tag:www.empirepage.com,2012:mephisto/nys-headlines Mephisto Drax 2012-02-07T09:49:12Z jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-07:21330 2012-02-07T09:24:00Z 2012-02-07T09:49:12Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/in-albany-a-decision-on-natural-gas-drilling-suddenly-seems-less-certain.html?ref=nyregion">After Early Gallop, Albany Slows to Crawl in Making Decision on Gas Drilling</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/poll-finds-new-yorkers-against-pay-raise-legislators">Karen DeWitt: Poll Finds New Yorkers Against Pay Raise for Legislators</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/in-albany-a-decision-on-natural-gas-drilling-suddenly-seems-less-certain.html?ref=nyregion">After Early Gallop, Albany Slows to Crawl in Making Decision on Gas Drilling</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/poll-finds-new-yorkers-against-pay-raise-legislators">Karen DeWitt: Poll Finds New Yorkers Against Pay Raise for Legislators</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>City Room (NY Times)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/gillibrand-favored-by-most-new-york-voters-poll-finds/?ref=nyregion">Gillibrand Favored by Most New York Voters, Poll Finds</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>NYS Public Radio</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/occupy-briefly-disrupts-budget-hearing">Karen DeWitt: Occupy Briefly Disrupts Budget Hearing </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/poll-finds-new-yorkers-against-pay-raise-legislators">Karen DeWitt: Poll Finds New Yorkers Against Pay Raise for Legislators</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/calls-for-a-new-york-parade-honoring-iraq-veterans.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Veterans of Iraq War Also Deserve Parade in City, Some Argue</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/ramarley-grahams-family-leads-protest-of-police.html?ref=nyregion">A Raucous Protest Against a Police Killing</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/bill-would-protect-church-services-in-schools.html?ref=nyregion">Senate Backs Church Use of Schools</a> (Education, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/in-albany-a-decision-on-natural-gas-drilling-suddenly-seems-less-certain.html?ref=nyregion">After Early Gallop, Albany Slows to Crawl in Making Decision on Gas Drilling</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/rory-lancman-to-challenge-bob-turner-for-congress.html?ref=nyregion">Democrat in Bid to Reclaim Weiner’s Seat From the G.O.P.</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/ny-move-on-access-to-state-workers-tax-records-draws-fire.html?ref=nyregion">Drawing Fire, Deal Gives Agency Staff Power to See State Workers’ Tax Files</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/07/nyregion/new-york-officer-pleads-guilty-in-gun-smuggling-case.html?ref=nyregion">City Officer Pleads Guilty In Gun-Smuggling Case</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-06:21318 2012-02-06T09:16:00Z 2012-02-06T11:53:06Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/nyregion/some-churches-hope-albany-will-act-to-allow-renting-school-space-to-pray.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">For Congregations Gathering in City Schools, Time to Move</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120206/NEWS01/302060014/Ambiguity-muddles-N-Y-races">Ambiguity muddles N.Y. races</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2ec00552509442322202.txt">State Legislature digs into Cuomo's tax plan</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Tax-chief-deputizes-IG-staff-to-permit-use-of-3058035.php">Tax chief deputizes IG staff to permit use of returns</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/donors-spent-145g-fly-gov-andrew-cuomo-private-jets-fund-raising-events-article-1.1017452">Donors spent $145G to fly Gov. Andrew Cuomo on private jets to fund-raising events</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/battle_lines_for_gov_gop_Gm1Oyi4nqUe3AH6r3kft2L">Fredric U. Dicker: Battle lines for gov, GOP</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/nyregion/some-churches-hope-albany-will-act-to-allow-renting-school-space-to-pray.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">For Congregations Gathering in City Schools, Time to Move</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120206/NEWS01/302060014/Ambiguity-muddles-N-Y-races">Ambiguity muddles N.Y. races</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2ec00552509442322202.txt">State Legislature digs into Cuomo's tax plan</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Tax-chief-deputizes-IG-staff-to-permit-use-of-3058035.php">Tax chief deputizes IG staff to permit use of returns</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/donors-spent-145g-fly-gov-andrew-cuomo-private-jets-fund-raising-events-article-1.1017452">Donors spent $145G to fly Gov. Andrew Cuomo on private jets to fund-raising events</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/battle_lines_for_gov_gop_Gm1Oyi4nqUe3AH6r3kft2L">Fredric U. Dicker: Battle lines for gov, GOP</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Tax-chief-deputizes-IG-staff-to-permit-use-of-3058035.php">Tax chief deputizes IG staff to permit use of returns</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Still-loving-it-here-mostly-3058018.php">Still loving it here ... mostly</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Mirch-clouded-politicians-minds-3056322.php">Mirch clouded politicians' minds</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Gillibrand-to-address-Albany-Chamber-of-Commerce-3050489.php">Gillibrand to address Albany Chamber of Commerce Monday</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Hunger-shouldn-t-be-an-issue-3054811.php">Bill Shore: Hunger shouldn't be an issue</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2ec00552509442322202.txt">State Legislature digs into Cuomo's tax plan</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/new_york_lawmakers_will_consid.html">New York lawmakers will consider raising taxes on loose tobacco, cigars </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/skaneateles-exploring-move-of-offices-to-former-fire-station/article_e734cb60-5075-11e1-ae30-0019bb2963f4.html">Skaneateles exploring move of offices to former fire station </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/editorial/our-view-cuomo-ally-should-not-head-ethics-board/article_2bb82fa2-5044-11e1-b382-0019bb2963f4.html">editorial: Cuomo ally should not head ethics board</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/columnists/carole-estabrook-change-parking-back-to-old-way/article_1775ace0-5044-11e1-a8eb-0019bb2963f4.html">Carole Estabrook: Change parking back to old way </a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_f1e06e2c-5082-11e1-a07a-001871e3ce6c.html">Wyoming School District has hard decisions to make</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_8195291e-5082-11e1-9a26-001871e3ce6c.html">Q&A: Barbeau settles in as LeRoy supervisor</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_228f9d12-5084-11e1-a302-001871e3ce6c.html">Workshops will discuss downtown Albion grant</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050345/Water-meter-system-revamps-start-month?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Water meter system revamps start this month</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x458336489/Education-funding-Small-schools-big-problems">Education funding: Small schools, big problems</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/opinions/x1200258852/EDITORIAL-Looking-into-sharing-services-is-almost-always-a-good-move">editorial: Looking into sharing services is almost always a good move</a> (Business/Economy, Education, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Corning Leader</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/newsnow/x2124807213/Monthly-WIC-center-open-in-Campbell-Tuesday">Monthly WIC center open in Campbell Tuesday</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568314/Money-matters-highlight-Common-Council-agenda.html?nav=5007">Money matters highlight Common Council agenda</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568315/Legislators-filing-resolution-for-independent-commission-to-draw-legislative-districts.html?nav=5007">Legislators filing resolution for independent commission to draw legislative districts</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568307/Family-deserves-military-medal.html?nav=5044">editorial: Family deserves military medal</a> (Federal Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120206/NEWS01/302060014/Ambiguity-muddles-N-Y-races">Ambiguity muddles N.Y. races</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050325/DEC-panel-wades-through-responses?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">DEC panel wades through responses</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050343/Redistricting-delay-leaves-potential-candidates-quandary?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Redistricting delay leaves potential candidates in a quandary</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120206/NEWS01/202060313/EPIC-prescription-drug-coverage-elderly-aarp?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Seniors struggling after Rx program changes</a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120206/NEWS05/302060049/House-GOP-mass-transit-proposal-comes-under-fire?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">House GOP mass transit proposal comes under fire</a> (Federal Government, State Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/affordable-housing-project-planned-for-moreau/article_d75d8706-505a-11e1-816e-0019bb2963f4.html">Affordable housing project planned for Moreau</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/audit-finds-issues-with-granville-s-accounting-software/article_582753f6-5049-11e1-99fb-0019bb2963f4.html">Audit finds issues with Granville's accounting software</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/state-considers-bill-to-lower-procurement-costs-for-municipalities/article_827afc94-5043-11e1-a5b7-0019bb2963f4.html">State considers bill to lower procurement costs for municipalities </a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544346/Increasing-assistance.html?nav=5011">Increasing assistance</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544349/Most-safety-violations-corrected--official-says.html?nav=5011">Most safety violations corrected, official says</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544361/New-statistics-raise-concerns.html?nav=5005">editorial: New statistics raise concerns</a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/newsnow/x1393364115/Allegany-County-Board-of-Health-to-vote-on-well-testing-recommendations">Allegany County Board of Health to vote on well testing recommendations</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050321/West-Hill-senior-housing-project-up-preliminary-approvals?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">West Hill senior housing project up for preliminary approvals</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050341/IPEI-announces-nearly-15-000-granted-Ithaca-education?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">IPEI announces nearly $15,000 granted to Ithaca education</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050328/Hector-residents-tell-board-ban-fracking?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Hector residents tell board: ban fracking</a> (Energy, Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050317/Hinchey-asks-Obama-support-FRAC-Act?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Hinchey asks Obama to support FRAC Act</a> (Energy, Environment, Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598605/JHS-Students-Learn-Technology-Of-Today.html?nav=5192">JHS Students Learn Technology Of Today</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598606/State-Senate-Adopts-Pro-Agriculture-Legislation.html?nav=5192">State Senate Adopts Pro-Agriculture Legislation</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598612/Family-Deserves-To-Have-Purple-Heart.html?nav=5010">editorial: Family Deserves To Have Purple Heart</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568318/Plastic-pollution-survey-planned.html?nav=5047">Plastic pollution survey planned</a> (Education, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568322/New-York-state-increases-cigarette-tax-projection.html?nav=5047">New York state increases cigarette tax projection</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568313/Demolition-of-Tri-County-begins-today.html?nav=5007">Demolition of Tri-County begins today</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120206/NEWS04/302060043/Putnam-departments-merger-panned?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Putnam departments' merger panned</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120206/OPINION/302060023/Opinion-New-Tappan-Zee-span-crucial-economy-Hayworth-says?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Nan Hayworth: New Tappan Zee span crucial to economy, Hayworth says</a> (State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120206/OPINION/302060040/1076/opinion01/Turn%20old%20bridge%20into%20a%20park">Jean Schneider: Turn old bridge into a park</a> (State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120206/OPINION/302060039/1076/opinion01/New%20T.Z.%20span%20is%20not%20affordable%20or%20needed">Gus Montero: New T.Z. span is not affordable or needed</a> (State Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f170984bba374674747.txt">Ulster County must file application for FEMA flood buyout grant by Friday</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f178026e08880716733.txt">Kingston school district, union agree on teacher evaluations (video)</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f1b9b91ee9790177892.txt">New Paltz Central School protests aid plan</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Long Island Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.longislandpress.com/2012/02/05/bishop-altschuler-rematch-looms-after-tight-race/">Bishop-Altschuler Rematch Looms After Tight Race</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120206/NEWS/202060328">Monticello man still violating DEC cleanup orders: state </a> (Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120206/NEWS/202060330">Hudson Bureau Confidential: Schumer urges renewing domestic-abuse legislation</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120206/NEWS/202060326">Judy Rife: Design-build could speed up TZB plan</a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/parents-activists-vow-fight-closings-article-1.1017588">Parents, activists vow to fight closings</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/mayor-michael-bloomberg-rips-congress-funding-gun-control-article-1.1017469">Mayor Michael Bloomberg rips Congress over funding for gun control </a> (Federal Government, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/donors-spent-145g-fly-gov-andrew-cuomo-private-jets-fund-raising-events-article-1.1017452">Donors spent $145G to fly Gov. Andrew Cuomo on private jets to fund-raising events</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mayor-bloomberg-slams-congress-giving-federal-money-tougher-gun-laws-article-1.1017396">Mayor Bloomberg slams Congress for giving too little in federal money to tougher gun laws</a> (Federal Government, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/giants-win-super-bowl-xlvi-parade-broadway-canyon-heroes-york-tuesday-article-1.1017687">Giants win Super Bowl XLVI: Parade through Broadway’s Canyon of Heroes in New York will be Tuesday </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/albany-demand-dna-convicted-criminals-article-1.1016888">editorial: Albany must demand DNA from all convicted criminals </a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/pension-burden-overtaxing-city-finances-article-1.1016870">editorial: Pension burden is overtaxing city finances</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/clergy-cops-work-brownsville-safer-article-1.1016868">editorial: Clergy and cops work together to make Brownsville safer</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/cops_cancer_woe_Mv6FHbnSzyAyIYtlqNcHkK">9/11 cops’ cancer woe</a> (Healthcare, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/blogs/brooklyn/video_boost_to_bring_nyu_applied_OE0d3FP1sFxa0KnXyRYPIK">Video boost to bring NYU applied-sciences school to Brooklyn </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/battle_lines_for_gov_gop_Gm1Oyi4nqUe3AH6r3kft2L">Fredric U. Dicker: Battle lines for gov, GOP</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/yes_sPaP88MoEeW653md5Z7BdN">editorial: Yes!</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/order_in_the_auditorium_KgDVvDZqnoy1iEeKY3MEpN">editorial: Order in the auditorium</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/indian_point_less_objections_cBBQKWxGIKUk1U0wu9CDUJ">editorial: Indian Point-less objections</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/fidler_on_the_loose_UX2yDXTktUZGISbcz2SAbL">editorial: Fidler on the loose</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/firing_bad_apples_k5DWptXMXBwDpp7hzuxcjK">Marcus A. Winters: Firing bad apples</a> (Business/Economy, Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/just_call_him_tax_hike_mike_kFrpuXtqlDWPvYW9m8UxKO">Gerry Shields: Just call him Tax-Hike Mike</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/brass_to_tackle_cops_nypd_blues_mwAtopPfzatpfPbJ9nKqCN">Brass to tackle cops’ NYPD blues</a> (Healthcare, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/nyregion/some-churches-hope-albany-will-act-to-allow-renting-school-space-to-pray.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">For Congregations Gathering in City Schools, Time to Move</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/education/despite-focus-on-data-standards-for-diploma-may-still-lack-rigor.html?ref=nyregion">Despite Focus on Data, Standards for Diploma May Still Lack Rigor</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/nyregion/some-say-new-york-city-health-ads-should-inspire-not-scare.html?ref=nyregion">New York City Defends Health Ads That Frighten the Viewer</a> (Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/06/nyregion/manhattan-protesters-jeer-ali-abdullah-saleh-yemens-president.html?ref=nyregion">Protesters Hurl Jeers and a Shoe at the Yemeni President</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/suffolk-da-creates-vehicular-crimes-unit-1.3506798">Suffolk DA creates vehicular crimes unit</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/audit-long-beach-s-cash-reserves-small-1.3507134">Audit: Long Beach's cash reserves small</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/nassau-police-car-in-minor-accident-1.3507235">Nassau police car in minor accident</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/cohalan-proposed-for-suffolk-historian-1.3506823">Cohalan proposed for Suffolk historian</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/sag-harbor-wary-of-losing-its-character-1.3506923">Sag Harbor wary of losing its character</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/other-columnists/levy-s-campaign-funds-disbursed-1.3506806">Levy's campaign funds disbursed</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/dan-janison/gillibrand-may-see-female-challenger-1.3506784">Dan Janison: Gillibrand may see female challenger</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/criminal-lawyer-testing-waters-for-da-1.3506752">Criminal lawyer testing waters for DA</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/cuomo-watch-doubts-about-3-primaries-1.3506751">Cuomo watch: Doubts about 3 primaries</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/need-remains-for-suffolk-land-preservation-1.3503363">editorial: Need remains for Suffolk land preservation</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneida Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/02/05/news/doc4f2f397168598912727218.txt">Bill Owens nominates Central New York teens to military academies</a> (Federal Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1023474424/Summit-covers-range-of-area-housing-issues">Summit covers range of area housing issues</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1023474414/Trees-available-for-city-residents">Trees available for city residents</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1023474410/Hazmat-team-removes-substance-from-Delhi-facility">Hazmat team removes substance from Delhi facility</a> (Environment, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/editorials/x1023474426/A-sad-tale-may-come-to-an-end-with-arrests">editorial: A sad tale may come to an end with arrests</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1391759297/Domestic-violence-bill-may-include-cyber-stalking">Domestic violence bill may include cyber-stalking</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x991868977/Of-Interest-Feb-6-2012">Of Interest: Feb. 6, 2012</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/120205007/Boyajian-steps-down-from-Democratic-committee-leadership-role">Boyajian steps down from Democratic committee leadership role</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120206/OPINION01/302060007/Editorial-Building-up-over-better?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">editorial: Building up, over and better</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120206/NEWS01/202060308/VA-Medical-Center-Canandaigua-support-line?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">VA hotline reveals significant need for assistance</a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120206/NEWS01/202060304/Finger-Lakes-Visitors-Connection-Young-Strategies-Inc-?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Tourism study planned for Ontario County</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/06/0206_bedbug/">Officials to call in bedbug experts for Saratoga Springs apartment complex</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/06/0206open-space-action/">Glenville open space action eyed</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/06/0206_indparty/">Saratoga County Independence Party chooses Southworth</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/06/0206_adkland/">Newcomb buys 348 acres from nature group</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/06/0206downtown-business/">Schenectady downtown business district board seeks members</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Spin Cycle (Newsday)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/guv-prospect-of-three-ny-primary-dates-threatens-turnout-1.3506637">Guv: Prospect of three NY primary dates threatens turnout</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/suffolk-controversial-levy-campaign-fund-finally-dissolved-1.3506582">Suffolk: Controversial Levy campaign fund finally dissolved</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/video-democrat-dujmic-seeks-suffolk-assembly-seat-1.3506573">Video: Democrat Dujmic seeks Suffolk Assembly seat</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/looks-like-lawyer-perini-is-testing-waters-for-suffolk-da-1.3506548">Looks like lawyer Perini is testing waters for Suffolk DA</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/a-look-at-nassau-pba-s-donations-to-dems-1.3506539">A look at Nassau PBA's donations to Dems </a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/cuomo-on-pension-reform-public-service-unions-incredibly-powerful-1.3506479">Cuomo on pension reform: Public-service unions 'incredibly powerful'</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/staten_island_pols_doing_the_a.html">Staten Island pols doing the Albany budget shuffle</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/southshore/index.ssf/2012/02/new_school_in_staten_islands_r.html">New school in Staten Island's Rossville section is a study in technological advances</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/us_rep_ann_marie_buerkle_may_f.html">U.S. Rep. Ann Marie Buerkle may face Republican primary challenge</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/wise_words_cornell_project_and.html">editorial: Wise Words: Cornell project and book offer lessons for life without regret</a> </li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f46e825102843948197.txt">In his annual State of the City address, Saratoga Springs Mayor Scott Johnson calls for an analysis of underutilized land along Route 9 (with video)</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f49ecc3ddc330557964.txt">Local dairy farmers striving to improve quality of milk (with video)</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f45ce46b2b324965418.txt">In preliminary tests, mold was only health threat found in Skidmore College's Starbuck Center</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2f70cec6e2d705836272.txt">La Salle lauds early college program with HVCC; considers its expansion</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/06/news/doc4f2ebef874966669004812.txt">U.S. Senator Gillibrand in Capital District Monday</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/06/opinion/doc4f2f3459e93fb952243170.txt">James V. Franco: Mayor Lou’s first State of the City</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Utica Observer-Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1393365250/Cuomo-congratulates-Giants-on-Super-Bowl-win">Cuomo congratulates Giants on Super Bowl win</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1087084667/Charter-schools-eye-same-Holy-Trinity-location-for-proposals">Charter schools eye same Holy Trinity location for proposals</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/opinion/x1393361139/Our-view-Look-at-ways-now-to-merge-voting-districts">editorial: Look at ways now to merge voting districts</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Watertown Daily Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS05/702029915/-1/news">Massena mails sidewalk shoveling reminders</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS07/702069913">Synthetic marijuana use prompts health concerns</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS03/702069920">Adams to commission study on water use</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS03/702069937">Duffy pledges engagement on BRAC issue</a> (Federal Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS03/702069949">Owens cheers bill on insider trading</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS05/702069918">Massena Housing Authority considers smoking-policy change</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120206/NEWS04/702069923">Local leaders discuss mandate relief at NYSAC conference</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> epage06ed tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-05:21315 2012-02-05T09:55:00Z 2012-02-05T12:08:11Z

