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Commentary: Voter Participation

by Commentary

Nov 05, 2002 — New York makes an effort to enroll low-income voters. But many never go to the polls. Commentator Jill Vaughan says it's the issues that are out of reach, not the polling places. Go to full article

Ames to Close All Stores

by David Sommerstein

Aug 14, 2002 — Ames Department Stores chain announced today it will close all its locations nationwide, leaving some 22,000 people without jobs. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article

An Energy-Saving Habitat

by David Sommerstein

Jul 24, 2002 — Habitat for Humanity in St. Lawrence County breaks ground today on a low-cost home in Rensselaer Falls. Thanks to a collaboration with a regional energy efficiency group, the home will use 30% less energy than a conventional one. David Sommerstein reports it could become a model for more low-income housing. Go to full article

Record Number of People using Homeless Shelters and Soup Kitchens

by Karen DeWitt

Apr 05, 2002 — There have been a record number of people seeking help at homeless shelters and soup kitchens in New York throughout the winter. At one free breakfast program in downtown Albany, attendance has been growing. It reached an all time record high a few days before Easter. The churches who run the program aren't exactly sure why. Karen Dewitt reports. Go to full article

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