernize factories and pay for worker training. Go to full article
Gillibrand wants Congress to fund low-interest revolving loans that would help modernize factories and pay for worker training. Go to full article
Fracking delay's effect is in the eye of the beholder
Albany, NY, Feb 19, 2013 — Last week, New York State officials announced another delay of their final decision on hydrofracking. The Department of Environmental Conservation will wait for a report on the health protections in its environmental review of fracking. Then the environmental review can be completed.
The time frame could be less than a month or it could be much longer. And both pro- and anti-fracking groups took heart from the delay. Go to full article
The time frame could be less than a month or it could be much longer. And both pro- and anti-fracking groups took heart from the delay. Go to full article
Why is fear up when crime is down in America?
Utica, NY, Feb 19, 2013 — In the wake of the Newtown tragedy and the contentious push for new gun laws in both Washington and Albany, it's often easy to forget that we've been experiencing a major decline in crime in America. Go to full article
Heard Up North: The man to thank for Canton's groomed trails
Feb 19, 2013 — If you're one of the many cross-country skiers who enjoys the perfectly groomed trails on St. Lawrence University's golf course in Canton, here's the guy you want to... Go to full article
Tuesday's news briefs from the Associated Press
Feb 19, 2013 — Low pay workers say they would welcome NY minimum wage hike. NY officials are now including Hudson areas in their flood study. NY mom is accused of hiring strippers for her... Go to full article
Young artists get creative in Remington exhibit
Ogdensburg, NY, Feb 19, 2013 — Artwork from middle and high school students around St. Lawrence County is on display this week at the Frederic Remington Art Museum in Ogdensburg. The 16th annual middle... Go to full article
North Country counties settle flood control fight
Feb 18, 2013 — A multimillion dollar legal battle that simmered for half a decade in the North Country is finally winding to a close.
Four counties - including Albany,... Go to full article
Four counties - including Albany,... Go to full article
Why Lake Clear is so very cold
Lake Clear, NY, Feb 18, 2013 — The village of Saranac Lake has a reputation for cold. During the winter, it's frequently the coldest spot on the North Country weather map, sometimes the coldest in the... Go to full article
What North Country wineries are doing right
Rochester, NY, Feb 18, 2013 — When you hear New York wines, you probably think about the Finger Lakes. Wineries in that region have become world famous for their Rieslings and other white and red... Go to full article
Heard Up North: Tough times at the post office
Glens Falls, NY, Feb 18, 2013 — The US Postal Service lost another $1.3 billion in the last few months of 2012.
As a result, many rural post offices across the North Country are expected to see... Go to full article
As a result, many rural post offices across the North Country are expected to see... Go to full article
Monday's news briefs from the Associated Press
Feb 18, 2013 — NY Senator Gillibrand touts manufacturing legislation. A surge in heroin is linked to painkillers in NY. NY handgun licenses can file privacy form.
Family Day... Go to full article
Family Day... Go to full article