<ul> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Rematch-looms-after-tight-race-for-NY-House-seat-3025879.php">Rematch looms after tight race for NY House seat </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/department-education-fire-granting-a-fat-contract-a-nonprofit-run-officials-article-1.1017214">Department of Education is under fire for granting a fat contract to a nonprofit run by one of its former officials </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS12/302050050/State-s-overtime-costs-up-4-5-percent-over-2010?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">State's overtime costs up 4.5 percent over 2010 </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Buffalo News</strong>: <a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/eastern-erie/article723045.ece">State eyes tough reporting system for dispensing of prescription drugs </a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Rematch-looms-after-tight-race-for-NY-House-seat-3025879.php">Rematch looms after tight race for NY House seat </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/department-education-fire-granting-a-fat-contract-a-nonprofit-run-officials-article-1.1017214">Department of Education is under fire for granting a fat contract to a nonprofit run by one of its former officials </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS12/302050050/State-s-overtime-costs-up-4-5-percent-over-2010?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">State's overtime costs up 4.5 percent over 2010 </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Buffalo News</strong>: <a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/eastern-erie/article723045.ece">State eyes tough reporting system for dispensing of prescription drugs </a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Rematch-looms-after-tight-race-for-NY-House-seat-3025879.php">Rematch looms after tight race for NY House seat </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/FDNY-inspector-pleads-guilty-to-accepting-bribes-3023110.php">FDNY inspector pleads guilty to accepting bribes </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Kids-at-NYC-school-in-trouble-over-pot-brownies-3030940.php">Kids at NYC school in trouble over pot brownies </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/sprucing-grouse-population-york-goal-article-1.1017210">Sprucing up grouse population is New York goal </a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/202040354/Flood-map-delay-may-cost-Tier-residents-millions?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Flood map delay may have cost Tier residents millions </a> (Environment, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/202040342/Experts-say-2011-flood-won-t-last">Experts say 2011 flood won't be the last</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120205/VIEWPOINTS02/202050315/Guest-Viewpoint-Cuomo-mathematically-challenged-schools?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Sandra H. Ruffo: Cuomo mathematically challenged on schools </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Buffalo News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/eastern-erie/article723045.ece">State eyes tough reporting system for dispensing of prescription drugs </a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/batavia-genesee-county/article722077.ece">Le Roy residents air concerns </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/buffalo/article722518.ece">Evaluation system finds few teachers 'inadequate' </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/around-town/article722892.ece">Niagara County government meetings</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/article722965.ece">Volunteer firefighters get tuition aid </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/article723031.ece">Board keeps low profile in wake of SPCA allegations </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/article722499.ece">Clock always running on Time Warner channel pacts </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/columns/bob-mccarthy/article722927.ece">Bob McCarthy: Here’s why they said that . . . </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/business/business-columns/david-robinson/article723039.ece">David Robinson: Push is on to raise minimum wage now </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/buffalo-news-editorials/article722675.ece">editorial: DOT's stunning backtrack </a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568294/Hoyt-defends-Dunkirk-town-housing-project.html?nav=5047">Hoyt defends Dunkirk town housing project </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568295/Dispute-over-Westfield-police-agreement-continues.html?nav=5047">Dispute over Westfield police agreement continues </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568290/Higgins-announces-February-Congress-on-Your-Corner-Schedule-for-Chautauqua-County.html?nav=5007">Higgins announces February Congress on Your Corner Schedule for Chautauqua County </a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568284/Did-Dunkirk--state-break-even-.html?nav=5046">Ralph Burke: Did Dunkirk, state break even? </a> </li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568281/Some-failing-at-the-basics.html?nav=5044">editorial: Some failing at the basics </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/202040337/Hundreds-pay-respects-Sheriff-Houper?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Hundreds pay respects to Sheriff Houper </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120203/VIEWPOINTS02/202030301/Guest-Viewpoint-Gas-firms-think-only-about-their-bottom-lines?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|viewpoints|p">Timothy Dunlap: Gas firms think only about their bottom lines</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_e6639a46-4fa7-11e1-814f-0019bb2963f4.html">Sessions offer info on landfill project </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_feeb81c0-4faa-11e1-a622-0019bb2963f4.html">Website aims to get New Yorkers talking about issues </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_ba450f40-4fab-11e1-a015-0019bb2963f4.html">Educators air grievances </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS12/302050050/State-s-overtime-costs-up-4-5-percent-over-2010?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">State's overtime costs up 4.5 percent over 2010 </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS05/302050070/N-Y-redistricting-delays-put-potential-House-candidates-quandary-over-where-run">N.Y. redistricting delays put potential House candidates in quandary over where to run </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598546/Most-Crime-Down-In-City.html?nav=5192">Most Crime Down In City </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598557/Senecas-Step-To-The-Plate.html?nav=5057">Senecas Step To The Plate </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598558/Trash-Cans--Ashtrays-Won-t-End-Litter-Mess.html?nav=5057">Trash Cans, Ashtrays Won’t End Litter Mess </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598550/Corps-Of-Engineers-Must-Stop-Asian-Carp.html?nav=5010">editorial: Corps Of Engineers Must Stop Asian Carp </a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS03/302050080/Rockland-requests-competitive-bids-bus-service">Rockland requests competitive bids for bus service </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS02/302050069/Teacher-scores-tough-test-schools-Bedford-progresses-new-evaluations?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Teacher scores are tough test for schools; Bedford progresses on new evaluations </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS02/302050052/Unhealthy-competition-Big-city-hospitals-move-locals-feel-squeeze?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Unhealthy competition: Big-city hospitals move in and locals feel the squeeze </a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS02/302050066/Chappaqua-parents-sue-over-boy-hit-by-truck-cite-lack-sidewalk-safety-issue?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Chappaqua parents sue over boy hit by truck, cite lack of sidewalk as safety issue</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS02/302050057/Mahopac-landowner-proposes-16-luxury-homes-Mohegan-Lake-by-former-Franciscan-school?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Mahopac landowner proposes 16 luxury homes in Mohegan Lake by former Franciscan school </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS02/302050054/Going-Places-AirTran-s-exit-from-Westchester-County-Airport-could-boost-ticket-costs?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Going Places: AirTran's exit from Westchester County Airport could boost ticket costs </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120205/NEWS03/302050081/Nyack-Valley-Cottage-libraries-seek-20-tax-hike-budget-meeting-Tuesday?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Rockland%20County,%20New%20York">Nyack, Valley Cottage libraries seek $20 tax hike; budget meeting is Tuesday </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120205/NEWS05/702059886/-1/dco01">Clarkson receives $1.4 million grant to study Great Lakes </a> (Education, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/department-education-fire-granting-a-fat-contract-a-nonprofit-run-officials-article-1.1017214">Department of Education is under fire for granting a fat contract to a nonprofit run by one of its former officials </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/john-liu-boo-boo-donors-met-contributors-work-article-1.1017154">Liu boo-boo on donors? He met with contributors during work-hours </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/researchers-call-mta-casual-friday-schedules-article-1.1017184">Researchers call for MTA casual Friday schedules </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/kelly-a-ray-cist-a-smear-article-1.1016778">Tom Ridge and James Woolsey: Kelly a ‘Ray-cist’? What a smear</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/talks-teacher-evaluations-doomed-fail-article-1.1016864">editorial: Talks on teacher evaluations seem doomed to fail </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/a-million-workers-lacking-paid-sick-days-a-growing-shame-city-article-1.1016690">A million workers lacking paid sick days is a growing shame of the city </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/shinnecocks-approve-pact-to-build-casino-1.3505128">Shinnecocks approve pact to build casino </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/mta-considers-metro-north-at-penn-station-1.3505344">MTA considers Metro-North at Penn Station </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/developers-to-offer-new-nassau-hub-plan-1.3505257">Developers to offer new Nassau Hub plan </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/ex-islip-parks-chief-to-lead-suffolk-parks-1.3505204">Ex-Islip parks chief to lead Suffolk parks </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/meeting-held-on-wading-river-zoning-plan-1.3504980">Meeting held on Wading River zoning plan </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/farmingdale-considers-cheaper-water-contract-1.3504358">Farmingdale considers cheaper water contract </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/india-republic-day-celebrated-in-hempstead-1.3503151">India Republic Day celebrated in Hempstead </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/rick-brand/talk-about-ex-suffolk-gop-boss-john-powell-1.3504938">Rick Brand: Talk about ex-Suffolk GOP boss John Powell </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/joye-brown/new-reason-to-release-jo-anna-bird-murder-report-1.3505046">Joye Brown: New reason to release Jo'Anna Bird murder report </a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/120204007/Town-police-state-comptroller-warn-lottery-scams">Town police, state comptroller warn of lottery scams </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120205/OPINION04/302050040/Tappan-Zee-Bridge-s-replacement-critical?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">Nan Hayworth: Tappan Zee Bridge's replacement critical </a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050317/Public-forum-Le-Roy-offers-reassurance-some-angers-others?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Public forum in Le Roy offers reassurance to some, angers others </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050318/Brandon-Searight-wrongful-witness-identifications?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Effort seeks to avoid ID errors in criminal cases </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050310/Snow-highway-department-money?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Mild winter frees up highway crews </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050314/Jefferson-Avenue-Rochester-revitalization?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Jefferson Avenue project kicks off </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120205/OPINION04/302050019/MCC-Damon-Center-Maggie-Brooks-Downtown-Rochester">editorial: Maggie Brooks should use clout to avert showdown on MCC project </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120205/OPINION04/302050018/Harriet-Tubman-National-Historical-Park-Legislation-Auburn">editorial: Harriet Tubman national park an overdue honor </a> (Federal Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/litter_bugs_ow_sanitation_cops.html">Litter bugs, now Sanitation cops, dump on them </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/post_273.html">Former Staten Island BP Molinari: Newt Gingrich isn't fit to be president </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.silive.com/politics/2012/02/echoes_of_fossellas_fall_in_gr.html">Echoes of Fossella's fall in Grimm's troubles </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/02/the_phantom_bargain.html">editorial: The phantom bargain </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Your News Now (TIme Warner Cable)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/572664/water-levels-discussion-in-clayton/">Water levels discussion in Clayton </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/top_stories/572620/legionnaires--disease-confirmed-at-hotel/">Legionnaires' disease confirmed at Albany County hotel</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/top_stories/572649/local-official-donates-to-locks-of-love/">Niskayuna official donates to Locks of Love </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/top_stories/572653/leroy-central-school-district-addresses-community/">LeRoy Central School District addresses community </a> (Education)</li> </ul> epage06ed tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-04:21312 2012-02-04T10:04:00Z 2012-02-04T10:13:55Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/04/nyregion/mayor-bloombergs-pledge-to-planned-parenthood-captures-interest.html?ref=nyregion">With Fine Timing, Bloomberg Makes a Financial Pledge That Excites and Engages </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/NY-s-Schneiderman-sues-banks-in-foreclosure-effort-2993231.php">NY's Schneiderman sues banks in foreclosure effort</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/members-muslim-community-rally-bid-police-commissioner-raymond-kelly-resign-article-1.1016913">Members of Muslim community rally in bid to have Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly resign </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/302040025/Seniors-pay-more-under-EPIC-rules?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">Seniors pay more under EPIC rules </a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/04/nyregion/mayor-bloombergs-pledge-to-planned-parenthood-captures-interest.html?ref=nyregion">With Fine Timing, Bloomberg Makes a Financial Pledge That Excites and Engages </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/NY-s-Schneiderman-sues-banks-in-foreclosure-effort-2993231.php">NY's Schneiderman sues banks in foreclosure effort</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/members-muslim-community-rally-bid-police-commissioner-raymond-kelly-resign-article-1.1016913">Members of Muslim community rally in bid to have Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly resign </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/302040025/Seniors-pay-more-under-EPIC-rules?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">Seniors pay more under EPIC rules </a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/NY-s-Schneiderman-sues-banks-in-foreclosure-effort-2993231.php">NY's Schneiderman sues banks in foreclosure effort</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/302040025/Seniors-pay-more-under-EPIC-rules?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">Seniors pay more under EPIC rules </a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/members-muslim-community-rally-bid-police-commissioner-raymond-kelly-resign-article-1.1016913">Members of Muslim community rally in bid to have Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly resign </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/04/nyregion/mayor-bloombergs-pledge-to-planned-parenthood-captures-interest.html?ref=nyregion">With Fine Timing, Bloomberg Makes a Financial Pledge That Excites and Engages </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-03:21301 2012-02-03T09:08:00Z 2012-02-03T12:29:38Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/churches-push-for-law-allowing-them-to-remain-in-public-schools.html?ref=nyregion">Albany Is Urged to Let Churches Keep Using Schools</a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/comptroller-paints-bleak-picture-states-economy">Karen DeWitt: Comptroller Paints Bleak Picture of State's Economy </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020407/Businesses-knock-new-state-law-requiring-employers-verify-salaries?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Businesses knock new state law requiring employers to verify salaries</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Biben-chosen-for-top-job-at-new-ethics-panel-2956389.php">Biben chosen for top job at new ethics panel </a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mayor-bloomberg-calls-pension-system-ticking-time-bomb-costs-6-times-10-years-article-1.1016126">Mayor Bloomberg calls pension system ‘ticking time bomb’ that costs 6 times more than 10 years ago </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mike_laps_komen_PGMB1jXFFZ0R16xW8SDJ5L">Mike $laps Komen</a> (Healthcare, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/churches-push-for-law-allowing-them-to-remain-in-public-schools.html?ref=nyregion">Albany Is Urged to Let Churches Keep Using Schools</a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/comptroller-paints-bleak-picture-states-economy">Karen DeWitt: Comptroller Paints Bleak Picture of State's Economy </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020407/Businesses-knock-new-state-law-requiring-employers-verify-salaries?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Businesses knock new state law requiring employers to verify salaries</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Biben-chosen-for-top-job-at-new-ethics-panel-2956389.php">Biben chosen for top job at new ethics panel </a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mayor-bloomberg-calls-pension-system-ticking-time-bomb-costs-6-times-10-years-article-1.1016126">Mayor Bloomberg calls pension system ‘ticking time bomb’ that costs 6 times more than 10 years ago </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mike_laps_komen_PGMB1jXFFZ0R16xW8SDJ5L">Mike $laps Komen</a> (Healthcare, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Adirondack Daily Enterprise</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529090/Sackets-Harbor-woman-announces-congressional-bid.html?nav=5008">Sackets Harbor woman announces congressional bid</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529088/McEneany-weighs-run-as-independent.html?nav=5008">McEneany weighs run as independent</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529091/Doug-Hoffman-unsure-whether-he-ll-run-again.html?nav=5008">Doug Hoffman unsure whether he’ll run again</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529089/Senate-approves-bill-targeting-disruptive-campers.html?nav=5008">Senate approves bill targeting disruptive campers</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529092/In-Lake-Placid--DEC-commish-lauds-Cuomo-s-budget.html?nav=5008">In Lake Placid, DEC commish lauds Cuomo’s budget</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/category.detail/nav/5047/Afternoon-Update.html">DEC chief hopes ORDA will take over Belleayre</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Pest-control-was-a-scratch-2973870.php">Pest control was a scratch</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Troy-mayor-Work-together-2973066.php">Troy mayor: Work together</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Justice-asks-exit-from-28-cases-2970660.php">Justice asks exit from 28 cases</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Inside-Politics-Attorney-appointment-an-unlikely-2964379.php">Inside Politics: Attorney appointment an unlikely battle</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Districts-work-on-evaluation-plans-2966138.php">Districts work on evaluation plans</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Court-says-return-donated-funds-2971492.php">Court says return donated funds</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Biben-chosen-for-top-job-at-new-ethics-panel-2956389.php">Biben chosen for top job at new ethics panel </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Witnesses-Promises-then-signatures-2951673.php">Witnesses: Promises, then signatures</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/No-jobs-rebound-in-region-2973931.php">No jobs rebound in region</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Democrats-ask-to-ease-primary-ballot-access-2973122.php">Democrats ask to ease primary ballot access</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Workers-comp-cost-joins-sick-list-2972614.php">Workers' comp cost joins sick list</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/mr-spychalskis-twisted-priorities/17733/">editorial: Mr. Spychalski’s twisted priorities</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/High-cost-of-Tier-VI-pensions-2971274.php">Mario Cilento: High cost of Tier VI pensions</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Watch (Gannett)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/02/jcope-makes-it-official-ig-ellen-biben-is-new-director/">JCOPE makes it official: IG Ellen Biben is new director </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/02/league-of-women-voters-applauds-appointment/">League of Women Voters applauds appointment </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/02/nyt-biben-appointed-executive-director-of-state-ethics-panel/">NYT: Biben appointed executive director of state ethics panel </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/02/business-groups-study-shows-solar-is-cost-prohibitive/">Business groups: Study shows solar is cost-prohibitive </a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/02/report-new-york%E2%80%99s-economy-remains-fragile/">Report: New York’s Economy Remains Fragile </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Amsterdam News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.amsterdamnews.com/news/local/mapped-out-minority-voting-power-under-attack/article_e77ad29c-4dc1-11e1-86f0-001871e3ce6c.html">Mapped out: Minority voting power under attack</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.amsterdamnews.com/news/local/opponents-to-bloomberg-school-closures-plan-to-face-off-on/article_06cb3d44-4dc2-11e1-8c9c-001871e3ce6c.html">Opponents to Bloomberg school closures plan to face off on Feb. 9 </a> (Education, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.amsterdamnews.com/opinion/diversity-is-key-at-specialized-high-schools/article_69e5484c-4dc8-11e1-ae03-001871e3ce6c.html">Lorita Watson: Diversity is key at specialized high schools</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.amsterdamnews.com/politics_noir/city-elections-start-buzzing/article_83d025c4-4864-11e1-b0fb-0019bb2963f4.html">2013 city elections start buzzing </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.amsterdamnews.com/opinion/editorials/obama-s-america-the-only-way-for-a-real-future/article_eaf6d3e2-4837-11e1-86bf-0019bb2963f4.html">editorial: Obama's America: The only way for a real future for us</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_NYPD_INTELLIGENCE_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">Document shows NYPD eyed Shiites based on religion </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_MOVE_OVER_LAW_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">NY State Police crack down on 'move over' law </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_SYRIA_SANCTIONS_NY_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">Schumer, Gillibrand Syria sanctions bill moves </a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b49c355c92516393491.txt">Cuomo appointee to police administration</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS10/120202006/NY-26-injured-4-fatally-hunting-season?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">NY: 26 injured, 4 fatally, in hunting season</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/usatoday/article/38492123?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">SUNY Fredonia to lead Great Lakes pollution study</a> (Education, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/analysis_cuomos_plan_for_less.html">Analysis: Cuomo's proposal for a less expensive pension plan would cost state, local governments millions to implement</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/cuomo_appointee_selected_to_po.html">Cuomo appointee selected to police governor's administration, state Legislature</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/state_sen_patty_ritchie_named.html">State Sen. Patty Ritchie named to budget subcommittee</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Bloomberg-Use-last-rainy-day-funds-in-budget-plan-2971753.php">Bloomberg: Use last rainy-day funds in budget plan </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/auburn-s-financial-health-in-good-shape/article_87662e10-4e20-11e1-ae39-0019bb2963f4.html">Auburn’s financial health in good shape</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/tubman-u-s-park-bill-to-be-introduced/article_738ad490-4e20-11e1-8689-0019bb2963f4.html">Tubman U.S. park bill to be introduced </a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/mild-winter-continues-to-hinder-effort-to-kill-asian-clams/article_5ca6b096-4e20-11e1-a085-0019bb2963f4.html">Mild winter continues to hinder effort to kill Asian clams in lake </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/columnists/e-j-mcmahon-ny-s-still-too-business-unfriendly/article_8505ff12-4dab-11e1-8ea7-0019bb2963f4.html">E.J. McMahon: NY's still too business-unfriendly</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/columnists/guy-cosentino-voters-made-their-choice/article_3d431254-4df2-11e1-b947-001871e3ce6c.html">Guy Cosentino: Voters made their choice </a> (Education, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_7cfb7d90-4e3e-11e1-9a5a-001871e3ce6c.html">City Council plans second budget session Monday</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_d42e9b8e-4e01-11e1-a067-001871e3ce6c.html">EPA tests barrels from 1970 Le Roy spill</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_a6d46d9c-4e3a-11e1-86e0-001871e3ce6c.html">Genesee panel approves capital projects</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_c65fbdfa-4e31-11e1-9331-001871e3ce6c.html">Batavia Town FD approves master plan for future</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_0a0d9e62-4e3e-11e1-8451-001871e3ce6c.html">Counties keep pressure on state for mandate relief</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_cef85b4b-00fa-5086-865e-4f6b88e5feca.html">Attica debuts new slogan </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_55b1f66e-4e3a-11e1-adad-001871e3ce6c.html">Effort under way to dissolve Genesee Falls Fire Company</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/opinion/editorials/article_742a69ea-4dc3-11e1-b587-001871e3ce6c.html">editorial: An appeal for calm</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020394/Vestal-sees-increase-DWI-arrests?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Vestal sees increase in DWI arrests</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/120202003/JC-Fire-Department-receive-federal-funds?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">JC Fire Department to receive federal funds</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120203/VIEWPOINTS02/202030305/Guest-Viewpoint-Smoking-burden-health-care?