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Stefanik is running for governor. What was her impact on NY-21?

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Federal HEAP funding will not reach New Yorkers until at least November 24, state officials say

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NY-21 Democratic candidates spar over decision to end government shutdown

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Balint, Stefanik defend votes on government shutdown bill

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Trump signs funding bill into law to reopen federal government

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Observe Veterans Day, 11 a.m. at the Peru Memorial VFW Post 309

St. Augustine’s Community Meal Menu for Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Chili Salad  Bread Dessert  Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., take-out only, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972.  All are invited and welcome!

NYS to issue full federal SNAP benefits for November

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL Albany, NY – Npvember 7, 2025 – “After weeks of the Trump administration putting millions of New Yorkers through chaos and confusion, following guidance from USDA, I’ve directed state agencies to issue full federal SNAP benefits for November. We expect the first New Yorkers to begin having access to their […]

Stec backs Stefanik for Governor

State Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today issued the following statement in response to Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announcing her candidacy for Governor of New York State: “I was the first state legislator to endorse Elise Stefanik when she ran for Congress in 2014. Since that time, as an Assemblyman and Senator with districts that are wholly […]

Elise Stefanik Officially Files and Announces Run for New York Governor

Nov. 7, 6:03 a.m. News Release – SARATOGA, N.Y. – Republican candidate for Governor Elise Stefanik released the following statement: “Kathy Hochul is the Worst Governor in America. Under Kathy Hochul’s failed leadership, New York is the most unaffordable state in the nation with the highest taxes, highest energy, utilities, rent, and grocery prices crushing […]

Here’s how the North Country is coping amid social safety net cuts

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Elise Stefanik issues election statement

Statement on New York City Mayoral Election SARATOGA, N.Y. – House Republican Leadership Chairwoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement: “Under Kathy Hochul’s weak catastrophic leadership, New York City has now fallen to a pro-Hamas, Defund the Police, Tax Hiking, Antisemite Jihadist Communist. And instead of standing up for hardworking New York families, Kathy Hochul […]

Residents hunker down during shutdown

Locals share their fears, strategies of survival without SNAP This story may not be visible to people who do not subscribe to the Press-Republican. It connects the political budget impasse to our neighbors. Click here for the Press-Republican story 

On Vermont Health Connect, annual premium prices have doubled, or more

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As USDA Refuses To Unlock Federal Funds, Governor Fast-Tracks $30 Million To Support Over 16 Million Meals Statewide, In Addition to the $11 Million In Emergency Food Bank Funds Announced Last Week

Albany, October 27, 2025 – Governor Hochul today rallied with New Yorkers impacted by devastating cuts to health care, food assistance and other critical programs. With nearly three million New Yorkers at risk of losing the food assistance they receive from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) starting November 1 due to the GOP’s federal […]

DiNapoli: Recent federal actions will have a significant impact on higher education in NY

Albany, October 27, 2025 “New York has long benefited from outstanding institutions of higher education that serve as anchors for our communities, employing tens of thousands of people, conducting world-class research and development, attracting new residents, training the workforce and bringing vibrancy to neighborhoods,” DiNapoli said. “Federal action on student aid, international student enrollment, and […]

Retired trooper arrested on grand larceny charge

Thomas H. Mungeer, the former president of the New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association, was arraigned on grand larceny charges on Friday in Albany County Court and formally accused of misusing thousands of dollars in funds from the union he headed from 2009 to 2022. Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Skyrocketing Costs for New Yorkers Who Rely on Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

Average Annual Increase of Nearly $1,400 for Individuals and $3,000 for Couples Albany, Oct. 21, 2025 – Governor Hochul today slammed Washington Republicans for sending health care costs skyrocketing for 140,000 New Yorkers. As the GOP refuses to extend the existing enhanced premium tax credits, New Yorkers who rely on the ACA subsidies for affordable, […]

Don’t forget the Chicken and Biscuits Thursday night at the Peru VFW

NY Senator Schumer highlights North Country healthcare costs during shutdown

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SNAP benefits could end for many New Yorkers in November

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Surprise Move Will Upend New York Food Stamps

New York counties thought they had months to prepare to implement SNAP work requirements. Now, they have weeks. Click here for the New York Focus story 

Insurance rates could double for some in the North Country if healthcare tax credits expire

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North Country businesses on how tariffs and border traffic are impacting them

Westport Marina Owner: “Anecdotally, I’ve only seen one to two Canadian tourists this whole summer, and that is a huge swing from what we’ve seen in summers past.” And there’s much more to read in this story.  Click here for the NCPR story 

NY school employee placed on leave for social media posts about assassination of Charlie Kirk

The Beekmantown Central School District announced its decision to place a staff member on leave following complaints from families about social posts reacting to the Utah shooting. Click here for the MYNBC5 story