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Stefanik leads theoretical Republican primary for governor in latest statewide poll 736163

Gov. Kathleen C. Hochul is holding steady with her middle-of-the-road poll numbers, while Rep. Elise M. Stefanik, R-Schuylerville, has rocketed to the top of the pack for potential Republican challengers for governor next year, according to the latest Siena College Research Institute poll.

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2 staff of Israeli Embassy killed in shooting near Jewish museum in DC 484a6j

By MAYA SWEEDLER - Associated Press
May 22, 2025

Police say two staff of the Israeli Embassy in Washington were shot and killed while leaving an event at a Jewish museum, and the susp…

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House Republicans Trump's big bill of tax breaks and program cuts after all-night session 636y2v

By LISA MASCARO, KEVIN FREKING and LEAH ASKARINAM Associated Press
May 22, 2025

House Republicans stayed up all night to their multitrillion-dollar tax breaks package. Speaker Mike Johnson defied the skeptics within h…

Washington

Justice Dept. investigating former New York Gov. Cuomo over pandemic testimony, AP source says 5d534f

By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press
May 21, 2025

The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo after Republicans recommended that he be cha…

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Trump's 'beautiful' bill spans more than 1,000 pages. Here's what's inside it 47413

By KEVIN FREKING and LISA MASCARO - Associated Press
May 21, 2025

House Republicans are getting closer to ing President Donald Trump’s tax breaks, spending cuts and beefed-up border security. Republicans …

Sports Shorts: May 24, 2025 5d2l3w

Section VII, NYSPHSAA Announce Spring 2025 Sectional Championships

A sold-out Indy 500 packed with drama, from firings to Larson's double to Newgarden threepeat bid 4x1c4b

The storylines are packed for this year's Indianapolis 500. Roger Penske fired the top three executives of his IndyCar team because the cars …

Berlin wants to host the Olympics again as 100th anniversary of 1936 Games looms 27127

Berlin is making a bid to host the Olympics again, possibly 100 years after the city hosted the 1936 Games under the Nazis. Berlin Mayor Kai W…

PHS Girls Lax celebrates seniors, wins 511e2z

PLATTSBURGH — Plattsburgh swept the season series against Franklin Academy with a 9-6 victory over Franklin Academy.

J/M tops Lake Placid in Class D Softball quarters o6772

LAKE PLACID — The Johnsburg/Minerva offense came alive Thursday, defeating Lake Placid, 27-10 in a Class D Sectional Quarterfinal.

CVAC golf champion Peru closes out unbeaten season 5g6t5m

TICONDEROGA — Liam Clark was medalist with a 35 and Champlain Valley Athletic Conference golf champion Peru wrapped up an unbeaten regular sea…

Eagles knock off Hornets in Class A semifinals 3n4xp

PLATTSBURGH — For four innings on Thursday, it was a pitcher’s duel between Beekmantown’s Steven Bronson and Plattsburgh High’s Dan Hartmann.

Beekmantown defeats Saranac, crowned Section VII Champions 4r6mw

CLINTONVILLE — Jordan and Pippen. Brady and Gronk. Kobe and Shaq. These are dynamic duos that are known across the country

Micro Bird deal given statewide recognition 67165e

PLATTSBURGH — The Micro Bird deal is getting statewide honors.

2025 Women of Distinction honored 5q6i48

PLATTSBURGH — Assemblyman Billy Jones recognized nine women from across the North Country as Women of Distinction at his annual award ceremony…

Morrisonville Elementary 4th graders will experience life 1814 style 4if32

Volunteers from 1814 Commemoration Inc. will host 4th grade students from Morrisonville Elementary School for a “Living History” presentation …

Peru student shadows Stec in Albany 3x622a

ALBANY — State Sen. Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) welcomed Peru High School junior Connor Baehre to Albany Tuesday as part of the League of Women …

Rail Trail repairs ongoing locally 395d1h

RAY BROOK — People looking to use the Adirondack Rail Trail over the next couple of weeks should be prepared for ongoing construction as crews…

Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum kicks off season 2xs4q

PERU — The Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum kicked off its 2025 season with a festive Plow Day celebration last Saturday, May 17.

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Press Podcast Episode 115: What The Future Holds 1n3u6s

Press-Republican Editor-in-Chief Joe LoTemplio and Night Editor Ben Rowe get behind the mic for a special episode as they announce their plans to both depart from the paper on May 9. No, it's not an April Fools episode and yes, it's a bittersweet moment. But the pair take time to reflect on …