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Sharon Fischer: Smoking is a burden on health care</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x582077608/Comptroller-NY-rebounding-unevenly-around-state">Comptroller: NY rebounding unevenly around state</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Capitol Confidential</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112289/ortiz-takes-aim-at-facebook/">Ortiz takes aim at Facebook</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112280/cop-shootings-csea-and-ocfs/">Cop shootings, CSEA and OCFS</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112234/dem-election-officials-ask-for-fewer-signatures/">Dem election officials ask for fewer signatures</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112220/league-like-biben-on-jcope/">League likes Biben on JCOPE x2</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112193/jcope-picks-ig-ellen-biben-as-executive-director/">JCOPE picks IG Ellen Biben as exec director (update)</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112188/redistricting-for-skunks-dogs-and-scorpions/">Redistricting for skunks, dogs, and scorpions</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/112151/dinapoli-state-recovery-lost-big-mo-in-2011/">DiNapoli: State recovery lost big mo in 2011</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Catskill Daily Mail</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b7be6b9182114259872.txt">Budget reform at all levels</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b7d6ae1230585864257.txt">DEC proposes to manage bobcat population</a> (Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b7dd2e13c2651283188.txt">Incumbents back on ballot</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/03/opinion/editorials/doc4f2b7b3c0137f776794223.txt">editorial: Don’t be dumb this Super Bowl weekend</a> </li> </ul> <h2>City Limits</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.citylimits.org/blog/blog/192/mortgage-woes-linked-to-broader-neighborhood-despair">Mortgage Woes Linked to Broader Neighborhood Despair Posted by Jarrett Murphy</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>City Room (NY Times)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/ethics-commission-quietly-names-new-director/?ref=nyregion">Ethics Commission Quietly Names New Director</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/bloomberg-to-give-250000-to-planned-parenthood/?ref=nyregion">Mayor to Give $250,000 to Planned Parenthood</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/subway-survey-finds-rats-yes-but-maybe-not-as-many/?ref=nyregion">Subway Survey Finds Rats, Yes, but Maybe Not as Many</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Corning Leader</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/topstories/x1419991648/Cargo-plane-crash-lands-at-Elmira-Corning-airport">Cargo plane crash-lands at Elmira-Corning airport</a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Crain's New York Business</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.crainsnewyork.com/article/20120202/POLITICS/120209968/1072">Mayor's budget plan lacks drama, with one exception </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://mycrains.crainsnewyork.com/blogs/greg-david-on-ny/2012/02/the-politics-and-law-of-odious-redistricting/">Greg David on NY: The politics and law of odious redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Daily Politics</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/a-quick-daily-politics-reminder">A Quick Daily Politics Reminder</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/csea-says-shooting-of-city-cop-raises-alarms-about-juvenile-justice-center-clo">CSEA Says Shooting of City Cop Raises Alarms About Juvenile Justice Center Closings - UDATED</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/jcope-chair-bibens-integrity-beyond-reproach">JCOPE Chair: Biben's Integrity Beyond Reproach</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/document-drop-fy-2013-nyc-budget-proposal">Document Drop: FY 2013 NYC Budget Proposal</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/bibens-new-jcope-job-raises-questions-update">Biben's New JCOPE Job Raises Questions (UPDATE)</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/congress-by-the-fundraising-numbers">Congress, By The (Fundraising) Numbers</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/dinapoli-warns-new-york-recovery-slowing-down">DiNapoli Warns New York Recovery Slowing Down</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/goo-goos-say-assembly-dems-over-the-line-with-fidler-tribute">Goo Goos Say Assembly Dems Over The Line With Fidler Tribute</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568206/State-official-Hoyt-visits-county.html?nav=5047">State official Hoyt visits county</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020385/Reed-GOP-rising-star-?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Reed is GOP 'rising star'</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020368/Athens-school-board-expected-vote-budget-saving-measures?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Athens school board expected to vote on budget saving measures</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020364/Plans-set-slow-traffic-near-Elmira-schools?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Plans set to slow traffic near Elmira schools</a> (Education, Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020399/Meeting-cover-AES-amendment?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Meeting to cover AES amendment</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020381/Preston-opts-out-having-her-name-placed-signs?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Preston opts out of having her name placed on signs</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120203/VIEWPOINTS02/202030301/Guest-Viewpoint-Gas-firms-think-only-about-their-bottom-lines?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|viewpoints|p">Timothy Dunlap: Gas firms think only about their bottom lines</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_0b1f6046-4db3-11e1-9d6b-0019bb2963f4.html">ONI director stepping down; interim replacement named</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_4002e620-4db3-11e1-8a9a-0019bb2963f4.html">Hammondsport earns tie for title of ‘Coolest Town’</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_748acae8-4db3-11e1-a85a-0019bb2963f4.html">27,400 calls and growing</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_9663c160-4db3-11e1-8b6e-0019bb2963f4.html">Petition seeks to force vote on SF town hall project</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_64c6b154-4db2-11e1-8480-0019bb2963f4.html">PY district faces $1.3M in cost hikes </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_d4d3c252-4db2-11e1-b58d-0019bb2963f4.html">Council approves proposed cemetery fee hike</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020407/Businesses-knock-new-state-law-requiring-employers-verify-salaries?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Businesses knock new state law requiring employers to verify salaries</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS10/202020388/Study-N-Y-should-invest-solar-costs-uncertain?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Study: N.Y. should invest in solar, but costs uncertain</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020391/Report-N-Y-shows-some-economic-gains-recovery-stalling?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Report: N.Y. shows some economic gains, but recovery stalling</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS10/120202012/House-bill-would-give-NY-2-1-percent-hike-highway-money?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">House bill would give NY 2.1 percent hike in highway money</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020371/Hydrofracking-comments-present-new-problem-Scanning-shoulder?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Hydrofracking comments present new problem: Scanning shoulder</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>GateHouse News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/news/x715341568/Frankfort-Schuyler-facing-828-162-gap-as-work-begins-on-budget">Frankfort-Schuyler facing $828,162 gap as work begins on budget</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/topstories/x1419992722/Butler-Economic-recovery-held-captive-by-government-red-tape">Butler: Economic recovery held captive by government red tape</a> </li> </ul> <h2>Gay City News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.gaycitynews.com/articles/2012/02/02/gay_city_news/perspectives/doc4f2993d47187a032458812.txt">An AIDS Memorial Design To Embrace</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/state-and-regional/schools-eye-success-in-bond/article_1e1ae808-4e2d-11e1-8a64-0019bb2963f4.html">Schools eye success in bond</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/wilton-board-receives-exit-corridor-study/article_5d68d3b6-4e10-11e1-af85-001871e3ce6c.html">Wilton board receives Exit 16 corridor study</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/chester-street-to-be-without-water-friday-morning/article_288a0a80-4df6-11e1-a4ef-001871e3ce6c.html">Chester Street to be without water Friday morning </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/warren-county-committee-supports-plan-for-sunkiss-balloon-festival-event/article_2c473358-4df3-11e1-a757-001871e3ce6c.html">Warren County committee supports plan for Sunkiss Balloon Festival event at airport </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/county-slates-public-hearings-on-possible-sale-of-health-care/article_b2364f4a-4de8-11e1-9611-001871e3ce6c.html">County slates public hearings on possible sale of health care facilities, programs </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/county-committee-applies-for-grant-for-flood-work/article_618fca36-4ddd-11e1-89b6-001871e3ce6c.html">County committee applies for grant for flood work </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/south-glens-falls-village-board-oks-five-year-public-works/article_170e5436-4dd4-11e1-bcb3-001871e3ce6c.html">South Glens Falls Village Board OKs five-year public works contract </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/opinion/columns/wdoolittle/change-in-inmate-counting-is-only-a-start/article_1ab79ff2-4df7-11e1-8f36-001871e3ce6c.html">Will Doolittle: Change in inmate counting is only a start</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544273/Town-of-Johnstown-loses-4-votes.html?nav=5011">Town of Johnstown loses 4 votes</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544274/Chamber-hears-comments-on-possible-merger.html?nav=5011">Chamber hears comments on possible merger</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544269/Give-plan-closer-look.html?nav=5005">editorial: Give plan closer look</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x2139492116/Cohocton-town-village-support-state-EMS-grant-application">Cohocton town, village support state grant application for EMS changes</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x132494129/In-North-Hornell-questions-about-a-disbanded-auxiliary">In North Hornell, questions about a disbanded auxiliary</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x370666662/Word-on-Alstom-bids-expected-in-March">Word on Alstom bids expected in March</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020366/City-special-events-policy-first-step-shore-up-2013-budget?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">City special events policy first step to shore up 2013 budget</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020377/Youth-advocate-Glover-receives-Common-Council-award?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Youth advocate Glover receives Common Council award</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598447/Bust-Nets-39.html?nav=5192">Bust Nets 39</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598448/-Reality-Budgeting-.html?nav=5192">‘Reality Budgeting’</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598442/Jamestown-Airport-To-Keep-Federal-Subsidy.html?nav=5057">Jamestown Airport To Keep Federal Subsidy</a> (Federal Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598436/Honor-The-Last-Doolittle-Raiders.html?nav=5010">editorial: Honor The Last Doolittle Raiders</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568203/FAA-bill-preserves-local-subsidy-for-Jamestown-airport.html?nav=5047">FAA bill preserves local subsidy for Jamestown airport</a> (Federal Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120203/NEWS04/302030019/Putnam-pays-13-800-defense-Elizabeth-Ailes-newspaper-lawsuit">Putnam pays $13,800 for defense in Elizabeth Ailes newspaper lawsuit</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120203/NEWS02/302030012/Croton-group-pushes-more-transparency-from-village">Croton group pushes for more transparency from village</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120203/NEWS02/302030024/Astorino-Increase-child-care-fees-15-Westchester-lacks-money?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Astorino: Increase child-care fees 15%, Westchester lacks money</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120203/NEWS02/302030033/Region-trails-state-U-S-jobs-recovery-despite-better-market?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Region trails state, U.S. in jobs recovery despite better market</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120203/OPINION/302030006/Editorial-N-Y-s-recovery-still-fragile">editorial: N.Y.'s recovery is still fragile</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b464058f5a560504800.txt">EmblemHealth Services closing town of Ulster office, laying off 84 people</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2ab815e16ec181395020.txt">Kingston Superintendent Paul Padalino won't reconsider decision to close Meagher Elementary School (video)</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f29fe3da65fb335341303.txt">Kingston school board defends iPad purchases (video)</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b487c5418b434281930.txt">New code officer wastes no time cleaning up town of Shandaken</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b4946ebd02430553199.txt">Kingston schools Superintendent Paul Padalino seeks money for added PR</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2aee46a6533536256254.txt">New Paltz school surveys are in the mail — again</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f29f96301ef3342338615.txt">New Paltz school budget may require tax cap override</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2add6b28feb255996983.txt">Greene County sales tax revenue for 2011 beats estimate</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f29f32b43341176179465.txt">Greene County will borrow money for storm-related repairs (video)</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b48e4d2f7a724584867.txt">Counties, businesses can get storm repair grants</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b45f23f345105549069.txt">Town of Ulster revising animal control policy</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b365ba8bd8133316914.txt">Kingston committee narrows master plan consultants to four firms</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Lockport Union Sun & Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x584478257/Shovel-ready-park-has-perks">Shovel-ready park has perks</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Long Island Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.longislandpress.com/2012/02/02/whooping-cough-case-in-riverhead-school/">Whooping Cough Case in Riverhead School</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.longislandpress.com/2012/02/02/school-house-lock-long-island-elementary-schools-closing/">School House Lock: 12 L.I. Elementary Schools Closing</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039907/-1/dco01">St. Lawrence County organizes for sales tax increase</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039914/-1/dco01">Forum participants discuss school cost-saving measures</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039928/-1/dco01">Massena Memorial nurses picket over security concerns</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039930/-1/dco01">Hannawa Falls fire department awarded federal funding for new truck</a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039932/-1/dco01">Nice N Easy set to show off plans for Norwood location</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039961/-1/dco01">NYPA Awards Little Sucker Brook Project To Perras Excavating</a> (Business/Economy, Energy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039965/-1/dco01">Greene launches bid to be GOP Congressional candidate</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039979/-1/dco01">Brady: Potsdam Faces Uphill Budget Battle</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120203/DCO01/702039989/-1/dco01">State office cites local agencies for lack of compliance</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>McClatchy News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Occupy-Buffalo-removed-from-Niagara-Square-2971783.php">Occupy Buffalo removed from Niagara Square</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/120209941">New law on public documents now in effect</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/120209937">Greenwood Lake finally gets $200,000 grant</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/120209939">Newburgh seeks residents to draw ward boundaries </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/120209942">Monticello mayor wins Democratic primary </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/120209945">Newburgh violent crime stats stable </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/120209947">Year-over-year crime dips in Kingston </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/202030379">Middletown tackling a 2011 rise in violent crime </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/NEWS/202030376">Occupy Wall Street movement hits Orange County</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/COMM011101/202030319/-1/NEWS">State proposes meeting on maternity ward closing</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/COMM011101/202030311/-1/NEWS">County planning commissioner optimistic about plan for whitewater park</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120203/OPINION/202030303">editorial: Add more elections, turn off more voters</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>NYS Public Radio</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/comptroller-paints-bleak-picture-states-economy">Karen DeWitt: Comptroller Paints Bleak Picture of State's Economy </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nypd-memo-spy-shiite-muslims-article-1.1016383">NYPD memo: Spy on Shiite Muslims</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/bloomberg-donate-250k-planned-parenthood-article-1.1016157">Bloomberg to donate $250k to Planned Parenthood </a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/manhattan-bp-scott-stringer-proposes-fund-struggling-businesses-article-1.1016243">Manhattan BP Scott Stringer proposes fund to help struggling businesses </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/police-commissioner-raymond-kelly-tells-watched-doctors-remove-bullet-officer-kevin-brennan-head-article-1.1016372">Mike Lupica: Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly tells how he watched doctors remove bullet from Officer Kevin Brennan's head </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/mayor-bloomberg-breast-defense-250-000-gift-article-1.1016374">Mayor Bloomberg's breast defense is $250,000 gift </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/ellen-biben-prosecutor-close-gov-cuomo-named-chief-joint-commission-public-ethics-article-1.1016347">Ellen Biben, prosecutor close to Gov. Cuomo, is named chief of Joint Commission on Public Ethics </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mayor-bloomberg-calls-pension-system-ticking-time-bomb-costs-6-times-10-years-article-1.1016126">Mayor Bloomberg calls pension system ‘ticking time bomb’ that costs 6 times more than 10 years ago </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/mta-picks-best-app-alleviate-subway-headaches-article-1.1016021">MTA picks best app to alleviate your subway headaches </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://bestplaces.nydailynews.com/stories/prices-manhattan-apartments-surge-80-10-years">Prices of Manhattan apartments surge 80% in 10 years</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/unions-lobby-state-closing-plans-kingsboro-psychiatric-center-article-1.1016237">Unions lobby, but state goes forward with closing plans for Kingsboro Psychiatric Center </a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/nypd-blind-threat-york-terrorism-iran-article-1.1016282">editorial: NYPD is not blind to the threat to New York of terrorism from Iran</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/york-economy-making-a-slow-recovery-great-recession-article-1.1016280">editorial: New York’s economy is making a very slow recovery from the Great Recession </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/save-n-y-teens-retire-juvenile-jails-article-1.1016256">Rev. Al Sharpton: To save N.Y. teens, retire juvenile jails </a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/pensions_to_cost_city_more_than_dRuhlXwrVXgKKBgh6AO1BM">Pensions to cost city more than pay: Mayor Bloomberg</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/aid_and_comfort_HqsfDyuN8CEdct7619uJiI">editorial: Aid and Comfort</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/wing_and_prayer_budget_naWaK4HfMohCXqql56V7uI">editorial: Wing-and-Prayer Budget</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/six_years_of_gloom_FT17uHlq2hX1QxkLKTnHeM">Nicole Gelinas: Six Years of Gloom</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mike_laps_komen_PGMB1jXFFZ0R16xW8SDJ5L">Mike $laps Komen</a> (Healthcare, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/queens/cuny_law_shielding_bad_grads_from_L4qrDc7XiUfTKqJLoJQCGN">CUNY Law shielding bad grads from bar</a> (Education, Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/zoning-proposal-on-upper-west-side-could-reshape-commerce.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Retail Limits in Plan for the Upper West Side</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/mayor-bloombergs-budget-avoids-tax-rises-or-broad-layoffs.html?ref=nyregion">As Fiscal Cloud Lifts, Mayor Offers a Budget Free of Tax Increases or Broad Layoffs</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/tickets-are-partners-of-taxes-in-city-budget.html?ref=nyregion">In City Finances, a Subtle Star, Uncredited</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/unarmed-teenager-fatally-shot-by-officer-chasing-him.html?ref=nyregion">Officer Fatally Shoots Teenager in Bronx</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/nyregion/churches-push-for-law-allowing-them-to-remain-in-public-schools.html?ref=nyregion">Albany Is Urged to Let Churches Keep Using Schools</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/03/opinion/rochesters-survival-lessons.html?ref=opinion">Duncan T. Moore: No Rust in Rochester</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/compost-facilities-eyed-after-water-tests-1.3500679">Compost facilities eyed after water tests</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/lirr-commuter-council-backs-tax-benefit-1.3499289">LIRR Commuter Council backs tax benefit</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/brookhaven-oks-lafountaine-rebuilding-plan-1.3497311">Brookhaven OKs LaFountaine rebuilding plan</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/li-schools-opting-out-of-race-to-the-top-1.3497224">LI schools opting out of Race to the Top</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/dan-janison/cuomo-guv-s-office-plans-no-power-grab-1.3500640">Dan Janison: Cuomo: Guv's office plans no power grab</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/schools-chief-optimistic-on-teacher-evals-1.3499044">Schools chief optimistic on teacher evals</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/suffolk-cops-stress-intelligence-gathering-1.3499282">Suffolk cops stress intelligence gathering</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/1-2m-to-fund-hempstead-street-youth-programs-1.3498648">$1.2M to fund Hempstead street, youth programs</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/parking-sensor-system-disappoints-village-1.3500197">Parking sensor system disappoints village</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/islip-updating-housing-discrimination-law-1.3500460">Islip updating housing discrimination law</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/lawmaker-east-end-redistrict-plan-flawed-1.3500682">Lawmaker: East End redistrict plan flawed</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/corrections/memo-pension-reform-would-cost-millions-1.3500174">Memo: Pension reform would cost millions</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/cuomo-belmont-casino-doesn-t-make-sense-1.3500493">Cuomo: Belmont casino doesn't 'make sense'</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/john-jeansonne/on-politicians-and-super-bowl-wagers-1.3497877">On politicians and Super Bowl wagers</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/regulate-gambling-properly-in-new-york-state-1.3500251">editorial: Regulate gambling properly in New York State</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/don-t-put-off-double-tracks-for-hicksville-ronkonkoma-line-on-lirr-1.3500394">editorial: Don't put off double tracks for Hicksville-Ronkonkoma line on LIRR</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/oped/mcmahon-ny-s-still-too-business-unfriendly-1.3496985">E.J. McMahon: NY's still too business-unfriendly</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneida Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29d3137d5fd226250758.txt">Matt Driscoll holding New York budget Q&A Feb. 3 in Cazenovia</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f289b9f45f21865231340.txt">Oneida no longer co-sponsoring events, common council decides</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/opinion/x1023473873/More-needs-to-be-done-to-aid-vets-with-PTSD">editorial: More needs to be done to aid vets with PTSD</a> (Federal Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1023473863/Many-agencies-working-together-on-waterway-remediation">Many agencies working together on waterway remediation</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1023473853/Powerful-savings-for-now">Powerful savings for now</a> (Business/Economy, Energy)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1023473841/City-approves-surcharge-for-dam-repairs">City approves surcharge for dam repairs</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1023473837/Of-Interest-Feb-3-2012">Of Interest: Feb. 3, 2012</a> (Education, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/dennis-walcott-doesnt-buy-into-criticism-of-school-closures/">Dennis Walcott Doesn’t ‘Buy Into’ Criticism of School Closures </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/field-for-diana-reynas-council-seat-grows/">Field for Diana Reyna’s Council Seat Grows </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/mayor-bloomberg-touts-balanced-budget-while-warning-of-ticking-time-bomb-in-pension-fund/">Mayor Bloomberg Touts Balanced Budget While Warning Of ‘Ticking Time Bomb’ In Pension Fund </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/02/green-bureaucracy-in-two-years-city-has-passed-25-percent-of-its-sustainable-building-bills/">Green Bureaucracy: In Two Years, City Has Passed 25 Percent of Its Sustainable Building Bills </a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/2013-contenders-mostly-disapprove-of-mayor-bloombergs-budget/">2013 Contenders (Mostly) Disapprove of Mayor Bloomberg’s Budget </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/mayor-bloomberg-to-give-250000-to-planned-parenthood-in-wake-of-komen-controversy/">Mayor Bloomberg to Give $250,000 to Planned Parenthood in Wake of Komen Controversy </a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/02/lets-make-informed-guesses-on-which-senators-and-congressmen-want-komen-foundation-money-back-into-planned-parenthood/">Let’s Make Informed Guesses On Which Senators and Congressmen Want Komen Foundation Money Back Into Planned Parenthood </a> (Healthcare, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/lew-fidlers-fantasy-sports-history/">Lew Fidler’s Fantasy Sports History</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.betabeat.com/2012/02/02/manhattan-president-trumpets-twitter-tumblr-announces-uptown-incubator/">Manhattan President Trumpets Twitter, Tumblr; Announces Uptown Incubator </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/in-state-of-the-borough-stringer-to-side-with-the-99/">In State of the Borough, Stringer To Side With The 99% </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/markowitz-pitches-coney-island-boardwalk-empire/">Markowitz Pitches ‘Coney Island Boardwalk Empire’ </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/bloombergs-best-celeb-moments/">Bloomberg’s Best Celeb Moments </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/rangel-women-minorities-take-govt-jobs-because-private-sector-is-racist-video/">Rangel: Women, Minorities Take Gov’t Jobs Because Private Sector Is Racist [Video] </a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/02/melissa-mark-viveritos-comms-director-could-be-planning-council-run/">Melissa Mark-Viverito’s Comms Director Could Be Planning Council Run </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120203/NEWS01/302020005/Protecting-infants-Cocoon-vaccinations-urged">Protecting infants: 'Cocoon' vaccinations urged</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120203/NEWS01/302040007/Kingston-mayor-name-business-council">Kingston mayor to name business council</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/120202016/Alexander-has-20-587-Hayworth-challenge">Alexander has $20,587 for Hayworth challenge</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120203/OPINION01/302030021/Judges-need-viable-back-up-plans?