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Elise Stefanik urged to cooperate with House probe into George Santos
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Posted: January 19th, 2023 under Congressional News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Political News, Statewide News.
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The North Country celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The “I HAVE A DREAM” Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration on January 16, 2023, at St. John XXXIII Newman Center began with a prelude by the MLK Singers. Town of Plattsburgh Michael Cashman was the Master of Ceremonies. Janice Tobin read excerpts from Dr. King’s “I HAVE A DREAM speech. Ms. Allison Heard, Vice-President […]
Posted: January 17th, 2023 under City News, Congressional News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Stefanik bill would give grants to states that allow judges more discretion in setting cash bail
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Posted: January 16th, 2023 under Congressional News, Law Enforcement News, National News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Nassau Republicans call on George Santos to resign
“He is a stain on the House of Representatives,” said County Executive Bruce Blakeman. Click here for the City and State story
Posted: January 11th, 2023 under Congressional News, National News, Political News, Statewide News.
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Stefanik Votes to Defund Biden’s funding IRS Agents
January 9, 2022 – Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik voted to pass the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act to block the Biden Administration from hiring 87,000 new IRS agents. Stefanik commented, “I am proud to vote to put an end to Biden’s army of IRS agents and stand up to protect small […]
Posted: January 10th, 2023 under Congressional News, National News, Political News.
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How Republicans are transforming the House in the majority
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Posted: January 10th, 2023 under Congressional News, Political News.
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Kevin McCarthy elected 55th House speaker, quashes GOP rebellion with major concessions
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Posted: January 7th, 2023 under Congressional News, National News, Political News.
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Stefanik issues statement after being sworn in
January 7, 2023 – Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today was sworn in to represent New York’s 21st District during the 118th Congress. “Tonight, I proudly took the oath of office to continue representing New York’s 21st District and bringing their concerns to the highest levels of government. I will work tirelessly to deliver […]
Posted: January 7th, 2023 under Congressional News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Once a reformist ‘Watergate baby,’ Patrick Leahy leaves office a Washington institution
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Posted: January 1st, 2023 under Congressional News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, Regional NY-VT News.
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North Country Chamber awarded $500K for workforce development
Funding included in FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill passed by Congress Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: December 24th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Congressional News, National News, Northern NY News.
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Jan. 6 Report Released
The House Jan. 6 Committee released the full version of its final report last night as the curtain closes on the committee’s 18-month investigation. The release comes after the panel voted to refer criminal charges against former President Donald Trump to the Justice Department Monday for his alleged role in the day’s events. The referrals are not binding and carry […]
Posted: December 23rd, 2022 under Congressional News, National News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Program helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices.
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Posted: December 14th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Congressional News, General News, National News, Northern NY News.
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Stefanik votes with House Democrats on gay marriage measure
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Posted: December 14th, 2022 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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U.S. Congress passes landmark bill protecting same-sex marriage
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Posted: December 14th, 2022 under Congressional News, National News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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House votes to impose agreement to block rail strike
The House added seven days of paid sick leave to the agreement, which currently calls for only one. Just three Republicans voted in favor of the added paid leave. The two bills now head to the Senate. Click here for the ABC News story
Posted: November 30th, 2022 under Business News, Congressional News, National News, Political News.
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Stefanik asks Amtrak for firm return-to-service date
“Spring 2023” too vague, says Stefanik Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: November 22nd, 2022 under Business News, Congressional News, General News, Northern NY News.
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Congresswoman Stefanik objects to USDA’s milk reduction proposal; howver, USDA has a response
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik opposes on the Biden’s Administration’s released proposed rule that would reduce the amount of milk available to WIC families; however, USDA issued a reason for its action. “Let our New York families drink milk,” Stefanik said. “The Biden Administration’s proposal to restrict the amount of milk available to WIC […]
Posted: November 18th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Congressional News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Rep. Elise Stefanik reelected as GOP conference chair in House
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Posted: November 17th, 2022 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Elise Stefanik endorses Trump for president in 2024 as other Republicans decline
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Posted: November 13th, 2022 under Congressional News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Peru VFW Post 309 honors our nation’s veterans
November 11, 2022 – Peru Memorial VFW Post 309 conducted its Veterans Day Service today at 11 a.m. Peru Girl Scout Service Unit members began the service by posting the Colors. Post-Commander Tom Boisseau led the service and Post Chaplain David Gordon led the prayers. The VFW Post 309 Auxiliary served a light lunch.
Posted: November 11th, 2022 under Congressional News, Peru News, Veterans' News.
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Upstate vs. Downstate: The 2 different NY governor races plus 7 more Election 2022 takeaways
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Posted: November 10th, 2022 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, State Government News, Upstate New York.
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Stefanik cruises to re-election
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Posted: November 9th, 2022 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News, Upstate New York.
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NY-21 debate becomes Castelli interview
Stefanik, the no-show! Click here for the Press-Republican story
Posted: October 28th, 2022 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Here is a sample ballot for the Nov. 8, 2022 election
The Environmental Bond Question is on the reverse side of the ballot 2022 Sample Ballot in Peru, NY
Posted: October 27th, 2022 under Congressional News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Rosenquest: Area prepping to receive NYC migrants
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Posted: October 12th, 2022 under Charity Events, City News, Congressional News, Heathcare News, National News, Political News, State Government News.
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