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  • stu_denenberg.jpg Automation: Part 2

    Stewart Denenberg reviews of some of the ideas in Martin Ford's book, "The Lights in the Tunnel: Automation, Accelerating Technology and the Economy of the Future."

    March 10, 2013 1 Photo

  • 'Stupid' doesn't excuse criminal behavior

    Young people can throw their future away when they commits crimes while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

    March 6, 2013

  • White_mary.jpg Step back before passing judgement

    Part of our humanity is delighting in other people's mistakes, Mary White writes.

    March 2, 2013 1 Photo

  • paul_grasso.jpg Preparing workers for middle-skills jobs

    A collaboration of educators, government and the private sector is the key to success for ensuring an adequate workforce, according to columnist Paul Grasso.

    February 17, 2013 1 Photo

  • stu_denenberg.jpg The challenge of automation

    New technology is like an invasive species as it crowds out species in a dynamically balanced environment.

    February 10, 2013 1 Photo

  • paul_grasso.jpg Employers need 'middle skills'

    Many of today's jobs fall somewhere between the qualifications of high-school graduates and college graduates, according to columnist Paul Grasso.

    February 3, 2013 1 Photo

  • paul_grasso.jpg Group facilitates North Country jobs

    The Development Corporation isn't a government agency, but helps maintain and attract jobs to the North Country, according to columnist Paul Grasso.

    January 20, 2013 1 Photo

  • Hagar_mug1.jpg Local livestock for sale

    Livestock owners urge consumers to buy their superior local products, according to columnist Peter Hagar.

    January 20, 2013 1 Photo

  • Law awakens to choking dangers

    For many years, the act did not usually bring charges because it often left no marks. But strangulation does leave damage, both physical and emotional, says attorney Penny Clute.

    January 19, 2013

  • stu_denenberg.jpg 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.

    January 13, 2013 1 Photo