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For years, governors were considered the most pragmatic figures in politics. Now, they're using their states to run ideological experiments.
The American Medical Association still has a considerable bully pulpit. And the group's vote Tuesday could give more oomph to efforts to have obesity interventions paid for by insurers and to get the public focused on the problem.
Last fall, Heather Liljengren was collecting the seeds of New York's native dune grasses. Within days, Hurricane Sandy wiped out the Rockaways' dunes and all their flora. Now, those seeds are growing plants likely to be used to restore the dunes and...
Actor James Gandolfini, 51, has reportedly died. Variety magazine reports that he suffered a "sudden stroke." The cause of death is not yet known with certainty, but HBO says the actor may have suffered a heart attack.
Recycling old bottles into new bottles is surprisingly complex. We visited a recycling plant and a bottle factory to see the whole process.
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McHugh speaking to reporters during his first visit to Fort Drum as Army Secretary. Photo: David Sommerstein
Report: McHugh may step down from top Army post
Washington, DC, Mar 06, 2013 — A major newspaper covering the military is reporting John McHugh may step down as Secretary of the Army. Go to full article
Monkton, VT voters oppose gas pipeline
Bristol, VT, Mar 06, 2013 — Tuesday was town meeting day in Vermont. Residents across the state gathered to vote on routine business, like school budgets and taxes. But hot button issues were also on the agenda in some towns this year. In Monkton, residents are riled up about a proposed natural gas pipeline. Go to full article
With better snow comes spate of sled deaths
Parishville, NY, Mar 06, 2013 — Snow conditions have been improving in parts of the North Country the last two weeks and that means more sledders out on the trail. But there have also been five snowmobile deaths across the region. Go to full article
State gov talks about amending NY SAFE act
Albany, NY, Mar 06, 2013 — Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver says there's been talk of amending the state's recently-enacted gun control law, to permit a 10 magazine clip in certain circumstances. Silver... Go to full article
NY State Assembly approves $9 minimum wage
Albany, NY, Mar 06, 2013 — The New York State Assembly voted to raise the state's minimum wage to $9 an hour. But the measure is stalled in the State Senate. Go to full article
Listen to Beatrice Jacobs, 100, tell stories of Mohawk life
Hogansburg, NY, Mar 06, 2013 — A memorial service was held yesterday for a Mohawk woman who lived to be 100 years old. The family of Beatrice Jacobs says she's lived a healthy life at a nursing home in... Go to full article
Living with looms and working with wool
Harrisville, NY, Mar 06, 2013 — March is the start of another busy season of exhibits, fairs and road trips for artisans across the region. Over the next few months, we'll bring you some of the voices of... Go to full article
Why there's less press access under Cuomo
Albany, NY, Mar 05, 2013 — Governor Andrew Cuomo is keeping a firm grip over communication between state agencies and journalists, ... Go to full article
Lawmakers seek ban of DMAA fitness supplement
Albany, NY, Mar 05, 2013 — A push to ban the fitness supplement DMAA brought a sports hero to the capitol along with parents who say they lost their son to the substance.
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How would New York deal with hydrofracking wastewater?
Binghamton, NY, Mar 05, 2013 — About four million gallons of water goes into a typical Marcellus Shale well during the fracking process. As much as 20 percent of what went in comes back out right away.... Go to full article
Adirondack Attic: 1920s chess champs at Gabriels Sanatorium
Mar 05, 2013 — We continue our series, the Adirondack Attic, with Andy Flynn. NCPR is collaborating with Andy and his sources at the Adirondack Museum and other historical associations and... Go to full article
