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South Burlington ICE Raid Triggers Large Protest

Demonstrators demanded the release of the three detained immigrants and called on Vermont police to answer for their role in the raid. Click here for the Seven Days story 

Bare Hill prison in Malone officially closed this week

Click here for the NCPR story 

Are changes coming to New York’s climate law?

Click here for the NCPR story 

Senator Stec comments on Senate Democrats’ budget proposal; Assemblyman Cashman comments on Democrats’ Assembly budget proposal

Albany, March 12, 2026    NYS Senator Stec:  “A one-house budget is a statement of values and priorities, and it’s a starting point for final budget negotiations. Judging by the one-house budget passed by Senate Democrats, it’s clear their priorities aren’t in line with the needs of hardworking families. “A recent NYSERDA memo made it […]

Your Guide to the 2026 State Budget Fight

New York Focus read the governor’s, Senate’s, and Assembly’s budget proposals Click here for the New York Focus story 

ICE agents take man in custody in Vermont after hourslong standoff as protesters gathered

Click here for the vtdigger story 

A Quieter Budget Battle on Criminal Justice and Prison Reform

Click here for the New York Focus story 

Where are NY21 congressional candidates getting their campaign cash?

Click here for the NCPR story 

Adirondack Experience museum to highlight 200 years of Black history

Permanent exhibit to open in 2027, includes Fulton Fryar’s cabin that shows past segregation in the Adirondacks Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

NY lawmakers push back on Hochul’s plan to delay climate mandates

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac/Explorer story 

Discussion Time: Surveillance cameras in the North Country?

Saranac Lake announced the installation of high-tech Flock surveillance cameras—do these have a place in the North Country?  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

United States and Israel attack Iran

Click here for the Associated Press story

Stec: NYSERDA memo should mean the end of CLCPA (Climate Change and Community Protection Act)

Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today issued the following statement concerning the leaked NYSERDA memo outlining the exorbitant implementation costs of the CLCPA: “The leaked memo from Governor Hochul’s handpicked head of NYSERDA is a bombshell and a scathing indictment of the CLCPA. “Because of it, Upstate New Yorkers can expect their energy costs to rise […]

NYSERDA memo warns NY energy costs could rise under current state policy

Click here for the Watertown 7 News story 

Stefanik Statement on Operation Epic Fury

SARATOGA, N.Y., February 28, 2026 – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, released the following statement: “As a senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Select Committee on Intelligence, I have always been consistent that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons capabilities that would threaten the national security of […]

HUD proposes time limits and work requirements for rental aid

Click here for the NCPR story 

Trump’s tariffs likely cost you hundreds of dollars. Will you get a refund?

Click here for the NCPR story 

‘Tax the Rich’ rally descends on Albany

Click here for the NCPR story 

Tipped workers expect tax boon this year, but not a long-term fix

Click here for the NCPR story 

Gov. Hochul call on Trump Administration to refund $13.5 billion in tariff payments to New Yorkers

New York Families Have Paid An Estimated $1,751 Per Household Due to Tariffs Since They Were Enacted Last Year Albany, NY – Feb. 24, 2026 NYS Press Release – Governor Kathy Hochul today called on the Trump Administration to refund the estimated $13.5 billion in tariff payments for New Yorkers, following the recent Supreme Court […]

Assemblyman Cashman Marks First 100 Days with Focus on Affordability, Safety, and the Future

Plattsburgh, NY, February 23, Michael Cashman News Release  – Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman is marking his first 100 days in office by putting the needs of the North Country front and center. From town halls to district tours and work on the Assembly floor, Cashman has focused on showing up, listening, and delivering practical results […]

North Country Assemblyman Cashman weighs in on tariffs ruling North Country representative Assemblyman Michael Cashman hailed the Supreme Court tariff ruling as a positive move

North Country representative Assemblyman Michael Cashman hailed the Supreme Court tariff ruling as a positive move Click here for the Adirondack Explore story 

How a CNY sheriff’s political activism landed him a spot on the GOP governor’s ticket

Story profiles Sheriff Todd Hood’s rise to prominence  Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

New York’s Olympic legacy to get a $3M analysis

ORDA board approves maintenance planning process for Lake Placid and alpine facilities valued at $1B Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Hochul Seeks to Reverse Funding Increase for Prison Oversight Body

Last year Governor Hochul allocated millions to a prison oversight body. This year, she doesn’t want to renew the grant. Click here the New York Focus Story