This year’s campaign in rural New York has been jolted by an October surprise from Republican leadership in Washington. They are now openly saying that if they take the House majority, they … more

I would like to take this opportunity to covey my support for Sidney Town Councilman Paul Muratore. I have worked with Paul extensively for the last five years. Past Town of Sidney Supervisor Gene … more

It has been said, “Vote for the candidate and you vote for the party.” On a national or state level that may well be true. On a town, village, or county level that is questionable. … more

I’ve been watching the youth football program in Walton for years. Coaches are volunteers and the whole idea of the program was to get young kids to love football. For years kids played both … more

There are so many concerns about the condition of our beautiful state. New York is, in my opinion, one of the most gorgeous of all 50. We have mountains, oceans, hills, lakes, and currently … more

On Election Day 2022, New York voters have a rare opportunity to cast their vote on a ballot initiative that would create a substantial and long-term investment in protecting and restoring New … more

In general, as a matter of logic, I avoid generalizing about large groups of people. However, the current political climate, notably the polarized stances of the parties, warrants an exception. The … more

It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and pink ribbons are everywhere reminding us to get a mammogram. These reminders are great, but what if you need a mammogram and don’t have health … more

In the 1940s. Walton school had an athlete who left a mark on the sports he played while there. He had an athletic association with Fran Redmond, another Walton player and is remembered today by Les … more

There is a folder somewhere in your office with my Son’s name on it. It probably has his birth date and maybe a few notes about his case. It probably gets shuffled around the desk, glanced at … more

I’m a long-time voter in Delaware County and also an election administrator at our Board of Elections where we all work collegially and harmoniously. In New York, we’re seeing an outright … more

The article discussing the $300K overrun on a planned DSS foster care visitation center was very intriguing. It’s not a secret that Delaware County is huge, rural, impoverished, and … more