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">editorial: Judges need viable back-up plans</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120203/NEWS01/202030323/Rochester-computer-system-unpaid-bills?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">More bills going unpaid as city upgrade computer woes continue</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120203/NEWS01/202030319/Occupy-Rochester-NYCLU?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Occupy Rochester, NYCLU don't like police checks in Washington Square Park</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120203/OPINION04/302030016/Kodak-Theatre-Hollywood-bankruptcy">editorial: Kodak doing poor job of managing image during bankruptcy</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Rome Sentinel</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120202-142301">Regional developers map next round</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120202-142259">Governor’s vision for NY outlined by Commissioner Destito</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/03/0203_rape/">Yates Village youth director faces rape charge</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/03/0203_flood/">Irene: Schoharie flood recovery effort receives $500,000 boost</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/03/0203_sccc/">SCCC president in running to lead college in Maryland</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/03/0203_ambulance/">Fees to increase for Saratoga Springs fire department ambulance</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/03/203_prnirt/">editorial: Two primaries plenty for New York</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Spin Cycle (Newsday)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/guv-s-super-line-likes-jints-by-a-td-and-extra-point-1.3500543">Guv's Super line: Likes Jints -- by a TD and extra point</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/cuomo-contests-expanding-power-premise-1.3500461">Cuomo contests 'expanding power' premise</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/cuomo-appointee-to-police-cuomo-administration-legislature-1.3499445">Cuomo appointee to police Cuomo administration, legislature</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/schumer-told-his-criticism-of-super-pacs-drew-laughs-1.3498935">Schumer told his criticism of super PACs drew laughs</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>State of Politics (Liz Benjamin)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/61273/">GOP Support For Rep. Israel’s Tea Party Opponent</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/silver-on-biben-what-a-great-pick/">Silver On Biben: What A Great Pick</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/biben-officially/">Biben, Officially</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/source-cuomo-admin-campaigned-for-biben-to-run-jcope/">Source: Cuomo Admin ‘Campaigned’ For Biben To Run JCOPE (Updatedx3)</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/redistricting-lawsuit-plaintiffs-are-dem-contributors/">Redistricting Lawsuit Plaintiffs Are Dem Contributors</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/spitzer-debates-tax-policy-with-sen-defrancisco/">Spitzer Debates Tax Policy With Sen. DeFrancisco</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/state-recovers-46-of-jobs-lost-during-recession/">State Recovers 46% Of Jobs Lost During Recession</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/new-paltz-school-board-opposes-latfor-lines/">New Paltz School Board Opposes LATFOR Lines (Updated)</a> (Education, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/bloombergs_687b_budget_seems_g.html">Bloomberg's $68.7B budget seems geared to please, but Staten Island Council trio wary</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/anonymous_hackers_shut_down_sy.html">'Anonymous' hackers shut down Syracuse police website</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/rep_ann_marie_buerkle_clashes.html">Rep. Ann Marie Buerkle clashes with Attorney General Eric Holder, renews call for his resignation</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/oswego_native_seeks_gop_nomina.html">Oswego native seeks GOP nomination for Congressional seat </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/still_occupying_new_city_polic.html">editorial: Still Occupying: New city policy allows vigil to continue, if desired </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b3fc1ef997709741633.txt">Ballston Avenue traffic fix on the way (with video)</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b429bc561e739842121.txt">Saratoga Springs City Council sets temporary EMS rates: New fire department service ready to roll today</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b421b824c7767810581.txt">Seeing red at going green: Ballston Town Board weighs moratorium on pole-mounted solar panels</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/03/news/doc4f2b4aeceaf9e759744440.txt">Wilton Town Board: Councilman Lant proposes $5,000 cut to council salaries</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Tonawanda News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x2009899084/State-law-would-require-more-DNA">State law would require more DNA</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x2053729964/-Move-Over-law-strongly-enforced"> tar jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-02:21281 2012-02-02T09:10:00Z 2012-02-02T12:34:40Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/nyregion/for-speaker-quinn-mayor-race-will-test-alliance-with-lobbyist.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Quinn’s Friendship With Lobbyist May Pose Test in Mayor Bid</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/cuomo-asks-counties-help-passing-pension-reform">Karen DeWitt: Cuomo Asks Counties for Help Passing Pension Reform </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010019/State-funding-urged-foreclosure-prevention-group">State funding urged for foreclosure prevention group</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/50-000-state-workers-still-without-a-contract-2932992.php">50,000 state workers still without a contract</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mta-paid-105-million-fees-state-2006-issuing-bonds-borrow-money-article-1.1015573">MTA paid $105 million in fees to the state since 2006 for issuing bonds to borrow money </a> (Business/Economy, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/uncle_andy_in_the_battle_of_albany_wGZVr2udoQM3DGrJgBu4FL">Uncle Andy in the ‘battle of Albany’</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/nyregion/for-speaker-quinn-mayor-race-will-test-alliance-with-lobbyist.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Quinn’s Friendship With Lobbyist May Pose Test in Mayor Bid</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/cuomo-asks-counties-help-passing-pension-reform">Karen DeWitt: Cuomo Asks Counties for Help Passing Pension Reform </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010019/State-funding-urged-foreclosure-prevention-group">State funding urged for foreclosure prevention group</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/50-000-state-workers-still-without-a-contract-2932992.php">50,000 state workers still without a contract</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mta-paid-105-million-fees-state-2006-issuing-bonds-borrow-money-article-1.1015573">MTA paid $105 million in fees to the state since 2006 for issuing bonds to borrow money </a> (Business/Economy, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/uncle_andy_in_the_battle_of_albany_wGZVr2udoQM3DGrJgBu4FL">Uncle Andy in the ‘battle of Albany’</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Adirondack Daily Enterprise</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529069/Village-Republicans-pick-Branch--newcomer-Gillis.html?nav=5008">Village Republicans pick Branch, newcomer Gillis</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529070/Environmental-groups-fight-hunting-cabin-plan.html?nav=5008">Environmental groups fight hunting cabin plan</a> (Business/Economy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529071/North-Country-state-lawmakers-scoff-at-raises.html?nav=5008">North Country state lawmakers scoff at raises</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529072/Owens--war-chest-bigger-than-Doheny-s--so-far.html?nav=5008">Owens’ war chest bigger than Doheny’s, so far</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529073/Gov--praises-Senate-passage-of-DNA-databank-expansion.html?nav=5008">Gov. praises Senate passage of DNA databank expansion</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529078/Essex-County-interested-in-flood-recovery-grants.html?nav=5008">Essex County interested in flood recovery grants</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Defense-in-ballot-trial-calls-case-a-charade-2927079.php">Defense in ballot trial calls case a 'charade' </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Sewers-to-unlock-town-s-potential-2927074.php">Sewers to unlock town's potential</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/50-000-state-workers-still-without-a-contract-2932992.php">50,000 state workers still without a contract</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/70M-in-remedial-work-for-unprepared-students-2932210.php">$70M in remedial work for unprepared students saps SUNY budget </a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Three-state-primary-dates-cost-45M-each-2932177.php">Three state primary dates cost $45M each</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/business/article/Power-plant-bill-for-cleanup-top-in-state-2927171.php">Power plant bill for cleanup top in state </a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/business/article/Relief-is-explored-for-fraud-victims-2927170.php">Relief is explored for fraud victims</a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/business/article/Pataki-tours-impressive-Fab-8-2927169.php">Pataki tours 'impressive' Fab 8</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/a-state-park-and-then-some/17713/">editorial: A state park, and then some</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/High-court-goes-high-tech-2928451.php">Kathrina Szyborski: High court goes high-tech</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Turn-the-minimum-wage-into-a-living-wage-2928436.php">Susan Weber: Turn the minimum wage into a living wage </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Watch (Gannett)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/alliance-for-quality-education-wants-more-aid-for-needy-schools/">Alliance for Quality Education wants more aid for needy schools </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/dinapoli-calls-for-greater-safety-of-nuclear-facilities/">DiNapoli Calls For Greater Safety of Nuclear Facilities </a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/maggie-brooks-says-she-wont-run-against-gillibrand/">Maggie Brooks Says She Won’t Run Against Gillibrand </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/cuomo-urges-counties-i-need-you/">Cuomo Urges Counties: “I Need You” </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/silver-minimum-wage-hike-spurs-economy-libous-no-it-doesnt/">Silver: Minimum wage hike spurs economy; Libous: No it doesn’t </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/cuomo-no-one-benefits-from-three-primaries/">Cuomo: No One Benefits From Three Primaries </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/nyserda-state-should-invest-in-solar-power/">NYSERDA: State should invest in solar power </a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/higher-education-focus-of-state-budget-hearing/">Watch live: State budget hearing on higher education </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/02/01/icymi-pba-of-nys-ratifies-labor-deal/">ICYMI: PBA of NYS ratifies labor deal </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_TEACHER_EVALUATIONS_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">NY teachers union ads call for local evaluations </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_DOMESTIC_ABUSE_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">Schumer seeks tougher domestic violence law </a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_NY_CONSTITUTION_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">Constitutional change group hits the road </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_PENSION_REFORM_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">NY Gov. Cuomo's pension reform idea gets support </a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ce4017932998481701.txt">Cuomo amps up pressure on teachers, Legislature</a> (Education, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/city-to-bring-back-ethics-board/article_87cb6942-4d53-11e1-bf0b-0019bb2963f4.html">City to bring back ethics board</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/party-leader-criticizes-county/article_95a88720-4d53-11e1-bf0e-0019bb2963f4.html">Party leader criticizes county</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/editorial/our-view-new-state-ethics-panel-starts-slowly/article_af9c7950-4d32-11e1-a4e7-0019bb2963f4.html">editorial: New state ethics panel starts slowly</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/columnists/guy-cosentino-deal-in-works-on-district-maps/article_65c01fbe-4c6d-11e1-977e-0019bb2963f4.html">Guy Cosentino: Deal in works on district maps? </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_632d916e-4d53-11e1-9631-001871e3ce6c.html">Doctor treating 10 Le Roy students says media saturation not helping</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_b157c30e-4d54-11e1-b641-001871e3ce6c.html">Oak Orchard group envisions park setting near closed bridge</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_a220b0f7-aedc-574c-8f41-3bef6644f1b0.html">Hawley offers view of Le Roy mystery illnesses</a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/opinion/editorials/article_1b3b89f8-4ce8-11e1-8a6f-001871e3ce6c.html">editorial: Primary problems</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/top_stories/x948611940/DEC-No-plans-to-remove-monitor">DEC: No plans to remove monitor</a> (Environment, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010357/Estimated-storm-damage-close-1-billion?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Estimated storm damage close to $1 billion</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120202/VIEWPOINTS02/202020304/Guest-Viewpoint-State-should-heed-Hinchey-s-lessons-environment?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Donald McKinley Allen: State should heed Hinchey's lessons on environment</a> (Environment, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x370663920/Marcus-Whitman-voters-OK-bus-purchases">Marcus Whitman voters OK bus purchases</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x1622352815/Dog-breeding-facility-approved-in-Gorham">Dog breeding facility approved in Gorham</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/opinions/x2139491158/BENJAMIN-WACHS-Change-means-revenue-reform">Benjamin Wachs: Change means revenue, reform</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Capitol Confidential</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111999/tonko-on-d-c-arrest-of-gasland-director/">Tonko on D.C. arrest of ‘Gasland’ director</a> (Energy, Environment, Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111994/hoping-for-some-cold/">Hoping for some cold</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111992/dormitory-authority-takes-a-ratings-hit/">Dormitory Authority takes a ratings hit</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111969/with-medicaid-proposal-counties-do-softer-dance/">With Medicaid proposal, counties do softer dance</a> (Healthcare, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111945/video-cuomo-qa-on-minimum-wage-primary-date-more/">Video: Cuomo Q&A on minimum wage, primary date, more</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111892/csea-takes-to-the-air-to-attack-cuomo-budget/">CSEA takes to the air to attack Cuomo budget</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111855/parks-and-rec-to-restack/">Parks and Rec to ‘restack’</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111843/gordon-to-albany-med/">Gordon to Albany Med</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111803/krueger-backs-fidler-to-replace-kruger-no-e/">Krueger backs Fidler to replace Kruger (no e)</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Catskill Daily Mail</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f2a2977a1909999249540.txt">Greene borrows $20 million</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f2a29e1ae368901760801.txt">Online Chinese for first student</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f2a2ae487998937874346.txt">Rift leaves Planned Parenthood in a lurch</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/02/opinion/editorials/doc4f2a289998229774616663.txt">editorial: An early spring?</a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>City Room (NY Times)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/officers-pulled-off-street-after-tape-of-beating-surfaces/?ref=nyregion">Officers Pulled Off Street After Video of Beating Surfaces</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Corning Leader</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/features/x715341763/Work-on-drain-pipe-under-way-near-I-86">Work on drain pipe under way near I-86</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Daily Politics</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/sources-cuomo-sends-schneiderman-to-the-sidelines-on-primary-date-dispute-upda">Sources: Cuomo Sends Schneiderman To The Sidelines On Primary Date Dispute (UPDATE)</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/assembly-dems-hail-fidler-on-floor-of-chamber">Assembly Dems Hail Fidler On Floor Of Chamber</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/cuomo-planning-super-party-in-nyc-sunday">Cuomo Planning Super Party in NYC Sunday</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/cuomo-says-new-york-must-resolve-election-uncertainty">Cuomo Says New York Must Resolve Election Uncertainty</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/beset-by-demand-nyc-welfare-agency-expands">Beset By Demand, NYC Welfare Agency Expands</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/02/ex-rep-anthony-weiner-spent-13000-to-send-private-investigators-on-twitter-foo">Ex-Rep. Anthony Weiner Spent +$13,000 To Send Private Investigators On Twitter Fool's Errand</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568167/Another-decision-for-Frey.html?nav=5047">Another decision for Frey</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568168/School-and-municipal-boards-subject-to-new-open-meeting-laws.html?nav=5047">School and municipal boards subject to new open meeting laws</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568169/Negotiations-with-CSEA-moving-to-mediation.html?nav=5047">Negotiations with CSEA moving to mediation</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568170/Federal-bill-only-brings-more-questions-about-county-airport.html?nav=5047">Federal bill only brings more questions about county airport</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568150/Chautauqua-County-Greenway-Plan-available-for-public-review-and-comment.html?nav=5007">Chautauqua County Greenway Plan available for public review and comment</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568151/Jamestown-City-Council-agrees-to-look-into-police-consolidation.html?nav=5007">Jamestown City Council agrees to look into police consolidation</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568118/Forestville-residents-seek-more-transparency-from-their-village.html?nav=5007">Forestville residents seek more transparency from their village</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010350/City-gets-early-start-portage?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">City gets early start on portage</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310370/Elmira-pursues-flood-map-fight?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Elmira pursues flood map fight</a> (Environment, Federal Government, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010397/U-E-district-outlines-potential-cuts?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">U-E district outlines potential cuts</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010372/City-County-Watch-Ithaca-mayor-pledges-support-same-sex-marriage?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">City-County Watch: Ithaca mayor pledges support for same-sex marriage</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010374/Broome-County-leaders-plan-meeting-Binghamton-Zoo-officials?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Broome County leaders plan meeting with Binghamton Zoo officials</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_a34dc710-4ce9-11e1-b76b-0019bb2963f4.html">Western Finger Lakes Solid Waste Management Authority to close</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_111d64fe-4ce9-11e1-b870-0019bb2963f4.html">Voters OK Romulus project</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_d67bc6a6-4ce8-11e1-a59f-0019bb2963f4.html">IDA to vote on Bill Cram renovation incentive package</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_f4b08f68-4ce7-11e1-ad41-001871e3ce6c.html">Sodus to receive $1.3M for water project</a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_29965e7e-4ce8-11e1-be84-001871e3ce6c.html">City seeking bank to handle accounts</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/302010035/Cuomo-s-flat-SUNY-funding-faulted">Cuomo's flat SUNY funding faulted</a> (Business/Economy, Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010019/State-funding-urged-foreclosure-prevention-group">State funding urged for foreclosure prevention group</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010334/Groups-lawmakers-warn-against-cuts-foreclosure-prevention-aid?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Groups, lawmakers warn against cuts to foreclosure-prevention aid</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020306/Kathy-Hochul-campaign-funds?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Kathy Hochul's funds top peers'</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020303/Maggie-Brooks-won-t-challenge-Kirsten-Gillibrand-Senate-seat">Maggie Brooks won't challenge Kirsten Gillibrand for Senate seat</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120201/BUSINESS/302010032/New-York-State-solar-energy?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Business">New York state study sees hope in solar energy, but little savings certainty</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/NEWS02/302020070/GOP-House-freshmen-Hayworth-Gibson-stash-cash-surpass-potential-rivals-fundraising">GOP House freshmen Hayworth, Gibson stash cash, surpass potential rivals with fundraising</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>GateHouse News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/news/x715341568/Frankfort-Schuyler-facing-828-162-gap-as-work-begins-on-budget">Frankfort-Schuyler facing $828,162 gap as work begins on budget</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/lake-george-sewer-work-late-village-facing-more-fines/article_d4fb07cc-4d2b-11e1-bb4f-001871e3ce6c.html">Lake George sewer work late, village facing more fines </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/changes-made-to-warren-county-business-loan-programs/article_8384c8c8-4d2c-11e1-9f9c-001871e3ce6c.html">Changes made to Warren County business loan programs </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/saw-increase-in-parking-tickets-issued-in-glens-falls/article_65d74dee-4d24-11e1-b2ec-001871e3ce6c.html">2011 saw increase in parking tickets issued in Glens Falls </a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/mabb-will-be-unopposed-for-hudson-falls-judge-job/article_4b5ee128-4d21-11e1-a596-001871e3ce6c.html">Mabb will be unopposed for Hudson Falls judge job </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/snowfall-and-public-works-spending-don-t-always-align/article_042a935a-4d22-11e1-aa14-0019bb2963f4.html">Snowfall and public works spending don't always align </a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/after-vp-searches-suny-adirondack-picks-one-of-its-own/article_4d1938fe-4d1e-11e1-9b12-001871e3ce6c.html">After VP searches, SUNY Adirondack picks one of its own </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544241/School-hasn-t-extended-job-offer.html?nav=5011">School hasn’t extended job offer</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544242/County-seeking-state-funds-for-efficiency-study.html?nav=5011">County seeking state funds for efficiency study</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544246/County-panel-supports-carbon-credit-contract.html?nav=5011">County panel supports carbon-credit contract</a> (Energy, Environment, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x1622352684/Purucker-sworn-into-Hornell-police-force">Purucker sworn into Hornell police force</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS10/202010367/Cuomo-county-leaders-need-you-?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Cuomo to county leaders: "I need you"</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010372/City-County-Watch-Ithaca-mayor-pledges-support-same-sex-marriage?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|News|s">City-County Watch: Ithaca mayor pledges support for same-sex marriage</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598377/CSEA--County-Hit-Wall.html?nav=5192">CSEA, County Hit Wall</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598379/Schumer-Backs-Anti-Violence-Bill.html?nav=5192">Schumer Backs Anti-Violence Bill</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598339/Tied-Up.html?nav=5192">Tree Lands On Power Lines Causing Traffic Diversion</a> (Environment, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598351/Circling-For-A-Landing.html?nav=5192">FAA Bill Comes Out Of Committee; Higgins Supports Air Service Program</a> (Federal Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598352/Salamanca-Asks-State-For-More-Help.html?nav=5192">Salamanca Asks State For More Help</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598384/City-Nonprofits-Have-Paperwork-Mixup.html?nav=5057">City Nonprofits Have Paperwork Mixup</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598385/Busti-Extends-Application-Period-To-Fill-Vacancy-On-Council.html?nav=5057">Busti Extends Application Period To Fill Vacancy On Council</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598386/Airport-Bill-Brings-Questions.html?nav=5057">Airport Bill Brings Questions</a> (Federal Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598380/New-Open-Meeting-Law-Benefits-Public.html?nav=5010">editorial: New Open Meeting Law Benefits Public</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/NEWS02/302020048/Valhalla-will-fight-1-9-million-court-ruling-repay-Greenburgh-schools-funds">Valhalla will fight $1.9 million court ruling to repay Greenburgh for schools funds</a> (Business/Economy, Education, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/NEWS02/302020069/Historic-Lyndhurst-Tarrytown-plans-upgrades-events-amid-financial-woes?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Historic Lyndhurst in Tarrytown plans upgrades, events amid financial woes</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/NEWS02/302010093/Yonkers-Mayor-Spano-takes-40-cars-back-from-city-employees?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Yonkers Mayor Spano takes 40 cars back from city employees</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/NEWS02/302010089/Feds-Indian-Point-must-revamp-fire-systems?