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Political Fight In Tupper Lake: Altamont Town Supervisor Asked To Resign

by Brian Mann

Dec 11, 2002 — Town officials in Tupper Lake are caught in an ugly political feud. Last week, the Altamont town board urged veteran supervisor Dean LeFebvre to resign. The move came after LeFebvre published a scathing letter in the town newspaper, attacking local leaders. As Brian Mann reports, the fight comes as the town is struggling with a major budget crisis, that's forced lay-offs and deep program cuts. Go to full article

Safety Against Terrorism: What Can Local Officials Do?

by Brian Mann

Nov 28, 2001 — North Country officials say they're working to safeguard the region against acts of terrorism--but many locals are still anxious. Brian Mann reports. Go to full article

Local Government Conference in Potsdam

by Martha Foley

Oct 09, 2001 — Martha Foley talks with Potsdam Mayor Ruth Garner about the 10th Annual Local Government Conference, at SUNY Potsdam. Wednesday's Conference theme is "Managing Local Government: Listening, Learning, Leading," and Vermont Governor Howard Dean will be the keynote speaker. Go to full article

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