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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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Take advantage of off-season to train
There are numerous benefits to participating in some type of off-season conditioning program, such as an athletic camp, columnist John Vasile writes.
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The life and times of John McCandlish Phillips
The passing of the former New York Times reporter has fired online discussions on whether many newsrooms are hostile environments for religious believers, writes religion columnist Terry Mattingly.
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Local Beer & Wine
Fermented/alcoholic beverages made with local ingredients are becoming more readily available.
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Response to skateboarding column shocking
Nearly 150 angry, profane emails filled mailbox since last column, headlined "Skateboarders are taking over the streets," columnist Steve Ouellette writes.
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Balancing security, freedom a challenge
When major tragedies strike, we must review our long-held belief that all government intrusion into our lives is wrong, according to columnist Colin Read.
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Disease strikes impatiens
Popular garden flower is the only plant affected by the malady, according to columnist Richard Gast.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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French voting in North America
There are reminders out there that the world, or at least a certain stratum of the world, once operated in French, Canadian columnist Peter Black writes.
Continued ...Anonymous The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.May 18, 2012 1 PhotoFri, May 18
- Conrad Black returns home May 4, 2012 1 Photo
- Tainted birthday for Canadian charter Apr 20, 2012 1 Photo
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- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Bark and berries make great decorations
Picking natural, colorful items helps brighten winter days, Amy Ivy writes.
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 17, 2012 1 PhotoMon, December 17
- Plan ahead for home-grown holidays Dec 10, 2012 1 Photo
- Boughs make natural decorations Dec 3, 2012 1 Photo
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- Richard Gast: Cornell Ag Extension
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Farmers markets open for season
No matter where you live in the North Country, a farmers market isn't far away.
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 19, 2011 1 PhotoMon, June 20
- Cold frames extend season Apr 24, 2011 1 Photo
- Apple trees require special care Apr 10, 2011 1 Photo
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- Guest Columns
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Teaching is not so easy: Part 3
Stewart Denenberg describes college teaching using the metaphor of the Acting Company where the professor plays all of the roles.
Continued ...BY STEWART A. DENENBERG The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jan 13, 2013 1 PhotoSun, January 13
- Our words are full of discovery Jan 5, 2013 1 Photo
- Looking back at the search for 'firsts' Jan 4, 2013 1 Photo
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- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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Time for pasture checkup
Healthy grazing land can be a key component for livestock nutrition, 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 1, 2012 1 PhotoSun, April 01
- Getting agriculture into the classroom Mar 18, 2012 1 Photo
- The small-farm dream Mar 4, 2012 1 Photo
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- Health Advice
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Summer squash is versatile, healthy
Abundance might seem imposing but uses are plentiful, writes Cornell Cooperative Extension nutrition educator Jordy Kivett.
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.Aug 21, 2012 1 PhotoTue, August 21
- Exercise key component for proper diabetes control Aug 14, 2012 1 Photo
- Watch out for fitness fads Aug 7, 2012 1 Photo
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- Ray Johnson: Climate Science
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Climate Science: Indicators of Human Fingerprint on Climate Change
Two central questions in Climate Science are: is our planet warming, and, if so, are human activities primarily responsible? Ray Johnson looks to the 2007 Report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change for answers.
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.Apr 3, 2011 1 PhotoSun, April 03
- Fossil fuel dependence affecting climate change Feb 6, 2011 4 Photos
- Black Carbon: Part 2 — Changing Glaciers in Asia Jan 2, 2011 5 Photos
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- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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Always focus on the positive
Kaye and I believe in positive outcomes for every situation in our lives, Gordie Little writes.
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 13, 2012 1 PhotoTue, May 15
- Hung up on hanger collection Apr 29, 2012 1 Photo
- Some Easter dinners more doggone than others Apr 15, 2012 1 Photo
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- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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Serious Catholic words at that funny political dinner
The Alfred E. Smith Dinner is a presidential campaign event where humor takes center stage but, as religion columnist Terry Mattingly reminds us, it is also a charity fundraiser and an opportunity to recall the humanitarian virtues of the event's namesake.
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 5, 2012 1 PhotoMon, November 05
- Billy Graham and Election 2012 Oct 29, 2012 1 Photo
- An update on anti-Mormon voters Oct 23, 2012 1 Photo
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- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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Really no need to panic during test time
Government-mandated standardized tests are no big deal, 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.Apr 22, 2012 1 PhotoSun, April 22
- I may be a loser, but I'm not a looser Apr 8, 2012 1 Photo
- Sunny weather redefining region Mar 25, 2012 1 Photo
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- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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Small Business Saturday has impact
Buying goods and services locally whenever we can has a profound positive economic effect on our community, 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.Nov 18, 2012 1 PhotoSun, November 18
- A nation divided Nov 11, 2012 1 Photo
- Exercising our franchise Nov 4, 2012 1 Photo
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- Pinch of Time
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Memories live on with passing of special friends
Susan Tobias reflects on friendships with two women who left great legacies.
Continued ...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 16, 2012 1 PhotoThu, May 17
- Most taxes hard to decipher May 2, 2012 1 Photo
- Obits can be sad or informative Apr 18, 2012 1 Photo
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