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Feds: Indian Point must revamp fire systems</a> (Energy, Environment, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS/302010092/Mount-Kisco-hospital-gets-250K-grant-ceremony-tomorrow">Mount Kisco hospital gets $250K grant, ceremony tomorrow</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/OPINION01/302020032/Editorial-Komen-Cure-decision-grave-injustice-women">editorial: Komen for the Cure decision is grave injustice to women</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120202/OPINION/302020031/Editorial-Spotlight-Experts-dissect-proposed-New-York-fracking-rules">editorial: Experts dissect proposed New York fracking rules</a> (Energy, Environment, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ddd7902c8279335716.txt">Precision Flow Technologies, another Ulster firm lay off workers (video)</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29f55ebd0e9574166460.txt">Ulster County executive considers run for Congress</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29eda6760cb969987980.txt">Study focuses on Upper Esopus Creek's trout population</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29db47f20ad469757069.txt">Study suggests effects of leaks in Wawarsing from NYC aqueduct are extensive (with report)</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ee510dae8727970234.txt">Kingston public works chief may request new garbage trucks (video)</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ef13e1687724826352.txt">Ulster County exec wants management payouts limited</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29e9a58ef69021252085.txt">Ulster plans hearing today on TechCity zoning change</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29dc683f759439254456.txt">Kingston Land Trust has new board of directors (with bios)</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29e8ea26aa4781157800.txt">Ulster charter revision panel examines comptroller's duties</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ea27703a2285878606.txt">New Paltz board considers police commission's role</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29eb30eaba7646023964.txt">New Ulster law allows for reduced assessments due to storm damage</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29fe3da65fb335341303.txt">Kingston school board defends iPad purchases</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29f32b43341176179465.txt">Greene will borrow $20M for storm repairs, pending aid</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29f96301ef3342338615.txt">New Paltz school budget may require tax cap override</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Legislative Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-02-01-81278.113122-Assembly-votes-to-give-pharmacists-more-access-to-patient-records.html">Assembly votes to give pharmacists more access to patient records</a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-02-01-81277.113122-AQE-Too-much-focus-on-competitive-school-grants.html">AQE: Too much focus on competitive school grants</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Lockport Union Sun & Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x1760419230/Speakers-address-SPCA-contract">Speakers address SPCA contract</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x1500479665/Liberty-Tire-cited-for-multiple-violations">Liberty Tire cited for 'multiple' violations</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120202/DCO01/702029905">Potsdam Fire turns to village for help with space issues</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120202/DCO01/702029911">BMCS faces $2.25 million budget deficit for 2012-13</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120202/DCO01/702029927">Home sales up in Jefferson and Lewis counties, down slightly in St. Lawrence</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120202/DCO01/702029939">Waddington presents its community development plan Monday</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120202/DCO01/702029945">Clarkson’s Collins touts business ventures to senators</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120202/DCO01/702029948">NNCS holds final community budget forum</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/NEWS/202020340">Fifth Dem vies for spot to take on Hayworth</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/NEWS/202020330">Chester set for annexation vote</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/NEWS/202020333">Town Justice Thomson of Cornwall dead at 77 </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/NEWS/202020332">Domestic violence bill urged </a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/NEWS/202020331">Grants awarded for flood cleanup </a> (Business/Economy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/BIZ/120209970/-1/NEWS">Pfizer to lay off 71 at plant in Pearl River </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/OPINION/202020312">editorial: Cadets would learn from missing speaker </a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120202/OPINION/202020313">editorial: Mid-Hudson municipalities should revisit the rules affecting solar panels</a> (Energy, Environment, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>NYS Public Radio</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/cuomo-asks-counties-help-passing-pension-reform">Karen DeWitt: Cuomo Asks Counties for Help Passing Pension Reform </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/cuomo-says-three-primaries-less-ideal">Karen DeWitt: Cuomo Says Three Primaries "Less Than Ideal" </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/dennis-walcott-abruptly-ends-meeting-bronx-high-school-angry-students-interrupt-article-1.1015110">Dennis Walcott leaves meeting at Bronx high school after angry students interrupt him </a> (Education, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/queens/proposed-redistricting-lines-target-queens-democrats-article-1.1015570">Proposed redistricting lines target Queens Democrats </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mta-paid-105-million-fees-state-2006-issuing-bonds-borrow-money-article-1.1015573">MTA paid $105 million in fees to the state since 2006 for issuing bonds to borrow money </a> (Business/Economy, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/bronx/co-op-city-board-member-claimed-upstate-home-primary-residence-tax-breaks-investigation-finds-article-1.1014823">Co-op City board member claimed upstate home as primary residence, got tax breaks, investigation finds </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/queens/queens-high-schools-lose-staff-city-plan-article-1.1015548">Eight Queens high schools could lose up to half of their staff under city plan </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/cops-hero-officer-kevin-brennan-live-threat-illegal-guns-article-1.1015649">editorial: Cops like hero Officer Kevin Brennan live with the threat of illegal guns </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/east-side-block-orphaned-senate-gop-gerrymandering-article-1.1015652">editorial: East Side block orphaned by Senate GOP gerrymandering </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/marc-cenedella-a-york-knucklehead-article-1.1015646">editorial: Marc Cenedella is a New York Knucklehead </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/york-finally-raise-minimum-wage-article-1.1015562">editorial: New York must finally raise the minimum wage </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/museum_madness_w0W0d8CoS1S6v54BvFLe8K">editorial: Museum madness</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/king_fateful_choice_0eqg9n7nbV5SXUwP86SsOM">editorial: King’s fateful choice </a> (Education, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/god_was_kind_elRhqhCoVTOO6CdMfZIBvI">editorial: ‘God was kind’</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/the_real_ny_minimum_wage_OHQcJLuj07MGVv4kmd0F6I">Russell Sykes: The Real NY minimum wage</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/divorce_inc_creepy_rise_UCyVM9yQdINQOUggyXKPiP">Karol Markowicz: Divorce Inc.’s creepy rise</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mike_shotgun_formation_G1CkayTi8jWe4xRNcxC6mM">Mike’s shotgun formation</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/uncle_andy_in_the_battle_of_albany_wGZVr2udoQM3DGrJgBu4FL">Uncle Andy in the ‘battle of Albany’</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/transit_union_wins_time_off_for_ufAWjtj0yhAolPWd9O6CTJ">Transit union wins operators time off for subway tragedies </a> (Business/Economy, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/queens/liu_pal_big_fbi_koo_boo_4YURowYqEXeQpS7dVOnkWI">Liu pal’s big FBI Koo-boo</a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/nyregion/for-speaker-quinn-mayor-race-will-test-alliance-with-lobbyist.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Quinn’s Friendship With Lobbyist May Pose Test in Mayor Bid</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/education/new-york-city-high-school-report-backs-smaller-institutions.html?ref=nyregion">With Data Backing Smaller High Schools, City’s Larger Ones Fret Over Their Fate</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/nyregion/indian-point-fire-safety-plan-rejected-by-regulators.html?ref=nyregion">Agency Rejects Indian Point Fire Safety Plan</a> (Energy, Environment, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/02/opinion/separate-public-schools-from-churches.html?ref=nyregion">editorial: Separate Public Schools From Churches</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/nifa-chastises-mangano-for-past-practices-1.3497365">NIFA chastises Mangano for past practices</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/suffolk-pd-to-detail-reorganization-plan-1.3497017">Suffolk PD to detail reorganization plan</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/cuomo-signs-lipa-oversight-bill-1.3496973">Cuomo signs LIPA oversight bill</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/brookhaven-oks-lafountaine-rebuilding-plan-1.3497311">Brookhaven OKs LaFountaine rebuilding plan</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-schools-opting-out-of-race-to-the-top-1.3497224">LI schools opting out of Race to the Top</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/cohen-questioned-about-13-lawyers-layoffs-1.3497363">Cohen questioned about 13 lawyers' layoffs</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/molloy-to-upgrade-village-athletic-fields-1.3497320">Molloy to upgrade village athletic fields</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/state-teachers-ads-target-cuomo-1.3497338">State teachers' ads target Cuomo</a> (Education, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/li-candidates-counting-on-outside-donors-1.3497416">LI candidates counting on outside donors</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/nassau-police-precinct-cuts-make-sense-1.3497092">editorial: Nassau police precinct cuts make sense</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/dumping-a-special-taxing-district-isn-t-easy-1.3497070">editorial: Dumping a special taxing district isn't easy</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneida Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ce21da208946788091.txt">Speed limit reduced on Lenox Avenue in Oneida</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29d3137d5fd226250758.txt">Matt Driscol holding New York budget Q&A Feb. 3 in Cazenovia</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1762610636/Liquor-Authority-suspends-licenses-of-3-local-bars">Liquor Authority suspends licenses of 3 local bars</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1762610632/Schumer-Cyber-stalking-should-be-federal-offense">Schumer: Cyber stalking should be federal offense</a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1762610630/Cooperstown-mayor-announces-he-will-not-seek-re-election">Cooperstown mayor announces he will not seek re-election</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x1762610628/Board-hires-firm-to-help-appraise-MOSA-assets">Board hires firm to help appraise MOSA assets</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/editorials/x1762610640/Area-shocked-at-underage-drinking-Thats-shocking">editorial: Area 'shocked' at underage drinking? That's shocking</a> </li> </ul> <h2>Oswego Palladium-Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.palltimes.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29df908652f311458875.txt">Bill aims to boost programs for domestic violence victims</a> (Federal Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1788767398/Republican-woman-enters-race-for-Congress">Republican woman enters race for Congress</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x1788767374/Of-Interest-Feb-2-2012">Of Interest: Feb. 2, 2012</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0201_editorials/x1930400660/Editorial-Chamber-sets-high-standards">editorial: Chamber sets high standards</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/congressman-grimm-i-never-accepted-illegal-cash-contributions/">Congressman Grimm: ‘I Never Accepted Illegal Cash Contributions’ </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/christine-quinn-i-am-not-kim-morrison/">Christine Quinn: ‘I Am Not Kim Morrison’ </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/eliot-spitzers-money-re-enters-politics/">Eliot Spitzer’s Money Re-Enters Politics </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/the-return-of-vito-fossella/">The Return of Vito Fossella? </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/deceased-senators-campaign-account-still-alive-and-kicking/">Deceased Senator’s Campaign Account Still Alive and Kicking </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/mike-mcmahon-emerges-sort-of/">Mike McMahon Emerges, Sort Of </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/liz-krueger-on-mayoral-fundraising-rumor-i-have-no-idea-where-that-came-from/">Liz Krueger On Mayoral Fundraising Rumor: ‘I Have No Idea Where That Came From’ </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politicker.com/2012/02/01/congressman-who-resigned-after-alleged-male-groping-still-has-wife-on-campaign-payroll/">Congressman Who Resigned After Alleged Male Groping Still Has Wife on Campaign Payroll </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/120201023/Wappingers-hearing-dates-set">Wappingers hearing dates set</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010018/Hyde-Park-bond-back-table-March-20-re-vote">Hyde Park bond back on table for March 20 re-vote</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120202/OPINION05/302020017/Editorial-Twinkies-aren-t-only-culprit?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Opinion">editorial: Twinkies aren't the only culprit</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020305/Le-Roy-tourettes-Erin-Brockovich?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">NIH offers to evaluate Le Roy students for free</a> (Education, Environment, Federal Government, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020304/Robert-Duffy-DNA-databank-Sandra-Doorley?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy, Sandra Doorley want bigger DNA databank</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120202/NEWS01/202020312/Gail-Donofrio-run-state-Supreme-Court">Gail Donofrio to run for state Supreme Court</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120201/BUSINESS/302010027/New-York-consumer-confidence?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Business">New Yorkers more confident about finances</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120202/OPINION04/302020026/Andrew-Cuomo-redistricting-New-York">editorial: Gov. Andrew Cuomo must seek compromise on redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Rome Sentinel</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120201-142231">Ceremonies for 6 as RPD bolsters force</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120201-142111">Health care focus of city’s union talks</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120201-142015">Flu finds very few, so far</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120201-142014">280-employee Midair to bid on acre of hangar at Griffiss</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120201-142041">Sensitive personnel issues before Board of Ed</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/02/0202_lopez/">Redistricting may squeeze Lopez</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/02/0202_dot/">State to keep using Schenectady DOT site </a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/02/0203_edit1/">editorial: DOT leaving Schenectady, but ...</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/02/202_prin/">editorial: NYRA needs to bank profits first</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/02/0202_strock/">Carl Strock: DOT building shouldn’t be empty for long</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Spin Cycle (Newsday)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/cuomo-signs-lipa-oversight-law-1.3496526">Cuomo signs LIPA oversight law</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/for-suffolk-legislature-metal-detectors-to-debut-1.3496508">For Suffolk legislature, metal detectors to debut</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/gasland-filmmaker-cuffed-ejected-from-house-meeting-1.3496221">'Gasland' filmmaker cuffed, ejected from House meeting</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/1st-c-d-demos-urges-rep-bishop-heed-archbishop-1.3496060">1st C.D.: Demos urges Rep. Bishop heed Archbishop</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/mangano-accused-of-party-politics-in-precinct-plan-1.3495957">Mangano accused of party politics in precinct plan</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>State of Politics (Liz Benjamin)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/source-potential-fidler-opponent-will-spend-50k-to-defeat-him/">Source: Potential Fidler Opponent Will Spend $50K To Defeat Him</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/let-the-ad-wars-begin/">Let The Ad Wars Begin</a> (Education, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/dinapoli-calls-for-independent/">DiNapoli Calls For Independent Review Of Nuke Safety</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/rallying-behing-carlucci/">Rallying Behind Carlucci (Updated)</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/what-a-difference-five-years-makes/">What A Difference Five Years Makes</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/uncle-andrew-wants-you/">Uncle Andrew Wants You</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/cuomo-compressed-political-calendar-unhealthy/">Cuomo: Compressed Political Calendar ‘Unhealthy’</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/krueger-on-kruger-poster-child-for-no-bad-apples/">Krueger On Kruger: ‘Poster Child’ For No Bad Apples</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/02/assembly-committee-says-indian-point-can-shut-down/">Assembly Committee Says Indian Point Can Shut Down</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/defiant_staten_island_rep_mich.html">Defiant Staten Island Rep. Michael Grimm predicts voters will return him to office</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/eastshore/index.ssf/2012/02/kin_of_athlete_sues_over_fatal.html">Kin of athlete sues over fatal crash with fire truck in Dongan Hills</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/lure_of_pa_toll_discount_nets.html">Lure of P.A. toll discount nets just 451 Staten Islanders</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/02/victims_on_their_own.html">editorial: Victims, on their own</a> (Healthcare, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/debate_panelists_at_syracuses.html">Debate panelists at Syracuse's Everson Museum defend, or decry, higher taxes for America's richest</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/syracuse_charter_schools_seeks.html">Syracuse charter school seeks state permission to open a school in Utica </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/education_advocay_alliance_say.html">Cuomo's budget comes up way short for Syracuse and other Central New York districts, advocacy alliance says </a> (Business/Economy, Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/tonights_debate_on_taxes_featu.html">Tonight's tax debate between former Gov. Eliot Spitzer, Sen. John DeFrancisco is full</a> (Education, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/state_budget_presentation_late.html">State budget presentation later today in Baldwinsville</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/appellate_court_agrees_j-e_sch.html">Appellate court agrees Jordan-Elbridge School Board violated open meetings law</a> (Education, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/turnaround_what_it_will_take_t.html">editorial: Turnaround: What it will take to protect all of Oswego’s children </a> </li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/another_shot_at_mortgage_fraud.html">editorial: Another shot at mortgage fraudsters</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ed22acf66015469784.txt">Saratoga Springs City Council to meet today to set EMS fee schedule: Fire department may be responding to calls this week</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29ed8c2dab7590144124.txt">Wilton Town Board to take up Ballard Road corridor study</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29eb102b6dc214276304.txt">Former Ballston bookkeeper may sue town and its supervisor for wrongful termination</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/02/news/doc4f29e34d31c0a637574643.txt">Voter testimony continues during voter fraud trial; motions expected</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/02/opinion/doc4f29e1f2d1b15890261565.txt">James V. Franco: Politically correct in Petersburgh</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Utica Observer-Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x370665995/Utica-council-approves-2-2-million-in-borrowing">Utica council approves $2.2 million in borrowing</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1622354790/Shoveling-off-the-savings-Municipalities-spending-less-with-lack-of-snow">Shoveling off the savings: Municipalities spending less with lack of snow</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x132493124/Rome-s-Murphy-recommended-for-county-board-seat">Rome’s Murphy recommended for county board seat</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x715341377/Group-to-Cuomo-Give-250-million-in-grant-money-right-to-schools">Group to Cuomo: Give $250 million in grant money right to schools</a> (Business/Economy, Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x715341367/Schumer-calls-for-tougher-legislation-for-domestic-abuse">Schumer calls for tougher legislation for domestic abuse</a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/opinion/x370666070/Our-view-Include-us-in-state-economic-plans">editorial: Include us in state economic plans</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>WXXI (Rochester)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/can-1-billion-reverse-decade-decline-buffalo">Can $1 Billion Reverse a Decade of Decline in Buffalo?</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Watertown Daily Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120202/NEWS03/702029835/-1/NEWS">Processing facilities planned for north country to help livestock farmers sell meat to retailers</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120202/NEWS03/702029778">Kellie Greene launches congressional bid</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120202/NEWS03/702029782">USDA conservation program now offering grant funding for farming projects</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120202/NEWS03/702029850">Search continues for Parks and Recreation Department team</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="">http://www.watertowndailytimes. jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-02-01:21268 2012-02-01T09:18:00Z 2012-02-01T12:33:02Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/nyregion/bill-to-expand-dna-database-fuels-fight-in-albany.html?ref=nyregion">Albany Bill to Expand DNA Database Fuels a Political Fight</a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/speaker-pushes-minimum-wage-hike-expresses-doubts-about-cuomo-pension-plan">Karen DeWitt: Speaker Pushes Minimum Wage Hike, Expresses Doubts About Cuomo Pension Plan</a> </li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010019/State-funding-urged-foreclosure-prevention-group">State funding urged for foreclosure prevention group</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/JCOPE-Costly-space-not-used-2890410.php">JCOPE: Costly space not used</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/primaries-york-state-ready-vote-early-vote-repeat-article-1.1014750">Three primaries for New York State? Get ready to vote early, vote often - and repeat </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/old_money_CDuSo8K34ubZ4oWCFLtVZM">‘Old’ money</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/nyregion/bill-to-expand-dna-database-fuels-fight-in-albany.html?ref=nyregion">Albany Bill to Expand DNA Database Fuels a Political Fight</a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/speaker-pushes-minimum-wage-hike-expresses-doubts-about-cuomo-pension-plan">Karen DeWitt: Speaker Pushes Minimum Wage Hike, Expresses Doubts About Cuomo Pension Plan</a> </li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010019/State-funding-urged-foreclosure-prevention-group">State funding urged for foreclosure prevention group</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/JCOPE-Costly-space-not-used-2890410.php">JCOPE: Costly space not used</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/primaries-york-state-ready-vote-early-vote-repeat-article-1.1014750">Three primaries for New York State? Get ready to vote early, vote often - and repeat </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/old_money_CDuSo8K34ubZ4oWCFLtVZM">‘Old’ money</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Adirondack Daily Enterprise</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529045/Dems-pick-Rice--Van-Cott.html?nav=5008">Dems pick Rice, Van Cott</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529035/Hassig-plans-Green-Party-run.html?nav=5008">Hassig plans Green Party run</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529036/DOT-says-cracks-in-new-Champlain-Bridge-are-normal--update-.html?nav=5008">DOT says cracks in new Champlain Bridge are normal (update)</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529049/Dorsey-Street-parking-lot-to-close-Thursday-night.html?nav=5047">Dorsey Street parking lot to close Thursday night</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Roads-diverge-over-banned-signs-in-Bethlehem-2889777.php">Roads diverge over banned signs in Bethlehem</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Von-Dell-wins-in-North-Colonie-2889826.php">Von Dell wins in North Colonie</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Former-sheriff-remembered-2881178.php">Former sheriff remembered</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Tenants-Housing-issues-take-toll-2879452.php">Tenants: Housing issues take toll</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Republican-now-a-Democrat-2878929.php">Republican now a Democrat</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Voter-says-he-didn-t-read-the-paperwork-2865323.php">Voter says he didn't read the paperwork</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/DNA-crime-fight-passes-in-Senate-2890517.php">DNA crime fight passes in Senate</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Home-loan-aid-coming-to-end-2890464.php">Home loan aid coming to end</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Milk-beer-and-wine-back-state-s-Super-Bowl-2890418.php">Milk, beer and wine back state's Super Bowl wagers on Giants </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/JCOPE-Costly-space-not-used-2890410.php">JCOPE: Costly space not used</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Group-Teacher-fight-risks-1-7B-2887144.php">Group: Teacher fight risks $1.7B</a> (Education, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/DOT-sending-240-to-Colonie-2878694.php">DOT sending 240 to Colonie</a> (Local Government, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/don%E2%80%99t-play-senate%E2%80%99s-game/17687/">editorial: Don’t play Senate’s game</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/The-price-of-climate-change-2889913.php">Jeffrey D. Corbin: The price of climate change</a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Watch (Gannett)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/mental-health-advocates-want-reinvestment-in-housing-supports/">Mental-health advocates want “reinvestment” in housing, supports </a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/cenedella-wont-run-versus-gillibrand/">Cenedella Won’t Run Versus Gillibrand </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/naacp-to-cuomo-veto-the-lines/">NAACP To Cuomo: Veto The Lines </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/musical-chairs-for-dutchess-county-assembly-seats/">Musical Chairs For Dutchess County Assembly Seats </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/senate-passes-expansion-of-dna-database/">Senate passes expansion of DNA database </a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/non-profits-lawmakers-want-foreclosure-prevention-funds-in-budget/">Non-profits, lawmakers want foreclosure-prevention funds in budget </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/skelos-district-lines-are-fair-and-constitutional/">Skelos: District lines are “fair and constitutional” </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/its-on-super-bowl-bet-between-ny-and-massachusetts/">It’s On: Super Bowl Bet Between NY and Massachusetts </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/31/senate-democrats-to-file-lawsuit-against-63rd-senate-district/">Senate Democrats To File Lawsuit Against 63rd Senate District</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NY_PARKS_TRAILS_GRANTS_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">11 NY groups splitting $18K in parks-trails grants </a> (Business/Economy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046577/Gillibrand-gears-up-for-second-campaign">Gillibrand gears up for second campaign</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/local-leaders-back-dna-proposal/article_4e39f4d4-4c84-11e1-8f75-0019bb2963f4.html">Local leaders back DNA proposal</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/ira-county-sharing-salt-shed/article_5af5a01a-4c84-11e1-8c41-0019bb2963f4.html">Ira, county sharing salt shed</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/editorial/our-view-expand-dna-database-with-care/article_75ed81a6-4c6d-11e1-b5d8-0019bb2963f4.html">editorial: Expand DNA database with care</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310347/Binghamton-zoo-s-leadership-faulted-meeting?