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A rational tax policy would boost economy
Investment income is a good place to begin tax reform if we are to avoid being smothered by the national debt, according to columnist Colin Read.
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CV TEC changing at the top
New leadership should showcase all the benefits it offers to students, business, according to columnist Paul Grasso.
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Farming in the basin
Local farmers focus on efforts to protect environment, Lake Champlain from pollution, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
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The changing face of education
Stewart Denenberg checks out how much progress has been made in the past (roughly) 40 years in the area of Computer Managed Instruction (CMI), which not only delivers courses but manages the total learning environment by assigning resources (e.g. books, videos, teachers) and evaluating the student's progress through exams, labs and other learning experiences.
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Trainer can help dog with behavioral problems
Having sometimes-aggressive dog evaluated by a behaviorist would be a very smart idea to curb problem, columnist Monica Collins writes.
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Brooklyn kids on a N.H. farm
Jerry stared down at me, his soft brown eyes let me know that he was friendly, writes columnist Ken Wibecan.
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Surviving Easter 2013
There are completely understandable tensions between Christmas-and-Easter-Only worshippers (CEOs) and the faithful who attend week after week.
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Tips for extending the growing season
A little bit of effort can result in a much larger yield with a longer period of harvest, Amy Ivy writes.
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Skateboarders are taking over streets
In his latest column, Steve Ouellette writes about how "kids" should get out of the middle of the road while he's trying to drive on it.
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Sometimes government should pick winners
When it comes to education, the broader good must be the primary factor in subsidizing students, according to columnist Colin Read.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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Canada's version of John Adams
Quebec columnist Peter Black finds interesting parallels between our John Adams and one of Canada's early advocates of confederation.
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- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Liven dull shade gardens with sun-loving perennials
Shade gardens create a welcome refuge on a hot summer day, Amy Ivy writes.
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- Late blight has arrived Jul 30, 2012 1 Photo
- Plants can get stressed, too Jul 23, 2012 1 Photo
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- Guest Columns
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An Olympic athlete's life isn't all glory
Most of the time, says Plattsburgh chiropractor Dr. Jonathan Mulholland, their time revolves around sleeping, lifting weights, going to practice, eating bland food in ordinary restaurants and sitting around their hotel room.
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- Growing up in Brooklyn Aug 8, 2012 1 Photo
- Olympic -Eye View: A fest of food and people-watching Aug 7, 2012 2 Photos
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- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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June is National Dairy Month
Dairy farmers provide the backbone of the North Country farm economy and offer many other benefits, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
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- A century of Cooperative Extension May 29, 2011 1 Photo
- Farmers waiting on the weather May 15, 2011 1 Photo
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- Health Advice
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Improving nutrition without breaking your budget
It can be hard to eat well on a budget, but with a little planning, healthy eating is an option for everyone, writes columnist Jordy Kivett.
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- Jump training provides athletic edge Mar 20, 2012 1 Photo
- Get your plate in shape Mar 6, 2012 1 Photo
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- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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Sketching pictures began back in radio days
If you are unaware of what "Gittles" might be, I'm here to explain them, columnist Gordie Little says.
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- Thankful for family Jul 17, 2011 1 Photo
- July significant, no joke Jul 3, 2011 1 Photo
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- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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Romney faces the Moral Majority
Speaking at Liberty University's commencement, Mitt Romney called on "people of different faiths" to meet in common purpose.
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- Professor Benedict lectures the professors May 14, 2012 1 Photo
- Stunning news for postmodern nuns May 7, 2012 1 Photo
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- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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Aging showing through distaste for wild fair rides
The reason I'm declaring my youth over? I have completely lost all desire to go on carnival/amusement park rides that spin at great speeds, writes Steve Ouellette.
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- Scouting memories, lessons flooding back Jul 10, 2011 1 Photo
- How will future civilizations remember us? Jun 26, 2011 1 Photo
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- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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Lessons can be earned from hard economic times
While we all share concerns about our economic circumstances, most everyone is ready to get involved to make things better, according to columnist Colin Read.
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- Pinch of Time
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Patriot Flag ceremony memorable
Rouses Point showed me that it's important to show your patriotism and sense of community, Susan Tobias writes.
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- Plenty to do in Clinton County Jul 13, 2011 1 Photo
- Memory tested with age Jun 29, 2011 1 Photo
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