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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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Images from the other side of planet
On a warm summer day many years ago, more than a hundred well-dressed men and women gathered in the California Museum of Afro-American History and Culture, writes columnist Ken Wibecan.
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Shabby House not so shabby after all
Columnist Gordie Little explores history of Plattsburgh's "Shabby House."
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Local entrepreneurs supported
Business incubators can be a key ingredient to the success of new businesses, according to columnist Paul Grasso.
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It's important to share the roads with farm operators
This time of year, drivers can expect to see lots of farm equipment and should be sure to observe safety rules, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
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Working-class spending can't fix economy
The theory that consumer spending alone can keep the economy strong is little more than a myth, according to columnist Colin Read.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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The difficult job of leading Quebec
Being the premier of Quebec is not for the faint of heart, writes Canadian columnist Peter Black.
Continued ...By PETER BLACK The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jun 1, 2012 1 PhotoFri, June 01
- French voting in North America May 18, 2012 1 Photo
- Conrad Black returns home May 4, 2012 1 Photo
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- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Read, travel, think gardens this winter
Use the off season to prepare for next year in the garden.
Continued ...AMY IVY, Cornell Cooperative Extension The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Dec 31, 2012 1 PhotoTue, January 01
- Mistletoe a parasite? Dec 24, 2012 1 Photo
- Bark and berries make great decorations Dec 17, 2012 1 Photo
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- Richard Gast: Cornell Ag Extension
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Support local growers, markets
Farmers markets are a tradition as old as the country itself and are enjoying a revival, 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.Jun 17, 2012 1 PhotoSun, June 17
- Farmers markets open for season Jun 19, 2011 1 Photo
- Cold frames extend season Apr 24, 2011 1 Photo
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Local livestock for sale
Livestock owners urge consumers to buy their superior local products, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
Continued ...By Peter Hagar The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jan 20, 2013 1 PhotoSun, January 20
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- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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Starting a small farm takes planning
Cooperative Extension can help aspiring farmers get off on the right foot, 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.Apr 15, 2012 1 PhotoSun, April 15
- Time for pasture checkup Apr 1, 2012 1 Photo
- Getting agriculture into the classroom Mar 18, 2012 1 Photo
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- Health Advice
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Healthy lunches don't have to be boring
Be sure to consider nutrition and variety when packing your child's lunch, Jordy Kivett writes.
Continued ...By JORDY KIVETT, Good For You The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 4, 2012 1 PhotoTue, September 04
- Exercise facilities must include proper screening Aug 28, 2012 1 Photo
- Summer squash is versatile, healthy Aug 21, 2012 1 Photo
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- Ray Johnson: Climate Science
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Earth's climate system: a study in process
It may not fit with our impression or experience but globally, March was one of hottest months on record says columnist Ray Johnson.
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.May 1, 2011 3 PhotosSun, May 01
- Climate Science: Indicators of Human Fingerprint on Climate Change Apr 3, 2011 1 Photo
- Fossil fuel dependence affecting climate change Feb 6, 2011 4 Photos
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- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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Rain, riverbank bring songs to mind
Gordie Little writes about how he often uses song lyrics to help describe how he feels.
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.May 27, 2012 1 PhotoSun, May 27
- Always focus on the positive May 13, 2012 1 Photo
- Hung up on hanger collection Apr 29, 2012 1 Photo
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- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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Preaching to a consumer culture
Father John Kavanaugh -- priest, teacher, philosopher, author -- saw the need to preach to followers truths they didn't want to hear, 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.Nov 19, 2012 1 PhotoMon, November 19
- Blunt commandments for faith bloggers Nov 12, 2012 1 Photo
- Serious Catholic words at that funny political dinner Nov 5, 2012 1 Photo
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- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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No, your baby is not adorable
It is chubby, hairless, wrinkled, toothless. It smells funny, and terrible stuff flows from nearly every orifice, Steve Ouellette writes.
Continued ...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.May 20, 2012 1 PhotoSun, May 20
- Expect obvious variety of summer flicks May 6, 2012 1 Photo
- Really no need to panic during test time Apr 22, 2012 1 Photo
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- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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Jobs programs should be productive
Stimulating employment during a recession should also benefit the overall economy, 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.Dec 2, 2012 1 PhotoSun, December 02
- There's much to be thankful for Nov 22, 2012 1 Photo
- Small Business Saturday has impact Nov 18, 2012 1 Photo
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- Pinch of Time
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Mother instilled love for British heritage, language
My mother has made sure we know and experience the English customs and we love them, 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.May 30, 2012 1 PhotoThu, May 31
- Memories live on with passing of special friends May 16, 2012 1 Photo
- Most taxes hard to decipher May 2, 2012 1 Photo
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