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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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Help take action against child abuse
Learn more about your role in reporting suspected child abuse, Dr. Lewis First writes.
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Bringing Liberal civil war to an end
Abraham Lincoln he is not, writes Canadian columnist Peter Black. And he did not exactly say "a house divided against itself cannot stand."
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Photo of schoolchildren could be family treasure
An interview and research turns up a group of anonymous schoolchildren from 1925 and perhaps a 92-year-old local man when he was 5.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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Tinker, tailor, soldier and spy
The arrest last week of a Canadian navy intelligence officer on charges of espionage has people wondering whether the Cold War ever ended, Peter Black writes.
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.Jan 27, 2012 1 PhotoFri, January 27
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Tinker, tailor, soldier and spy
- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Fall is beautiful, even once foliage is gone
Lots of beauty can be found and enjoyed in the woods this time of year, 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.Oct 29, 2012 1 PhotoMon, October 29
- Meal planning cuts time and waste, boosts nutrition Oct 16, 2012 1 Photo
- Area harvest still producing Oct 15, 2012 1 Photo
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Fall is beautiful, even once foliage is gone
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Roaming the outskirts of family life
When we were first having babies, my husband and I made an agreement about his involvement in the labor/delivery process, writes columnist Mary White.
Continued ...By MARY WHITE The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Dec 1, 2012 1 PhotoSat, December 01
- Defendants should detail their guilt Nov 24, 2012
- Explaining the Stop Online Piracy Act Nov 11, 2012 1 Photo
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Roaming the outskirts of family life
- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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A season for growing knowledge
While there's still plenty to do, winter provides farmers a respite from many daily duties and gives them time to attend to educational opportunities, 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.Dec 11, 2011 1 PhotoSun, December 11
- A thankful time of year Nov 27, 2011 1 Photo
- Making quality feed a challenge Nov 13, 2011 1 Photo
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A season for growing knowledge
- Health Advice
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Shoulder can be a pain for swimmers
Shoulder pain tends to be a common complaint among competitive and recreational swimmers, but can be avoided by performing simple mobility and strengthening exercises regularly, Ted Santaniello writes.
Continued ...By TED SANTANIELLO, Fit Bits The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jul 3, 2012 1 PhotoTue, July 03
- New first-aid app brings safety tips to phones Jun 27, 2012 1 Photo
- Switching machines can help weight loss Jun 19, 2012 1 Photo
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Shoulder can be a pain for swimmers
- Ray Johnson: Climate Science
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Earth's climate changes — a long story
While still young compared with the age of the universe (about 13.7 billion years), the Earth has seen and experienced a lot of weather and climate, says columnist Ray Johnson.
Continued ...By RAY JOHNSON The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jun 6, 2010 1 PhotoMon, June 07
- Antarctica: the pole apart May 2, 2010 3 Photos
- Ice ages: They come and go - but why? Apr 5, 2010 2 Photos
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Earth's climate changes — a long story
- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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TV has impacted life
Gordie Little recalls earliest television memories.
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.Jan 22, 2012 1 PhotoSun, January 22
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- Remembering the Captain Dec 18, 2011 1 Photo
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TV has impacted life
- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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Praying in a GOP spotlight
No one was surprised when Cardinal Timothy Dolan's Republican National Convention benediction included several references to religious liberty.
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- Russia, rock, riots and religion Sep 4, 2012 1 Photo
- What craft beers can teach the Baptists Aug 27, 2012 1 Photo
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Praying in a GOP spotlight
- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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Stop buying kids a phone
Columnist Steve Ouellette ponders why an 11-year-old would need a cell phone.
Continued ...STEVE OUELLETTE The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jan 15, 2012 1 PhotoSun, January 15
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Stop buying kids a phone
- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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A political and fiscal cliff
Politicans must be willing to reach out across the aisle to do the nation's business, 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.Sep 30, 2012 1 PhotoSun, September 30
- Lack of civility keeps Congress unpopular Sep 23, 2012 1 Photo
- Courage or cowardice Sep 16, 2012 1 Photo
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A political and fiscal cliff
- Pinch of Time
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When you leave the North Country for a winter trip, be prepared for anything
Susan Tobias and her husband, Toby, enjoyed family times in Indiana and Colorado, and a challenging blizzard on their driving trip for the holidays.
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.Jan 25, 2012 1 PhotoWed, January 25
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When you leave the North Country for a winter trip, be prepared for anything
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