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All Before Five, our afternoon regional news program, gives listeners a complete update on the day's news and weather, followed by the top regional features stories from NCPR News.

Nora FlahertyThe host of All Before Five is Nora Flaherty. Nora came to NCPR in March 2011 from WFUV in New York City, where she worked as a reporter and hosted a weekly interview program. She has become a familiar voice since then as a reporter for The Eight O'Clock Hour.

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The Via Rail/Amtrak train "Maple Leaf" (shown here near Niagara Falls) makes the Toronto to New York City run. Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/3336/5313641895/">Diego Torres Silvestre</a>, Creative Commons, some rights reserved
The Via Rail/Amtrak train "Maple Leaf" (shown here near Niagara Falls) makes the Toronto to New York City run. Photo: Diego Torres Silvestre, Creative Commons, some rights reserved

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/23/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 23, 2013 — Canada disrupts a "major terror plot" supported by Al Qaeda. Elmira thinks twice about its fracking boom. Hydrofracking is a top concern at New York State's Earth Day lobbying day. Corruption is still Albany's topic A. And a preview of St. Lawrence University's production of the Vagina Monologues.  Go to full article
Speed skater Bridie Farrell. Photo: Milwaukee Public Radio
Speed skater Bridie Farrell. Photo: Milwaukee Public Radio

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/22/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 22, 2013 — In a month of scandals, is it time for reform at the state Board of Elections? A sex abuse charge rocks US speedskating. And in our weekly gardening conversation, bringing Earth Day back home.  Go to full article
An Amish garage in St. Lawrence County. Photo: Sarah Harris
An Amish garage in St. Lawrence County. Photo: Sarah Harris

The 8 O'clock Hour, 4/18/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 18, 2013 — Amish farmers make an unusual partnership with dairy giant Agri-Mark. "Milk Not Jails" moves for the upstate economy to invest in dairy, not corrections. Sen. Charles Schumer says a new bipartisan immigration deal will help dairy farmers and immigrant workers.

A new poll finds New Yorkers want more action against corruption. BP will push forward with its Cape Vincent wind power project, although it's put its entire renewables division up for sale. And on Natural Selections: unusual pollinators.  Go to full article
Dairy farmer Mike Kiechle of Philadelphia, NY. Photo: David Sommerstein
Dairy farmer Mike Kiechle of Philadelphia, NY. Photo: David Sommerstein

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/17/13

by NCPR News
Apr 17, 2013 — Will the Greek yogurt boom help dairy farmers? Why some North Country parents want their kids to boycott New York state's standardized tests. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Assembly Democrats roll out some reform ideas. And the St. Lawrence University Wind Ensemble brings together campus and community.  Go to full article
A worker checks finished yogurt cups at the North Country Dairy in North Lawrence. Photo: Courtesy Upstate Niagara Cooperative
A worker checks finished yogurt cups at the North Country Dairy in North Lawrence. Photo: Courtesy Upstate Niagara Cooperative

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/16/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 16, 2013 — We talk to Canton native and Boston Marathon runner Laura Monroe-Duprey, who was turned back by bombs yesterday. Julie Grant gets a tour of the North Country Dairy, which is now making Greek-style yogurt. The North Country Regional Economic Development Council gets a crash course on Fort Drum's impact.

Brian Mann explores a dramatic drop in the New York and US prison inmate population. State lawmakers return to the Capitol to confront recent ethics scandals. And a new building will expand Shelburne Museum's cultural reach.  Go to full article
Brian Mann on a rope and wire bridge above the forest in Costa Rica. Photo: Susan Waters
Brian Mann on a rope and wire bridge above the forest in Costa Rica. Photo: Susan Waters

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/15/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 15, 2013 — There's a lot left to do in the New York state legislature, but recent ethics scandals may overshadow the agenda. Costa Rica's jungle, in sound and pictures. A new report says NY's energy could near 100% renewable by 2030. On tax day, the state says it's going to crack down on evaders. And chill winds, be gone! It's time for a little gardening.  Go to full article
Photo: David Sommerstein
Photo: David Sommerstein

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/11/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 12, 2013 — A look at what's delaying New York state's decision on hydraulic fracturing. US Sen. Charles Schumer lobbies to fix hazardous dams, including many in the North Country. A new report finds New York state's energy could near 100 percent renewable by 2030. Caramelo Trio are live in the studio. And our weekend conditions report for the Adirondacks.  Go to full article
Leaf cutter ant. Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/wwwebber/4328430218/">Jim Webber</a> CC <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/deed.en">some rights reserved</a>
Leaf cutter ant. Photo: Jim Webber CC some rights reserved

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/11/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 11, 2013 — NYS reform groups say Gov. Cuomo's corruption-fighting plan is a good 1st step. North Country schools face uncharted ground, with financial woes and mandates. How can they best proceed? A Cornell University project uses artificial intelligence to ID birds. And on Natural Selections: Leaf Cutter Ants.  Go to full article
Todd Duckworth as Edward Curtis in "The Edward Curtis Story." Photo: Andrew Alexander/GCTC
Todd Duckworth as Edward Curtis in "The Edward Curtis Story." Photo: Andrew Alexander/GCTC

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/10/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 10, 2013 — Lawmakers push the idea of visas for dairy workers. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo looks to give District Attorneys more corruption-fighting power. Essex County moves to reduce bar hours, but not as much as some had hoped. Using music to save an endangered tree. And Connie Meng reviews "The Edward Curtis Story" at GCTC in Ottawa.  Go to full article
State Sen. Betty Little, R-Queensbury, speaks to veterans at Paul Smith's College on Wednesday. Little visited the campus to highlight the veteran-friendly programs the college has put forth in recent years. Photo: Chris Morris, Adirondack Daily Enterprise
State Sen. Betty Little, R-Queensbury, speaks to veterans at Paul Smith's College on Wednesday. Little visited the campus to highlight the veteran-friendly programs the college has put forth in recent years. Photo: Chris Morris, Adirondack Daily Enterprise

The 8 O'Clock Hour 4/09/13

by NCPR News, in Canton, NY
Apr 09, 2013 — How Paul Smith's college is doing right by veterans. Comptroller DiNapoli says fiscal stress for schools and municipalities may be the "new normal." Salary prospects look dim for the class of 2013. And what's in the North Country's skies this spring with astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue.  Go to full article

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Nora Flaherty and other NCPR reporters call out to people in communties all over the region to get a first-person take on what is happening that day in one of the nooks and crannies of the North Country, or to share one of the unique voices that contribute to the choir that is our region.

The program is looking for individuals who can fill the bill in their community--the unofficial mayors of unincorporated villages, the diner counter know-it-alls, the barbershop networkers, the contrarian librarians. If you know someone whose tongue is well-strung, drop Nora a line.