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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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Grubs are making a comeback
Clinton County Cornell Cooperative Extension offices receiving more calls than usual about grubs, Amy Ivy writes.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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The last asbestos mine in Canada
"I grew up in an area where they mined asbestos (and gold, silver, nickel, zinc, copper and, now, diamonds)," 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.Sep 21, 2012 1 PhotoFri, September 21
- No panic with PQ victory Sep 7, 2012 1 Photo
- Stakes are high in upcoming Quebec election Aug 24, 2012 1 Photo
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- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Although smart, crows can be a nuisance
The birds, which are known to adapt rapidly to changing conditions or circumstances, are also blamed for tearing up lawns in search of grubs, Jolene Wallace writes.
Continued ...By JOLENE WALLACE The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Feb 18, 2013 1 PhotoMon, February 18
- Houseplants can scratch that gardening itch Feb 11, 2013 1 Photo
- Season brings some unwelcome houseguests Feb 4, 2013 1 Photo
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- Richard Gast: Cornell Ag Extension
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How and why leaves change color
Annual fall foliage show comes from a variety of causes, according to columnist Richard Gast.
Continued ...Richard Gast, Cornell Ag Connection 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
- Christmas-tree workshop offered Sep 23, 2012 1 Photo
- Workshop, tour attracts crowd Sep 9, 2012 2 Photos
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Right-to-work states may have edge
While others may have higher wages, right-to-work states offer an extra incentive to attract business, 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 10, 2013 1 PhotoSun, March 10
- Automation: Part 2 Mar 10, 2013 1 Photo
- 'Stupid' doesn't excuse criminal behavior Mar 6, 2013
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- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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Farms focus on diversity
Agritourism is one of the ways local farmers have found to help them through difficult economic times, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
Continued ...Peter Hagar, Cornell Ag Connection The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Aug 19, 2012 1 PhotoSun, August 19
- Flies not just a nuisance Aug 5, 2012 1 Photo
- Cattle judging is no beauty contest Jul 22, 2012 1 Photo
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- Health Advice
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Stretching for reasons you might not realize
By working a stretching routine into your exercise program, many common issues can be solved or avoided completely.
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.Nov 20, 2012 1 PhotoTue, November 20
- Get adventurous with greens Nov 6, 2012 1 Photo
- Lunge into better balance, fitness Oct 23, 2012 1 Photo
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- Ray Johnson: Climate Science
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Cities set benchmark for fossil-fuel use
With a growing awareness of the impact of burning fossil fuels, cities developed an environmental program to take on some of the responsibility, columnist 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.Jan 1, 2012 4 PhotosSun, January 01
- Carbon dioxide emissions our legacy to the future Dec 4, 2011 4 Photos
- Arctic Climate changing fast Nov 6, 2011 5 Photos
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- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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Wonder why we've outgrown rolling R's
Forefathers rolled their R's in formal speech and song, Gordie Little writes.
Continued ...By GORDIE LITTLE, Small Talk The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 30, 2012 1 PhotoSun, September 30
- Autumn changes landscape, activities Sep 16, 2012 1 Photo
- Bells heard less these days Sep 2, 2012 1 Photo
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- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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What preachers are scared to say: Part 1
Many pastors, maybe most, fear the consequences of speaking candidly to their congregations, 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 23, 2013 1 PhotoWed, January 23
- Hot news on the religion news beat in 2012 Dec 31, 2012 1 Photo
- Columbine, Newtown and the culture of death Dec 24, 2012 1 Photo
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- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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Penalize politicians for lying
It's gotten to the point that politicians will lie out of habit, about things of no import whatsoever, 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.Sep 23, 2012 1 PhotoSun, September 23
- First grade sets course for life Sep 9, 2012 1 Photo
- It's a small world after all Aug 26, 2012 1 Photo
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- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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A path too easy
Our culture shouldn't tolerate deceit in our athletes or in our financial system, 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.Jan 27, 2013 1 PhotoSun, January 27
- Securing a community's future Jan 20, 2013 1 Photo
- A better way for medical care Jan 13, 2013 1 Photo
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- Pinch of Time
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Noises can be a mystery or a treat
Columnist Susan Tobias enjoys more quiet times as she ages, compared to her youth.
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 3, 2012 1 PhotoWed, October 03
- Mystery in tree a real education Sep 19, 2012 2 Photos
- One search leads to another Sep 5, 2012 3 Photos
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