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Cherry picking through climate-science data
One definition of "cherry picking" is to highlight or extract "data that seem to confirm a particular position, while ignoring a significant portion" of data that might contradict a point of view, writes columnist Ray Johnson.
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A lesson in luck
Tragic episode should serve to provide the rest of us with important lessons about life, and carnivals, Steve Ouellette writes.
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What we can learn from Europe
Germany serves as an example of a government, labor and corporate relationship that enables a bright future for all, according to columnist Colin Read.
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Forestry workshop offered
On-site private forest resource management workshop offered in Churubusco, according to columnist Richard Gast.
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Rushing not a charming sort of hurry
Being late and scurrying has become signature, columnist Mary White writes.
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Maple Leafs in the spring
I've been waiting nine years to write this column, writes Canadian columnist Peter Black.
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Some famous people born in North Country
Some Franklin County natives rose to great worldly prominence, Susan Tobias discovers.
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Victims can regain control of their lives
Support, counseling make a difference for sexual-abuse victims, former City Court Judge Penny Clute writes.
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Tips for reducing calories in kids' diets
Offering young children a variety of fruits and vegetables with each meal and for snacks is an easy way to combat obesity, Jordy Kivett writes.
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Inside the soul of Jackie Robinson
"42" — the epic movie about the baseball great — omitted many details that would have demonstrated that faith was crucial to the whole story, writes religion columnist Terry Mattingly.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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The rise of Trudeau II in Quebec politics
There have been several notable father-son acts in Canadian politics, writes Canadian columnist Peter Black.
Continued ...Peter Black, Canadian Dispatch The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 5, 2012 1 PhotoFri, October 05
- The last asbestos mine in Canada Sep 21, 2012 1 Photo
- No panic with PQ victory Sep 7, 2012 1 Photo
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- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Local food available year-round
North Country winters are certainly not considered the growing season, but local food can still be found, Jordy Kivett writes.
Continued ...By JORDY KIVETT The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Feb 19, 2013 1 PhotoTue, February 19
- Although smart, crows can be a nuisance Feb 18, 2013 1 Photo
- Houseplants can scratch that gardening itch Feb 11, 2013 1 Photo
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- Richard Gast: Cornell Ag Extension
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Enjoying flowers year-round
Forcing bulbs makes a colorful addition to a windowsill or other location even in the middle of winter, according to columnist Richard Gast.
Continued ...Richard Gast The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 21, 2012 1 PhotoSun, October 21
- How and why leaves change color Oct 7, 2012 1 Photo
- Christmas-tree workshop offered Sep 23, 2012 1 Photo
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Millennials step to own tune
Most recent generation doesn't measure work ethic in same manner as their predecessors, according to columnist Paul Grasso.
Continued ...Paul Grasso, Just Sayin' The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Mar 17, 2013 1 PhotoSun, March 17
- Right-to-work states may have edge Mar 10, 2013 1 Photo
- Automation: Part 2 Mar 10, 2013 1 Photo
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- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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Making quality feed
New methods provide better qualities and qualities of feed than traditional pasturing, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
Continued ...Peter Hagar, Agriculture Educator The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 2, 2012 1 PhotoSun, September 02
- Farms focus on diversity Aug 19, 2012 1 Photo
- Flies not just a nuisance Aug 5, 2012 1 Photo
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Start training now for Plattsburgh Half Marathon
With the big race fewer than six months away, participants should begin training now to be prepared, Ted Santaniello writes.
Continued ...TED SANTANIELLO, Fit Bits The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Dec 4, 2012 1 PhotoMon, December 17
- Stretching for reasons you might not realize Nov 20, 2012 1 Photo
- Get adventurous with greens Nov 6, 2012 1 Photo
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- Ray Johnson: Climate Science
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Invasive insects evidence of climate change
Today, observations suggest we have the equivalent of a new canary in a cage, this one for detecting climate change: the presence of billions of dead trees in the North American West, Ray Johnson writes.
Continued ...RAY JOHNSON, Climate Science The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Feb 5, 2012 4 PhotosSun, February 05
- Cities set benchmark for fossil-fuel use Jan 1, 2012 4 Photos
- Carbon dioxide emissions our legacy to the future Dec 4, 2011 4 Photos
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- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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Some pennies more valuable than you think
Gordie Little writes about his fascination with and appreciation of pennies.
Continued ...GORDIE LITTLE, Small Talk The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 14, 2012 1 PhotoSun, October 14
- Wonder why we've outgrown rolling R's Sep 30, 2012 1 Photo
- Autumn changes landscape, activities Sep 16, 2012 1 Photo
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- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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Secret fears of your pastor: Part 2
Many pastors are afraid to level with their congregations for fear that members will call their ecclesiastical superiors to register a complaint, says religion columnist Terry Mattingly.
Continued ...Terry Mattingly, On Religion The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jan 28, 2013 1 PhotoMon, January 28
- What preachers are scared to say: Part 1 Jan 23, 2013 1 Photo
- Hot news on the religion news beat in 2012 Dec 31, 2012 1 Photo
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- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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Bacon the lifeblood of America
Shortage could cripple society as we know it, Steve Ouellette writes.
Continued ...By STEVE OUELLETTE, You Had to Ask The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 7, 2012 1 PhotoSun, October 07
- Penalize politicians for lying Sep 23, 2012 1 Photo
- First grade sets course for life Sep 9, 2012 1 Photo
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- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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Insurance for us all
For government, medicine and education, good outcomes involve responsibility on both sides, according to columnist Colin Read.
Continued ...Colin Read, Everybody's Business The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Feb 3, 2013 1 PhotoSun, February 03
- A path too easy Jan 27, 2013 1 Photo
- Securing a community's future Jan 20, 2013 1 Photo
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- Pinch of Time
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With a little thought, men can fix anything
Whether a grocery cart or duct tape, some men border on the edge of genius when making repairs, Susan Tobias writes.
Continued ...By SUSAN TOBIAS, Pinch of Time The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 17, 2012 1 PhotoThu, October 18
- Noises can be a mystery or a treat Oct 3, 2012 1 Photo
- Mystery in tree a real education Sep 19, 2012 2 Photos
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