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Binghamton zoo's leadership faulted at meeting</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/120131015/Marinich-hold-open-meetings?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|p">Marinich to hold open meetings</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x715339026/Canandaigua-business-owners-unhappy-with-streetscape-delay">Canandaigua business owners unhappy with streetscape delay</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x132489153/Debra-Giusti-former-Victor-village-clerk-fondly-remembered">Debra Giusti, former Victor village clerk, fondly remembered</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x1622350319/Gillibrand-Make-Congress-insider-trading-illegal">Gillibrand: Make Congress insider trading illegal</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/opinions/x132490830/MATT-SCHAERTL-Driver-ed-pays-for-itself">Matt Schaertl: Driver ed pays for itself</a> (Education, State Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Capitol Confidential</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111580/dot-region-1-hq-will-leave-schenectady/">DOT Region 1 HQ will leave Schenectady</a> (Local Government, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111652/pba-of-nys-approves-contract/">PBA of NYS approves contract</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111611/cenedlla-is-out-of-gop-senate-contention/">Cenedella is out of GOP Senate contention</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111534/advocates-close-the-loopholes-please/">Advocates: Close the loopholes please</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111529/shorenstein-to-att/">Shorenstein to AT&T</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111482/skelos-outlines-the-dangers-of-june/">Skelos outlines the dangers of June</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111479/grandeau-to-jcope-want-my-name-visit-my-website/">Grandeau to JCOPE: Want my name? Visit my website</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111452/dilan-others-file-lawsuit-over-63rd-district/">Dilan, others, file lawsuit over 63rd district</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111453/cuomo-patrick-announce-super-bowl-wager/">Cuomo, Patrick announce Super Bowl wager</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Catskill Daily Mail</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28dd89c0f26804589215.txt">County mulls lawsuit on redistricting</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28de014bb4d519558940.txt">Republicans take 5 ballots to select Dushane, Chewens</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28df2537366937070467.txt">Water main break interrupts service to Catskill neighborhood</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28df903ac1c716699217.txt">C-A kicks off budget process</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>City Limits</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.citylimits.org/news/articles/4518/as-city-plants-trees-benefits-and-some-burdens-grow">As City Plants Trees, Benefits—and Some Burdens—Grow </a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>City Room (NY Times)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/31/assembly-investigating-transportation-group/?ref=nyregion">Assembly Investigating Transportation Group</a> (Local Government, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/31/model-in-anti-obesity-ad-criticizes-the-campaign/?ref=nyregion">Model in Anti-Obesity Ad Criticizes the Campaign</a> (Healthcare, Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Corning Leader</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/features/x715338855/Painted-Post-water-deal-moves-forward">Painted Post water deal moves forward</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/newsnow/x1192852598/Chemung-County-sheriff-captain-wins-Draxler-award">Chemung County sheriff captain wins Draxler award</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Crain's New York Business</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://mycrains.crainsnewyork.com/blogs/greg-david-on-ny/2012/01/a-journalists-absurdly-high-ny-tax-bill/">Greg David on NY: A journalist’s absurdly high NY tax bill</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Daily Politics</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/marc-cenedellas-gillibrand-challenge-no-go">Marc Cenedella's Gillibrand Challenge = No Go</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/senate-oks-dna-database-expansion-cuomo-presses-assembly">Senate OK's DNA Database Expansion, Cuomo Presses Assembly</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/document-drop-school-breakfast-scorecard">Document Drop: School Breakfast Scorecard</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/skelos-still-hoping-for-august-primary">Skelos Still Hoping For August Primary</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/m-wow-to-att">M-WOW To AT&T</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/giants-loss-means-bagels-for-boston">Giants Loss Means Bagels For Boston</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/dilan-and-others-sue-over-redistricting">Dilan And Others Sue Over Redistricting </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/cuomo-on-minimum-wage-hike-depends-on-impact-on-economy">Cuomo On Minimum Wage Hike: Depends On Impact On Economy</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/conservative-christian-group-backing-push-to-allow-worship-services-in-city-sc">Conservative Christian Group Backing Push To Allow Worship Services In City School Buildings</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/skelos-set-on-september-primary-sources">Skelos Set on September Primary: Sources</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/fidler-storobin-senate-brawl-gets-real-ugly">Fidler-Storobin Senate Brawl Gets Real Ugly</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310331/Elmira-City-Youth-Court-inducts-34-students?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Elmira City Youth Court inducts 34 students</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310316/Meeting-set-McKinnon-Park-restrooms-Elmira?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Meeting set on McKinnon Park restrooms in Elmira</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120201/VIEWPOINTS02/202010306/Guest-Viewpoint-Grace-House-would-help-parolees-return-community?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Matt George: Grace House would help parolees return to community</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_65ca828e-4c26-11e1-b788-0019bb2963f4.html">School superintendent to meet community</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_51fb908c-4c25-11e1-949e-0019bb2963f4.html">West Lake Road fire department to get $1M for radio upgrades</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_89014a4a-4c25-11e1-9e0d-0019bb2963f4.html">Sign up soon for IPM seminar for municipalities</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010015/State-DNA-database-may-expand">State DNA database may expand</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010019/State-funding-urged-foreclosure-prevention-group">State funding urged for foreclosure prevention group</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300352/Report-Home-sales-N-Y-drop-3-9-2011-prices-hold-steady?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Report: Home sales in N.Y. drop 3.9% in 2011, but prices hold steady</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS10/120131014/Senate-Democrats-file-lawsuit-against-63rd-Senate-district-?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Senate Democrats to file lawsuit against 63rd Senate district</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/cambridge-organizes-kindergarten-orientation/article_8cf05624-4c47-11e1-99b0-001871e3ce6c.html">Cambridge organizes kindergarten orientation</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/legislators-to-hold-public-forum-in-glens-falls-on-feb/article_d6207918-4c39-11e1-a2b5-0019bb2963f4.html">Legislators to hold public forum in Glens Falls on Feb. 10 Read more: http://poststar.com/news/local/legislators-to-hold-public-forum-in-glens-falls-on-feb/article_d6207918-4c39-11e1-a2b5-0019bb2963f4.html#ixzz1l84OK2T7</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/opinion/editorial/rorschach-redistricting/article_83e1679e-4c8d-11e1-96be-001871e3ce6c.html">editorial: Rorschach redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544207/Otsego-County-close-to-leaving--MOSA.html?nav=5011">Otsego County close to leaving MOSA</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544208/Sheriff-urges-cellphone-surcharge.html?nav=5011">Sheriff urges cellphone surcharge</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544210/School-gets-grant.html?nav=5011">School gets grant</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544204/Online-access-an-advantage.html?nav=5005">editorial: Online access an advantage</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x132488470/State-Assembly-considering-raising-minimum-wage">State Assembly considering raising minimum wage</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x132488485/2-1-1-Helpline-connects-callers-with-tax-help">2-1-1 Helpline connects callers with tax help</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/topstories/x1622351182/Bus-driver-in-Dansville-dragging-incident-resigns">Bus driver in Dansville dragging incident resigns</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/newsnow/x2139486378/Alfred-Democrats-nominate-Prophet-Bowden-for-village-board">Alfred Democrats nominate Prophet, Bowden for village board</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310364/Tompkins-redistricting-proposal-stirs-praise?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Tompkins redistricting proposal stirs praise</a> (Environment, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310341/Byrd-back-duty-after-personnel-assessment-mayor-says?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Byrd back on duty after 'personnel assessment,' mayor says</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310357/Enfield-wind-farm-expected-running-by-end-2013?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Enfield wind farm expected to be running by end of 2013</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310370/Elmira-pursues-flood-map-fight?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|p">Elmira pursues flood map fight</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310349/Chemung-sheriff-s-deputy-honored?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Chemung sheriff's deputy honored</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310334/Tuition-reimbursement-volunteer-firefighters?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Tuition reimbursement for volunteer firefighters</a> (Business/Economy, Education, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS02/302010033/Bedford-makes-changes-based-state-s-audit">Bedford makes changes based on state's audit</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS02/302010030/Rye-school-board-put-16-35M-bond-proposal-vote?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Rye school board to put $16.35M bond proposal to vote</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS02/302010037/CSEA-union-Company-taking-over-Med-Center-jobs-has-record-failure-?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">CSEA union: Company taking over Med Center jobs has a 'record of failure'</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS05/302010031/NRC-raises-risk-earthquakes-Indian-Point-must-update-safety-plan?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">NRC raises risk of earthquakes; Indian Point must update safety plan</a> (Energy, Environment, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS02/302010027/Mount-Vernon-mayor-halts-demolition-Memorial-stadium?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Mount Vernon mayor halts demolition of Memorial stadium</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/301310092/Former-Ramapo-officer-acquitted?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Rockland%20County,%20New%20York">Federal jury acquits ex-Ramapo cop of domestic violence charges</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/301310090/Competition-stiff-clerk-position?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Rockland%20County,%20New%20York">Orangetown's sewer official faces lots of competition to keep job</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120201/OPINION01/302010022/Editorial-Ramapo-backs-down-zoning">editorial: Ramapo backs down on zoning</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f2841ab367f3756575825.txt">Committee formed to redraw ward lines in Kingston</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f284e122d490182831508.txt">Candidates set for March 20 special elections in 100th and 103rd New York Assembly districts</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28aad036218379544336.txt">Watershed agency offers aid to remove storm debris</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f2759d9adb4d297108150.txt">For now, Catskill school district looking at 2.16& property tax hike (video)</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28a87f8b3f2994407821.txt">New Paltz Town Board adds rules to Ethics Law</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28a9a5135d0162288116.txt">March 1 in filing deadline for property tax breaks</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/02/01/opinion/doc4f26f8ed48074997766123.txt">editorial: Another Albany train wreck</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Legislative Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-31-81276.113122-Sen-Dilan-files-lawsuit-against-LATFOR-over-redistricting-process.html">Sen. Dilan files lawsuit against LATFOR over redistricting process</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Long Island Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.longislandpress.com/2012/01/31/nassau-lawmakers-react-to-police-precinct-plan/">Nassau Lawmakers React to Police Precinct Plan</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319978/-1/dco">Massena Teen Under Arrest For Bomb Build</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319976/-1/dco">I-98 Supporters Want Answers On Funding</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319982/-1/dco">Chief Tischler Changing Jobs</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319984/-1/dco">Hidy Waits For Clark Ouster</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319994/-1/dco">Expert: Lot Decision Should Have Been Public</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319995/-1/dco">Polls Open Today For CCS Improvements Proposals</a> (Education, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/202010356">Special-ed school in New Windsor enjoys quiet rebirth</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/202010357">New report faults NYC aqueduct for leaks in Wawarsing </a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/120209993">Chester School District rejoins bid to host students from Greenwood Lake School </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/120209994">Ulster County's Julian Schreibman becomes first candidate to announce run for Hinchey's seat</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/120209998">Monticello OKs settlement for departing police chief, Doug Solomon</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/202010350">SUNY Orange site opens in Newburgh </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/202010351">Ulster County Executive Mike Hein seeking shifts in some work benefits </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/NEWS/202010348">Meghan E. Murphy: A 'cheat sheet' to take with you to meetings </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/COMM/202010308/-1/NEWS">Monticello school district advisory group to meet </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120201/OPINION/202010332">editorial: New York state's tobacco tax strays from target</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>NYS Public Radio</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/speaker-pushes-minimum-wage-hike-expresses-doubts-about-cuomo-pension-plan">Karen DeWitt: Speaker Pushes Minimum Wage Hike, Expresses Doubts About Cuomo Pension Plan</a> </li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/housing-shot-wounded-bushwick-avenue-housing-projects-brooklyn-article-1.1014988">Plainclothes cop 'one lucky young man' after surviving shot to head during Brooklyn gun battle</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/anthony-weiner-campaign-money-hire-private-investigators-chase-lie-crotch-shot-tweet-financial-statements-reveal-article-1.1015117">Anthony Weiner used campaign money to hire private investigators to chase down his lie about crotch-shot tweet, financial statements reveal</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/top-state-senate-republican-warns-proposed-wage-increase-job-killer-york-state-article-1.1015098">Top state Senate Republican warns proposed wage increase could be ‘job killer’ for New York </a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/york-city-ground-zero-terror-attacks-plots-federal-study-shows-article-1.1015041">New York City is ground zero for terror attacks and plots, federal study shows </a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/mayoral-hopefuls-school-closings-flawed-article-1.1014844">Four mayoral hopefuls: School closings flawed</a> (Education, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/primaries-york-state-ready-vote-early-vote-repeat-article-1.1014750">Three primaries for New York State? Get ready to vote early, vote often - and repeat </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/mayor-bloomberg-simple-message-giants-super-bowl-win-article-1.1014754">Mayor Bloomberg has simple message for Giants in the Super Bowl: ‘Win’ </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/police-commissioner-raymond-kelly-nypd-logo-a-no-go-cops-wear-article-1.1014627">Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly prohibits cops from wearing NYPD merchandise </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/long-island-raid-road-reactivate-northern-section-old-rockaway-branch-advocates-article-1.1014761">Long Island Raid Road should reactivate the northern section of its old Rockaway branch: advocates </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/a-hike-state-minimum-wage-boost-economy-benefit-article-1.1014735">Albor Ruiz: A hike in the state’s minimum wage will boost the economy and benefit everyone</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/state-senate-passes-bill-greatly-expand-york-dna-databse-spotlight-shifts-assembly-article-1.1014977">State Senate passes bill to greatly expand New York's DNA databse; spotlight shifts to the Assembly </a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/queens/parents-fight-plan-move-cambria-heights-academy-article-1.1014867">Parents fight plan to move Cambria Heights Academy </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/york-city-wrongly-expelling-religious-groups-public-schools-article-1.1014917">editorial: New York City is wrongly expelling religious groups from public schools </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/albany-shouldn-t-waste-voters-time-money-extra-primary-article-1.1014909">editorial: Albany shouldn’t waste voters’ time and money on extra primary</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/block-integrated-article-1.1014837">Jacob Vigdor: Why your block is more integrated </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/no_shirt_sherlock_WdKcgCDQwOT781EvPFWLNK">Cops barred from wearing NYPD gear</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/brooklyn/cop_survives_bullet_to_head_qpDiT93NsRaKacDLdMl21J">Cop survives bullet to head</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/ed_probe_bungling_saved_ogle_teacher_oYptPicOtrpYdAlLBScAQP">Ed. probe bungling saved ‘ogle’ teacher</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/shooting_craps_E2TinTqAd4OTA9HpZ7wPCL">editorial: Shooting craps?</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/stop_burning_ny_special_ed_dollars_YoDGsutyJ15pX9LafyNFZP">Michael Benjamin: Stop burning NY’s special-ed dollars</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mike_shotgun_formation_G1CkayTi8jWe4xRNcxC6mM">Mike’s shotgun formation</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/rubber_roomer_land_on_his_feet_Mo87Zy7ovmJaLxpeO2UVBK">Rubber-roomer ‘land$’ on his feet</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/staten_island/park_and_rile_on_si_mfZRop63DHW7BCnT9JEtQK">Park and rile on SI</a> (Law/Courts, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/old_money_CDuSo8K34ubZ4oWCFLtVZM">‘Old’ money</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/quinn_giveback_0m5vjN4vzaPyKNziJqzrVN">Quinn $$ giveback</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/nyregion/in-crown-heights-a-renaissance-with-unease.html?ref=nyregion">Unease Lingers Amid a Rebirth in Crown Heights</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/nyregion/marc-cenedella-republican-criticized-over-blog-decides-against-senate-run.html?ref=nyregion">Republican Chided Over Blog Says He Won’t Run for Senate</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/nyregion/bill-to-expand-dna-database-fuels-fight-in-albany.html?ref=nyregion">Albany Bill to Expand DNA Database Fuels a Political Fight</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/nyregion/bloomberg-and-menino-in-super-bowl-ad-for-gun-control.html?ref=nyregion">During Super Bowl, for 30 Seconds, 2 Mayors Will Be on Same Side</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/01/opinion/hurting-poor-borrowers.html?ref=opinion">editorial: Hurting Poor Borrowers</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/many-new-yorkers-asset-poor-1.3491251">Many New Yorkers 'asset poor'</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/li-schools-guv-split-on-use-of-250m-1.3494097">LI schools, guv split on use of $250M</a> (Business/Economy, Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/fired-bellport-principal-files-lawsuit-1.3494147">Fired Bellport principal files lawsuit</a> (Education, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/lipa-oversight-bill-awaits-cuomo-s-ok-1.3494230">LIPA oversight bill awaits Cuomo's OK</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/nassau-seeks-expo-center-at-mitchel-field-1.3494226">Nassau seeks expo center at Mitchel Field</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/dan-janison/gingrich-primary-loss-a-relief-to-ny-s-gop-1.3494072">Dan Janison: Gingrich primary loss a relief to NY's GOP</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/suffolk-open-space-program-under-review-1.3494358">Suffolk open-space program under review</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/health/cancer-group-scrambles-after-suffolk-cuts-1.3494417">Cancer group scrambles after Suffolk cuts</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/residents-divided-on-nassau-precinct-plan-1.3494111">Residents divided on Nassau precinct plan</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/critics-decry-nassau-police-precinct-plan-1.3492719">Critics decry Nassau police precinct plan</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/deadline-looms-no-suffolk-redistrict-plan-1.3494046">Deadline looms, no Suffolk redistrict plan</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/a-third-of-li-villages-override-tax-cap-1.3494305">A third of LI villages override tax cap</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/sen-skelos-fears-wage-bill-may-hurt-jobs-1.3494218">Sen. Skelos fears wage bill may hurt jobs</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/state-dems-sue-to-block-redistricting-plan-1.3493797">State Dems sue to block redistricting plan</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/politics-taints-new-york-redistricting-1.3493963">editorial: Politics taints New York redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/new-york-state-contracts-shouldn-t-be-a-gravy-train-for-execs-1.3493947">editorial: New York State contracts shouldn't be a gravy train for execs</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977616/Amphenol-electricity-source-to-be-topic">Amphenol energy source to be topic</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977614/Legislature-clears-way-for-MOSA-withdrawal-bill">Legislature clears way for MOSA withdrawal bill </a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977628/Sex-offender-to-test-Otsego-child-safety-law">Sex offender to test Otsego child safety law</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/opinion/x950977630/Schools-new-lease-on-life-a-welcome-development">editorial: School's new lease on life a welcome development</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Oswego Palladium-Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.palltimes.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28a3b15af8b039432688.txt">Nuke plants to use new seismic model for quake data</a> (Energy)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046587/Newcomb-targets-growth-with-new-land-purchase">Newcomb targets growth with new land purchase</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046579/City-sets-hearing-on-dam-improvement-payments">City sets hearing on dam-improvement payments</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS10/120131018/Politicians-bet-hometown-favorites-Super-Bowl-?