Jan 03, 2013 — A 2012 report from New York State's Department of Health says fracking could be done safely, if the right precautions are taken. The "fiscal cliff" deal brings good news for the wind industry. A state education panel recommends more school time for children.

The housing market around Fort Drum tightens as soldiers stay at home. Gov. Cuomo is furious about the US House's failure to vote on aid for victims of Superstorm Sandy. And on Natural Selections: Ginkgo trees.