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Elise Stefanik urged to cooperate with House probe into George Santos

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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 […]

Stefanik bill would give grants to states that allow judges more discretion in setting cash bail

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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 

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 […]

How Republicans are transforming the House in the majority

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Kevin McCarthy elected 55th House speaker, quashes GOP rebellion with major concessions

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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 […]

Once a reformist ‘Watergate baby,’ Patrick Leahy leaves office a Washington institution

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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 

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 […]

Program helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices.

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Stefanik votes with House Democrats on gay marriage measure

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U.S. Congress passes landmark bill protecting same-sex marriage

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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 

Stefanik asks Amtrak for firm return-to-service date

“Spring 2023” too vague, says Stefanik Click here for the Sun Community News story 

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 […]

Rep. Elise Stefanik reelected as GOP conference chair in House

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Elise Stefanik endorses Trump for president in 2024 as other Republicans decline

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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.

Upstate vs. Downstate: The 2 different NY governor races plus 7 more Election 2022 takeaways

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Stefanik cruises to re-election

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NY-21 debate becomes Castelli interview

Stefanik, the no-show!  Click here for the Press-Republican story 

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

Rosenquest: Area prepping to receive NYC migrants

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