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Politicians bet hometown favorites on Super Bowl</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046559/Plattsburgh-City-School-Board-prepares-for-difficult-budget-season">Plattsburgh City School Board prepares for difficult budget season</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0201_editorials/x370174067/Editorial-Time-to-address-tenure-failings">editorial: Time to address tenure failings</a> (Education, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/02/01/state-senate-passes-dna-databank-expansion-bill/">State Senate Passes DNA Databank Expansion Bill </a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/mayoral-contenders-band-together-to-criticize-school-closures/">Mayoral Contenders Band Together to Criticize School Closures </a> (Education, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/can-the-senate-dems-regain-their-squandered-majority/">Can The Senate Dems Regain Their Squandered Majority? </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/ruben-diaz-we-do-not-need-charles-rangel-to-come-to-the-bronx/">Ruben Diaz: ‘We Do Not Need Charles Rangel To Come To The Bronx’ </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/brooklyn-rabbi-tells-fidler-to-back-off/">lew fidler Brooklyn Rabbi Tells Fidler To Back Off </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/top-romney-backer-says-campaign-should-keep-michael-grimm-around/">Top Romney Backer Says Campaign Should Keep Michael Grimm Around </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/01/term-limits-mayor-bloomberg-wants-10-new-frank-gehry-buildings-in-two-years/">Term Limits: Mayor Bloomberg Wants 10 New Gehry Buildings in Two Years </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/marc-cenedella-exits-u-s-senate-race/">Marc Cenedella Exits U.S. Senate Race </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/carolyn-mccarthy-raises-over-210k-has-635k-on-hand/">Carolyn McCarthy Raises Over $210k; Has $635k on Hand </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/fidler-campaign-continues-to-insist-storobin-could-have-ties-to-white-supremacist-groups/">Fidler Campaign Continues to Insist Storobin Could Have ‘Ties to White Supremacist Groups’ </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/01/man-markets-home-as-pre-gracie-mansion-mayor-bloomberg-disagrees/">Man Markets Home as Pre-Gracie Mansion, Mayor Bloomberg Disagrees </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/dems-pile-on-grimm-over-fundraising-allegations-file-fec-complaint/">Dems Pile on Grimm Over Fundraising Allegations; File FEC Complaint </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/christine-quinn-another-satisfied-auto-body-shop-customer/">Christine Quinn, Another Satisfied Auto Body Shop Customer? </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/new-york-gop-accuses-gillibrand-of-hypocrisy-with-insider-trading/">New York GOP Accuses Gillibrand of Hypocrisy With Insider Trading </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/another-education-official-departs-for-news-corp/">Another Education Official Departs For News Corp </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/new-england-lawmakers-make-more-futile-bets-against-the-giants/">New England Pols Make More Futile Bets Against The Giants </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/gary-ackerman-posts-50k-raised-500k-in-bank/">Gary Ackerman Posts $50k Raised; $500k in Bank </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/01/is-walmarts-time-running-out-for-a-new-york-store/">Is Walmart’s Time Running Out for a New York Store? </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/302010018/Hyde-Park-bond-back-table">Hyde Park bond back on table</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/120131022/Wager-opens-campaign-HQ-Assembly-race">Wager opens campaign HQ for Assembly race</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/301310031/LaGrange-board-workshop-canceled">LaGrange board workshop canceled</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120201/OPINION01/302010023/Opinion-Empire-State-Games-try-survive?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">editorial: Empire State Games try to survive</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010307/testing-Le-Roy-neurological-symptoms?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Outside groups urge more testing at Le Roy high school</a> (Education, Environment, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120201/NEWS01/202010310/Nicholas-Joseph-parole-bid?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Ex-Greece police officer Nicholas Joseph denied parole bid</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120201/OPINION04/302010015/Make-new-New-York-all-inclusive">editorial: Make the new New York all-inclusive</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Rome Sentinel</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120131-142100">Police and fire agencies end year under budget in pay, O-T</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120131-142047">City helps plow way for longer sled trail</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120131-142018">Parley Monday on new bridges</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120131-142016">‘Under capacity’ School for Deaf may house Strough students during rehab</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120131-142222">We’re getting warmer by zones — 5a to 5b</a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/01/0201_koch/">Koch scolds senators over redistricting pledge</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/01/0201_dot/">DOT to leave downtown Schenectady</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/01/0201_firehouse/">Firehouse plan heads to Malta Town Board </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/01/0201_library/">Flood-ravaged Middleburgh library re-opens; celebration slated</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/01/201_roprint/">editorial: State should OK higher minimum wage</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/feb/01/201_prrint/">editorial: Saving energy may never be easier Wednesday, February 1, 2012</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Spin Cycle (Newsday)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/gillibrand-rejects-cox-hyprocrisy-hit-reveals-2008-trade-profit-1.3494007">Gillibrand Rejects Cox Hyprocrisy Hit, Reveals 2008 Trade Profit</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/cenedella-won-t-run-against-gillibrand-1.3493585">Cenedella won't run against Gillibrand</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/skelos-still-pushing-for-august-state-primaries-1.3492520">Skelos still pushing for August state primaries</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>State of Politics (Liz Benjamin)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/governor-reaches-contract-deal-with-pba-of-nys/">Governor Reaches Contract Deal With PBA Of NYS</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/minimum-wage-bill-stands-on-its-own-silver-says/">Minimum Wage Bill Stands On Its Own, Silver Says</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/cenedella-not-running-for-us-senate/">Cenedella Not Running For US Senate</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/coffey-steamed-over-redistricting/">Coffey Steamed Over Redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/cuomo-prods-assembly-on-dna-database/">Cuomo Prods Assembly On DNA Database</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/mike-long-on-wendy-long/">Mike Long On Wendy Long (Updated)</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/silver-shrugs-off-three-primary-possibility/">Silver Shrugs Off Three Primary Possibility</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/ny-house-delegation-backs-i-stop/">NY House Delegation Backs I-STOP</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/skelos-this-wasnt-partisan/">Skelos: This Wasn’t Partisan</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/clam-chowder-and-cheesecake-on-the-line-in-super-bowl-xlvi/">Clam Chowder And Cheesecake On The Line In Super Bowl XLVI</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/in-lawsuit-senate-dems-decry-blatantly-unconstitutional-redistricting/">In Lawsuit, Senate Dems Decry “Blatantly Unconstitutional” Redistricting</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/who-us-fight/">Who Us, Fight?</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/let_staten_islands_grimm_expla.html">Let Staten Island's Grimm explain himself, counsels Vito Fossella</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/02/to_ease_school_crowding.html">editorial: To ease school crowding</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/02/staten_island_democrat_calls_f.html">Staten Island Democrat calls for FEC investigation of allegations vs. Grimm</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/danielleddy/index.ssf/2012/01/furor_over_film_reeks_of_polit.html">Daniel Leddy on Law: Furor over film reeks of political correctness</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/new_rule_will_push_occupy_syra.html">New rule will push Occupy Syracuse to the sidewalk, about eight feet away</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/in_safe_hands_fallout_from_sex.html">editorial: In Safe Hands: Fallout from sex-abuse scandals can be positive, too </a> </li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/consider_this_a_month_for_blac.html">editorial: A month for black history </a> </li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/02/consider_this_in_praise_of_bla.html">editorial: In praise of black women</a> </li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28ac6acde1a191394801.txt">Saratoga Springs Housing Authority put under microscope at City Council, resident meetings</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28a02f82dc5577053259.txt">Saratoga Springs High School's Academic Team will move on to national competition in June</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Tonawanda News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/top_stories/x1456442741/Parents-district-meet-for-talks">Parents, district meet for talks</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x431320120/ROUTE-DISPUTE">Route dispute</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x431320114/Development-arm-to-divvy-small-business-grants">Development arm to divy small business grants</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x1296876776/Study-barrier-is-best-option-to-curb-carp">Study: barrier is best option to curb carp</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/editorials/x1296876810/OUR-VIEW-SPCA-off-to-good-start">editorial: SPCA off to good start</a> </li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f28862fd22d4418501675.txt">Former Sheriff Dan Keating dies at 80</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f289d5c96f11126634097.txt">NY Business leaders somewhat confident things will improve in 2012</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f289ed874dc1751660760.txt">Foreclosure Prevention program faces elimination if budget passes</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/02/01/news/doc4f27fc2f91284672348987.txt">Voters testify in Troy ballot fraud trial</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Utica Observer-Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x132490453/Contract-ratified-for-Police-Benevolent-Association-members">Contract ratified for Police Benevolent Association members</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x715338589/Survey-Business-leaders-cautious-about-state-economy">Survey: Business leaders cautious about state economy</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1622351804/A-better-healthier-school-lunch-But-will-kids-eat-it">New school lunch rules might take bite out of budgets</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1622351519/Health-library-cuts-still-on-course">Health, library cuts still ‘on course’</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x715337981/Seward-Senate-passes-expansion-of-DNA-databank">Seward: Senate passes expansion of DNA databank</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x126724168/Utica-offers-discount-on-city-owned-vacant-lots">Utica offers discount on city-owned vacant lots</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/opinion/x1622352215/Our-view-Start-early-with-proper-dental-care">editorial: Start early with proper dental care</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>WXXI (Rochester)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/state-urges-students-file-college-aid-now">State Urges Students to File for College Aid Now</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/league-women-voters-concerned-about-redistricting">League of Women Voters Concerned about Redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Watertown Daily Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/702019883/-1/news">Cape Vincent man says town can’t stop him from erecting personal wind turbine</a> (Energy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/702019885/-1/news">BRAC gives housing developers pause</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/702019890">Owens raises $214K, has $554K in campaign account</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/702019896">County planners review Cape Vincent’s wind-energy moratorium</a> (Energy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/702019902">Mayor, council already looking at city manager situation</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS03/702019936">Jefferson County DSS adds unit to Child Protective Services</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS05/702019868">Federal funding would be welcomed in Potsdam and Massena as drug problem grows</a> (Federal Government, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120201/NEWS05/702019904">Potsdam mayor suggests jruyle 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<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/31/nyregion/new-york-redistricting-faulted-for-unfair-representation-of-minorities.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Albany Redistricting Plan Faulted as Unfair to Minorities</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/albany-considering-minimum-wage-increase">Karen Dewitt: Albany Considering Minimum Wage Increase</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/301310009/Primary-deadline-brings-turmoil">Primary deadline brings turmoil</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Civic-leaders-fight-for-SNUG-funds-2852540.php">Civic leaders fight for SNUG funds</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/bronx/state-senate-committee-approves-bill-houses-worship-meet-school-buildings-article-1.1014057">State Senate Committee approves bill that would allow houses of worship to meet in school buildings </a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/walcott_cuomo_plan_is_for_the_grader_iyE3w6abidR5VenirQIWNK">Walcott: Cuomo’s plan is for the grader good</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/31/nyregion/new-york-redistricting-faulted-for-unfair-representation-of-minorities.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Albany Redistricting Plan Faulted as Unfair to Minorities</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>NYS Public Radio</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/albany-considering-minimum-wage-increase">Karen Dewitt: Albany Considering Minimum Wage Increase</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/301310009/Primary-deadline-brings-turmoil">Primary deadline brings turmoil</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Civic-leaders-fight-for-SNUG-funds-2852540.php">Civic leaders fight for SNUG funds</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/bronx/state-senate-committee-approves-bill-houses-worship-meet-school-buildings-article-1.1014057">State Senate Committee approves bill that would allow houses of worship to meet in school buildings </a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/walcott_cuomo_plan_is_for_the_grader_iyE3w6abidR5VenirQIWNK">Walcott: Cuomo’s plan is for the grader good</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Adirondack Daily Enterprise</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529021/Wells-Memorial-Library-hosts-reopening-celebration.html?nav=5008">Wells Memorial Library hosts reopening celebration</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529023/Harrietstown-to-post-meeting-docs-online.html?nav=5008">Harrietstown to post meeting docs online</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529028/Campaign-donations-roll-in-for-Doheny.html?nav=5008">Campaign donations roll in for Doheny</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529018/Neighbors-should-let-St--Joe-s-treat-veterans.html?nav=5003">editorial: Neighbors should let St. Joe’s treat veterans</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Spa-City-wants-audit-2857496.php">Spa City wants audit</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Schools-look-to-sponsors-to-help-pay-for-programs-2857467.php">Schools look to sponsors to help pay for programs </a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/BH-BL-confronts-budget-deficit-again-2852529.php">BH-BL confronts budget deficit again</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Supervisor-outlines-vision-for-Bethlehem-2840345.php">Supervisor outlines vision for Bethlehem</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Panel-makes-case-for-new-district-2855192.php">Panel makes case for new district</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/D-Amato-Gingrich-a-nightmare-2853715.php">D'Amato: Gingrich a nightmare</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Civic-leaders-fight-for-SNUG-funds-2852540.php">Civic leaders fight for SNUG funds</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/business/article/A-boost-in-pay-at-bottom-of-scale-2857824.php">A boost in pay at bottom of scale? </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/paying-the-help-at-a-minimum/17659/">editorial: Paying the help, at a minimum</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/1-billion-can-buy-an-awful-lot-of-good-will-2855624.php">Bob McCarthy: $1 billion can buy an awful lot of good will </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Next-time-listen-to-the-teachers-2855615.php">Mark Anderson: Next time, listen to the teachers</a> (Education, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Watch (Gannett)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/pataki-ill-take-the-last-republican-standing/">Pataki: I’ll take the last Republican standing </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/assembly-democrats-businesses-differ-on-impact-of-minimum-wage-hike/">Assembly Democrats, businesses differ on impact of minimum-wage hike </a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/common-cause-urges-bad-lines-blow-away/">Common Cause Urges: Bad Lines Blow Away </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/courts-stays-mum-on-giving-stipends-to-judges/">Courts Stays Mum On Giving Stipends To Judges </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/mixed-reviews-even-from-advocates-on-proposal-to-increase-minimum-wage/">Mixed Reviews, Even From Advocates, On Proposal To Increase Minimum Wage </a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/astorino-talks-conservative-values-housing-settlement-at-albany-conference/">Astorino talks Conservative values, housing settlement at Albany conference </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/30/conservative-party-talks-strategy-in-albany/">Conservative Party talks strategy in Albany </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f275d2d0e037540030846.txt">Sheldon Silver proposes boosting minimum wage to $8.50</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS10/201300314/DEC-proposes-expanded-bobcat-season?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">DEC proposes expanded bobcat season</a> (Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/last_year_new_york_state_saw_t.html">Last year, New York state saw the fewest homicides since 1975</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/state-local-authorities-in-cayuga-county-filed-late-budgets/article_cbac23be-4bbd-11e1-9f0e-001871e3ce6c.html">State: Local authorities in Cayuga County filed late budgets </a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/motion-filed-against-two-cayuga-county-legislators/article_ba61e10c-4bbd-11e1-993f-001871e3ce6c.html">Motion filed against two Cayuga County legislators</a> (Education, Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/auburn-s-parking-law-could-change-again/article_ab5d7bc6-4bbd-11e1-8c99-001871e3ce6c.html">Auburn's parking law could change again </a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/columnists/bill-balyszak-let-s-do-our-own-lobbying/article_abaef116-4bab-11e1-a8c6-001871e3ce6c.html">Bill Balyszak: Let’s do our own lobbying </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_de753664-4bc9-11e1-9bdd-0019bb2963f4.html">Albion will soon start on $850K sewer upgrade</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_22596698-4bc5-11e1-a457-0019bb2963f4.html">Wolcott Street School honored for third straight year</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/opinion/editorials/article_9daddb14-4b73-11e1-a963-001871e3ce6c.html">editorial: City finances </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300380/O-asks-FEMA-money-build-new-elementary-school?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">O-A asks FEMA for money to build new elementary school</a> (Business/Economy, Education, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120131/VIEWPOINTS02/201310304/Guest-Viewpoint-Drilling-could-jump-start-N-Y-economy?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Mark P. Lauriello: Drilling could jump-start N.Y. economy</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x987155157/Wayne-County-town-of-Sodus-gets-1-3M-for-water-system">Wayne County town of Sodus gets $1.3M for water system</a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x842391260/City-to-meet-on-street-project">City to meet on street project</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/topstories/x1605025764/Seneca-Supervisor-John-Sheppard-recognized">Seneca Supervisor John Sheppard recognized</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x430728873/Hornells-abandoned-houses-get-mapped">Hornell's abandoned houses get mapped</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Capitol Confidential</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111172/silver-8-50-min-wage-a-matter-of-human-dignity/">Silver: Min wage ‘a matter of human dignity’ (w/video)</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111213/pataki-lets-repeal-obama/">Pataki: Let’s repeal Obama</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111195/biz-council-farm-bureau-oppose-min-wage-boost/">Biz Council, Farm Bureau, Unshackle oppose min wage boost</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111189/icymi-nyn-diagnoses-the-symptoms-of-latformania/">ICYMI: ‘NYN’ diagnoses the symptoms of LATFORmania</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111154/tenney-laments-involuntary-carpet-baggery/">Tenney laments ‘involuntary carpet-baggery’</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111144/csea-health-research-reach-tentative-deal/">CSEA, Health Research reach tentative deal</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111120/molinari-gingrich-is-dangerous/">Molinari: Gingrich is ‘dangerous’</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111121/morse-calls-talk-of-senate-run-in-new-44th-just-speculation/">Morse: Talk of Senate run in new 44th ‘speculation’</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/111106/where-are-the-congressional-lines/">Where are the congressional lines?</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Catskill Daily Mail</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f278428c3591641525770.txt">Village LDC may disband; agency cited for failing to file budget report</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f27849c939a5865913773.txt">Forming budgets as strategies fade</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f27855cd6ece320582066.txt">Super Sunday could mean super trouble if you drink and drive</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/31/opinion/doc4f2722a6c4bc7502285212.txt">James L. Seward: Senate measures improve highway safety</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_b21c780c-4bab-11e1-85b6-0019bb2963f4.html">Le Roy superintendent reiterates 'school is safe’</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>City Limits</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.bkbureau.org/food-trucks-give-restaurateurs-indigestion">Food Trucks Give Restaurateurs Indigestion</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Corning Leader</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/newsnow/x739238216/Town-of-Horseheads-planning-board-to-meet-Wednesday">Town of Horseheads planning board to meet Wednesday</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Crain's New York Business</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://mycrains.crainsnewyork.com/blogs/greg-david-on-ny/2012/01/why-ny-pensions-are-so-costly/">Greg David on NY: Why NY pensions are so costly</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.crainsnewyork.com/article/20120130/ECONOMY/120139990/1072">Assembly sets minimum-wage goal at $8.50</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Daily Politics</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/talk-about-false-advertising">Talk About False Advertising...</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/friendly-super-bowl-wager-legislative-edition">Friendly Super Bowl Wager: Legislative Edition</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/a-valentines-swing-and-a-miss-for-the-nrcc">A Valentine's Swing (And A Miss) For The NRCC BY Celeste Katz</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/super-bowl-if-your-mayor-wins-so-could-you">Super Bowl: If Your Mayor Wins, So Could You</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/attorney-general-schneiderman-aims-to-modernize-real-estate-market">Attorney General Schneiderman Aims To Modernize Real Estate Market</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/silver-higher-minimum-wage-not-a-job-killer">Silver: Higher Minimum Wage Not A Job-Killer</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/george-pataki-anybody-but-obama-in-2012">George Pataki: Anybody But Obama In 2012</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/site-offers-ways-to-calculate-public-pension">Site Offers Ways To Calculate Public Pension </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/redistricting-breaking-down-brooklyn">Redistricting: Breaking Down Brooklyn</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/dems-want-bob-turners-district-to-stick-around">Dems Want Bob Turner's District To Stick Around</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568097/Minimum-wage-hike---in-N-Y--bad-for-jobs-.html?nav=5047">Minimum wage hike in N.Y. bad for jobs?</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568098/Andy-Goodell-happy-to-represent-all-of-Chautauqua-County.html?nav=5047">Andy Goodell happy to represent all of Chautauqua County</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/category.detail/nav/5047/Page-One.html">Oil spill on Thruway near Westfield</a> (Environment, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568100/Pine-Valley-voters-will-have-propositions-on-budget.html?nav=5047">Pine Valley voters will have propositions on budget</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568101/Voted-in-as-new-Chadwick-Bay-executive-director.html?nav=5047">Voted in as new Chadwick Bay executive director</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300377/Elmira-council-OKs-development-plan?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Elmira council OKs development plan</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300339/Elmira-historic-preservation-effort-gets-grant-aid?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Elmira historic preservation effort gets grant aid</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120131/VIEWPOINTS02/201310308/Guest-Viewpoint-Wait-see-unbiased-science-gas-drilling?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Steve Coffman: Wait to see unbiased science on gas drilling</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_759ba400-4b76-11e1-b558-0019bb2963f4.html">IDA discusses Chevy dealership work; 3 request local workers be hired</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_c6e2e7ca-4b75-11e1-a866-0019bb2963f4.html">FLCC offering free English classes </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_02cb3338-4a17-11e1-8d41-0019bb2963f4.html">City considers new strategic imperatives for next 4 years</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/301310011/real-estate-realtors-sales-2011">Median home price falls</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/301310009/Primary-deadline-brings-turmoil">Primary deadline brings turmoil</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300349/Campaign-encourages-more-women-enter-politics?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Campaign encourages more women to enter politics</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>GateHouse News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/features/x675931615/Natural-gas-driller-No-action-anytime-soon-in-Steuben-area">Natural gas driller:?No action anytime soon in Steuben area</a> (Energy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/topstories/x132487860/School-officials-at-work-preparing-draft-budgets">School officials at work preparing draft budgets</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/topstories/x370660428/Families-say-good-bye-as-troops-head-to-Kuwait">Families say good-bye as troops head to Kuwait</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/topstories/x1622349351/Details-on-Griffiss-Development-Corp-deals-kept-secret">Details on Griffiss Development Corp. deals kept secret</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/topstories/x370660424/Is-Mohawk-Valley-EDGE-too-focused-on-Griffiss-projects">Is Mohawk Valley EDGE too focused on Griffiss projects?</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/opinions/columnists/x2139484657/Barry-Greenfield-The-self-sustaining-school-system">Barry Greenfield: The self-sustaining school system</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/usda-proposes-closing-farm-service-agency-office-in-saratoga-county/article_bc3e9e20-4bc7-11e1-94f3-0019bb2963f4.html">USDA proposes closing Farm Service Agency office in Saratoga County </a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/trial-likely-for-corinth-school-bus-driver/article_5511c6fe-4b96-11e1-85c4-0019bb2963f4.html">Trial likely for Corinth school bus driver</a> (Education, Law/Courts, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/glens-falls-assessor-reflects-on-her-criminal-past-i-m/article_b607342e-4b8e-11e1-8645-001871e3ce6c.html">Glens Falls assessor reflects on her criminal past: 'I’m not there anymore' </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/state-offers-homeowners-many-ways-to-cut-heating-bills/article_c8004828-4b8e-11e1-8d68-0019bb2963f4.html">State offers homeowners many ways to cut heating bills </a> (Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/greenwich-mulls-fire-protection-plan/article_3c009106-4b85-11e1-a5c7-0019bb2963f4.html">Greenwich mulls fire protection plan</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544175/Auto-business-settles-state-claim.html?nav=5011">Auto business settles state claim</a> (Business/Economy, Environment, Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544176/Gloversville--Reduce-visibility-of-tobacco-goods.html?nav=5011">Gloversville: Reduce visibility of tobacco goods</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544177/Panel-to-review-surveys-on-gov-t.html?nav=5011">Panel to review surveys on gov’t</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/topstories/x1672352102/Politics-set-aside-in-Alfred-village-caucus">Politics set aside in Alfred village caucus</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/topstories/x842391237/Ellis-files-petitions-for-Almond-mayor">Ellis files petitions for Almond mayor</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/topstories/x2139485557/Ilion-Herkimer-Mohawk-school-districts-discuss-merger">Ilion, Herkimer, Mohawk school districts discuss merger</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300353/State-program-offers-energy-retrofitting-moderate-income-homeowners?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">State program offers energy retrofitting to moderate-income homeowners</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300357/Women-prominent-Tompkins-politics?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Women prominent in Tompkins politics</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120131/VIEWPOINTS02/201310309/Guest-Viewpoint-Don-t-forsake-city-s-historic-buildings-future-plans?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">V. Romanoff & S. Adams: Don't forsake city's historic buildings in future plans</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598291/JHS-Coach-Ricker-Expected-To-Resign.html?nav=5192">JHS Coach Ricker Expected To Resign</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598315/High-Hopes.html?nav=5192">Mayor Wants To Add Revenue Streams In 2012</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598320/Goodell-Has-Concerns-About--New-Lines.html?nav=5192">Goodell Has Concerns About New Lines</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598310/Council-Agrees-To-Look-Into-Police-Consolidation.html?nav=5057">Council Agrees To Look Into Police Consolidation</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120131/NEWS02/301310052/Gillibrand-Congress-must-put-economy-first">Gillibrand: Congress must put economy first</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120131/NEWS02/301310069/Astorino-slams-Obama-speech-N-Y-Conservatives">Astorino slams Obama in speech to N.Y. Conservatives</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS02/301300077/Race-Top-costs-leave-schools-behind">Race to the Top costs leave schools behind</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120131/NEWS03/301310075/Haverstraw-supervisor-only-elected-official-get-raise?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Rockland%20County,%20New%20York">Haverstraw supervisor to be only elected official to get raise</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120131/NEWS03/301310071/New-lawsuit-filed-against-development">New lawsuit filed against development</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120131/OPINION/301310040/Time-raise-N-Y-minimum-wage">editorial: Time to raise N.Y. minimum wage</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/OPINION03/301300086/1076/opinion01/Focus%20on%20tests%20ignores%20creativity%20to%20enliven%20math">Alfred S. Posamentier: Focus on tests ignores creativity to enliven math</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f273935584da517808478.txt">Kingston school district health insurance trust fund reserves dip</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2739c055cc1473690402.txt">Area Dem leaders rap proposed new Assembly districts (with maps)</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f273a1ccb4cd582767416.txt">Ulster Dem chairman steps down to run for Congress</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f27516e1425b320467566.txt">Conference at KHS will focus on bullying</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2751d4d7f56933615649.txt">City gets $20K donation for tennis court repairs</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2754021bd9d006105984.txt">Ulster supervisor fires animal control officer</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2754620323a494766915.txt">New Paltz continues URGENT ties</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f273b8998bee380404765.txt">New Paltz Town Board mulls consolidation issues</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f272f281fad9768818090.txt">NY Assemblyman Kevin Cahill, Sens. William Larkin and Stephen Saland comment on redistricting (with schedule of hearings)</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2759d9adb4d297108150.txt">Catskill schools in good fiscal shape, officials say</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/31/opinion/doc4f26d2b431667854715698.txt">editorial: A step too far on SAT cheaters</a> (Education, Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Legislative Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-c-2012-01-30-81253.113122-NY-lawmakers-sound-off-on-Obamas-Blueprint.html">NY lawmakers sound off on Obama's 'Blueprint' </a> (Federal Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-c-2012-01-30-81255.113122-Legislators-unveil-new-district-lines.html">Legislators unveil new district lines </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-c-2012-01-30-81271.113122-Measuring-the-intangible.html">State Ed.-teachers unions making progress on SLOs </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-c-2012-01-30-81264.113122-Bloomberg-on-board-with-pension-plan-teacher-evaluations.html">Bloomberg on board with pension plan, teacher evaluations</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81275.113122-LATFOR-defends-redistricting-process.html">LATFOR defends redistricting process</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81274.113122-Leandra-Rosados-father-thanks-legislators-for-tougher-DWI-laws.html">Leandra Rosado's father thanks legislators for tougher DWI laws</a> (State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81273.113122-Flanagans-salvia-ban-passes-Senate.html">Flanagan's salvia ban passes Senate </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81272.113122-Some-worried-gambling-amendment-wont-address-addiction.html">Some worried gambling amendment won't address addiction</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81270.113122-SUNY-sets-goal-for-hiring-women-and-minority-owned-businesses.html">SUNY sets goal for hiring women and minority owned businesses</a> (Business/Economy, Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81269.113122-Cosby-helps-promote-school-choice.html">Cosby helps promote school choice </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81268.113122-Common-Cause-hopes-to-overturn-Citizens-United.html">Common Cause hopes to overturn Citizens United </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/hc.e.81267.lasso">New incentives to hire and train inner-city youth </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81266.113122-Gov-wants-incarcerated-juveniles-close-to-home.html">Gov wants incarcerated juveniles 'close to home' </a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81265.113122-DiNapoli-NYRA-still-has-work-to-do.html">DiNapoli: NYRA still has work to do</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81263.113122-Counties-say-Medicaid-plan-is-a-step-in-the-right-direction.html">Counties say Medicaid plan is a step in the right direction </a> (Healthcare, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81262.113122-Megna-grilled-on-tier-VI.html">Megna grilled on tier VI </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81261.113122-Tappan-Zee-project-on-schedule.html">Tappan Zee project on schedule </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81260.113122-Advocates-worried-about-competitive-school-grants.html">Advocates worried about competitive school grants </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81259.113122-SUNY-Board-supporting-NYs-DREAM-Act.html">SUNY Board supporting NY's DREAM Act </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81258.113122-Protesters-Cuomo-will-be-accountable-for-fracking-problems.html">Protesters: Cuomo will be accountable for fracking problems</a> (Energy, Environment, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Top-Stories-c-2012-01-30-81254.113122-President-talks-up-fracking-benefits.html">President talks up fracking benefits </a> (Energy, Environment, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.legislativegazette.com/Articles-Publishers-Corner-c-2012-01-30-81256.113122-New-York-voters-will-be-there-for-Obama.html">Alan Chartock: New York voters will be there for Obama </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Lockport Union Sun & Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x1456440214/Fire-code-crackdown-vowed">Fire code crackdown vowed</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x647580585/NFTA-cuts-will-make-transportation-difficult">NFTA cuts will make transportation difficult</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x647578043/Prepared-patriots">Local guardsmen cheered as they ready for training</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x647578033/Town-recycling-numbers-are-up">Town recycling numbers are up</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Long Island Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.longislandpress.com/2012/01/30/nassau-police-plan-would-cut-8-precincts-down-to-4/">Nassau Police Plan Would Cut 8 Precincts Down to 4</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319976/-1/dco">I-98 Supporters Want Answers On Funding</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319978/-1/dco">Massena Teen Under Arrest For Bomb Build</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319982/-1/dco">Chief Tischler Changing Jobs</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319984/-1/dco">Hidy Waits For Clark Ouster</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319994/-1/dco">Expert: Lot Decision Should Have Been Public</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319996/-1/dco">MCS Teachers Enjoy New Lunch Items</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319980/-1/dco01">Reps Rap Legislator Pay Hike</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120131/DCO01/301319981/-1/dco01">Silver Pushes Minimum Wage Increase</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/201310311">New Paltz cuts electricity to Occupy group</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/120139975">School boards advocate to speak in Newburgh</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/120139977">Gillibrand nominates 3 from Orange to academies </a> (Education, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/120139978">Case of whooping cough confirmed at Warwick High</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/201310313">County finally gets 2 new courtrooms </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/201310314">Walden wants study of police force merger</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120131/NEWS/201310312">Consultants: Gov't Center's facade must be removed </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>NYS Public Radio</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/lawmakers-hold-first-public-hearing-new-redistricting-maps">Karen DeWitt: Lawmakers Hold First Public Hearing on New Redistricting Maps</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/albany-considering-minimum-wage-increase">Karen Dewitt: Albany Considering Minimum Wage Increase</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/wage-freezes-transit-workers-fair-report-good-government-group-wage-freezes-transit-workers-economy-good-government-group-wage-freezes-transit-workers-economy-article-1.1014103">Good Government Group: Wage freeze for transit workers is a fair deal </a> (Business/Economy, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/bronx/state-senate-committee-approves-bill-houses-worship-meet-school-buildings-article-1.1014057">State Senate Committee approves bill that would allow houses of worship to meet in school buildings </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/study-york-city-mayor-michael-bloomberg-a-small-school-movement-article-1.1014364">New study gives New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg an "A" on small-school movement </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/queens/councilman-james-sanders-asks-mta-include-rockaway-cityticket-program-article-1.1014318">Councilman James Sanders asks MTA to include Far Rockaway in CityTicket program </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/state-sell-office-building-55-hanson-place-fort-greene-article-1.1014268">State may sell off office building at 55 Hanson Place in Fort Greene </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/albany-raise-state-outdated-minimum-wage-article-1.1014336">editorial: Albany should raise the state’s outdated minimum wage as soon as possible </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/transport-workers-union-president-john-samuelsen-safety-lesson-article-1.1014338">editorial: Transport Workers Union President John Samuelsen’s safety lesson </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/u-s-cities-segregated-article-1.1014334">editorial: U.S. cities are far less segregated than they used to be </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/fearmongering-won-t-healthier-article-1.1014246">P. Basham & J. Luik: Fearmongering won’t make us healthier </a> (Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/albany-gift-charlie-rangel-article-1.1014353">Bill Hammond: Albany's gift to Charlie Rangel</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/commute_no_hoot_poll_yO63j396nlK3cTFOr38tZJ">Commute’s no hoot: poll</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/new_lines_same_game_E93Q1tojKyDGxOPdy0VQUO">editorial: New lines, same game</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/creep_his_friends_iErEJRJAJKiqXtdHv32n8H">editorial: A creep & his friends</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/public_private_poppycock_Y1C0QYyVj2MOsAS1cheOzH">Nicole Gelinas: ‘Public-private’ poppycock</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/banishing_the_books_oDxySVxpjFR0raBsUeNQEP">editorial: Banishing the books</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/raising_min_wage_razes_jobs_study_isRHoWL2q6i61g8FPO5UKJ">Raising min wage razes jobs: study</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/walcott_cuomo_plan_is_for_the_grader_iyE3w6abidR5VenirQIWNK">Walcott: Cuomo’s plan is for the grader good</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/quinn_to_return_tainted_cash_QDVl0rSqj3V24BhKLJy7SL">Quinn to return tainted cash</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/31/nyregion/new-york-redistricting-faulted-for-unfair-representation-of-minorities.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Albany Redistricting Plan Faulted as Unfair to Minorities</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/31/opinion/free-opinions-at-firehouses.html?ref=opinion">editorial: Free Opinions at Firehouses</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/islip-deputy-parks-commish-to-be-replaced-1.3491167">Islip deputy parks commish to be replaced</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/state-district-lines-not-yet-final-1.3491241">State district lines not yet final</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/william-lindsay-has-rare-lung-cancer-1.3491091">William Lindsay has rare lung cancer</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/mangano-revamps-nassau-precinct-system-1.3489743">Mangano revamps Nassau precinct system</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/hearing-on-nassau-hub-plan-next-month-1.3489497">Hearing on Nassau Hub plan next month</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/joye-brown/time-for-hard-choices-on-nassau-police-1.3491224">Joye Brown: Time for hard choices on Nassau police</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/nassau-oks-7-7m-jo-anna-bird-settlement-1.3491132">Nassau OKs $7.7M Jo'Anna Bird settlement</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/medical-records-system-not-being-used-1.3491205">Medical records system not being used</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/grant-sought-to-upgrade-emergency-radios-1.3490141">Grant sought to upgrade emergency radios</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/huntington-schoolhouse-is-now-a-landmark-1.3491153">Huntington schoolhouse is now a landmark</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/both-sides-line-up-on-minimum-wage-hike-1.3491225">Both sides line up on minimum wage hike</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/schneiderman-must-push-bank-probe-forward-1.3490911">editorial: Schneiderman must push bank probe forward</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorial-train-cops-about-drugged-drivers-1.3490924">editorial: Train cops about drugged drivers</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/sea-change-in-energy-generation-from-east-river-turbines-1.3490900">editorial: Sea change in energy generation from East River turbines</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneida Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f2721c5a886a463753487.txt">Oneida, Verona bridge replacement public information meeting Feb. 6 in Durhamville</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f2731d9c3d1c924449928.txt">Judge's preliminary ruling in Oneida Indian Nation employees vs. John Campanie case a win, loss for both sides</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977516/Three-bars-hit-for-serving-minors">Three bars hit for serving minors</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977502/Cooperstown-harassment-case-moved-to-Hartwick">Cooperstown harassment case moved to Hartwick</a> (Education, Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Oswego Palladium-Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.palltimes.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f27504ea94e5955365358.txt">Councilors reschedule public hearing</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046236/Proposed-cuts-in-Medicare-payments-could-hurt-hospitals">Proposed cuts in Medicare payments could hurt hospitals</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046234/Cracks-found-in-new-Champlain-Bridge">Cracks found in new Champlain Bridge</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897046204/Of-Interest-Jan-31-2012">Of Interest: Jan. 31, 2012</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0201_editorials/x370173979/Editorial-Get-involved-in-school-budgets">editorial: Get involved in school budgets</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/31/comic-book-store-owner-to-run-for-city-council-vows-to-spend-only-999/">Comic Book Store Owner To Run for City Council; Vows to Spend Only $999 </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/koo-defends-liu-from-political-entrapment-calls-media-unfair/">Koo Defends Liu From ‘Political Entrapment’; Calls Media ‘Unfair’ </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/mayor-bloomberg-plans-to-torture-new-york-family-by-sending-them-to-boston/">Mayor Bloomberg Plans To Torture New York Family By Sending Them To Boston </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/business-groups-come-out-against-minimum-wage-hike/">Business Groups Come Out Against Minimum Wage Hike </a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/schneiderman-were-going-after-the-stuff-that-blew-up-the-economy/">Schneiderman: ‘We’re Going After The Stuff That Blew Up The Economy’ [Video] </a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/field-to-take-on-boyland-jr-officially-grows-even-larger/">Field to Take on Boyland Jr. Officially Grows Even Larger </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/keith-wright-wants-to-take-control-of-city-schools-away-from-mayor-bloomberg/">Keith Wright Wants To Take Control of City Schools Away From Mayor Bloomberg </a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/golden-fidler-turner-weigh-in-on-new-jewish-district/">Golden, Fidler & Turner Weigh In On New Jewish District </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/gillibrand-raises-off-of-cenedellas-stumbles/">Gillibrand Raises Off of Cenedella’s Stumbles </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/councils-minority-caucus-pushes-to-reduce-fines-on-street-vendors/">Council’s Minority Caucus Pushes to Reduce Fines on Street Vendors </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/30/grace-meng-frustrated-with-mayor-bloombergs-response-to-lunar-new-year-bill/">Grace Meng ‘Frustrated’ With Mayor Bloomberg’s Response To Lunar New Year Bill </a> (Education, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/301300030/Pleasant-Valley-board-meets-Wednesday">Pleasant Valley board meets Wednesday</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/301300017/Dutchess-spared-1-8-million-counties-aid-inmate-transfer">Dutchess spared $1.8 million as counties aid inmate transfer</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310315/Le-Roy-officials-Speculation-harmful?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Le Roy officials: Speculation harmful</a> (Education, Environment, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310321/Lake-Ontario-levels-erosion-International-Joint-Commission?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Proposal addresses water levels for Lake Ontario</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310319/CSX-Spencerport-railroad-bridge?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Old bridge in Spencerport to be razed</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120131/NEWS01/201310325/Talk-fracking-Bloomfield">Talk on fracking in Bloomfield</a> (Energy, Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120131/OPINION/301310020/Thorough-reviews-needed-Le-Roy">editorial: Thorough reviews needed in Le Roy</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Rome Sentinel</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120130-142032">Senators tiptoe on bumping minimum wage to $8.50/hr</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://romesentinel.com/news?newsid=20120130-142017">‘Fracking’ ban may bubble before county legislature</a> (Energy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/31/0131fulco-sales-tax/">Fulton County 2011 sales tax receipts up slightly</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/30/0131students-fix-damage/">Funding will help students fix Schoharie storm damage</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/30/0131glenville-tax-receiver/">Hearing set on eliminating Glenville tax receiver job</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/30/0131sco-glen-code-issues/">Scotia-Glenville leagues hope to fix code issues</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Spin Cycle (Newsday)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/guv-s-transparency-web-site-prompts-a-critique-1.3489974">Guv's 'transparency' Web site prompts a critique </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/suffolk-gopers-urge-budget-date-change-1.3489856">Suffolk GOPers urge budget-date change</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/mineola-rally-to-support-queens-member-item-defendants-1.3489842">Mineola rally to support Queens member-item defendants</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/rep-king-s-gingrich-attacks-almost-mild-compared-to-1997-1.3489827">Rep. King's Gingrich attacks almost mild -- compared to 1997</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/retired-judge-floyd-to-be-honored-in-suffolk-1.3489797">Retired judge Floyd to be honored in Suffolk</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/1st-c-d-demos-slams-gop-boss-tilt-to-outsourcer-1.3489775">1st C.D.: Demos slams GOP 'boss' tilt to 'outsourcer'</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>State of Politics (Liz Benjamin)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/cuomo-says-hes-chewing-over-minimum-wage/">Cuomo Says He’s Chewing Over Minimum Wage</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/carl-hugs-it-out/">Carl Hugs It Out</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/local-party-should-deny-grisanti-endorsement/">Long: Local Party Should Deny Grisanti Endorsement</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/pataki-anyone-but-obama/">Pataki: Anyone But Obama</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/a-new-twist-on-the-mayoral-super-bowl-bet-tradition/">A New Twist On The Mayoral Super Bowl Bet Tradition</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/lazio-once-married-romney-offers-better-profile-for-gop-than-thrice-married-newt/">Lazio: Once-Married Romney Offers ‘Better Profile’ For GOP Than Thrice-Married Newt</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/lorigo-local-conservative-nod-for-grisanti-wont-come-easy/">Lorigo: Local Conservative Nod For Grisanti Won’t Come Easy</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/damato-astorino-wont-stick-his-head-in-a-sausage-grinder/">D’Amato: Astorino Won’t ‘Stick His Head In A Sausage Grinder’</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/gillibrand-uses-right-wing-anti-woman-cenedella-as-fundraising-foil/">Gillibrand Uses ‘Right-Wing,’ ‘Anti-Woman’ Cenedella As Fundraising Foil</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/astorino-blasts-obama-administration/">Astorino Blasts Obama Administration</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/shooting-the-messenger/">Shooting The Messenger</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/indy-activist-urges-ethics-investigation-of-grimm/">Ex-Indy Activist Urges Ethics Investigation Of Grimm (Updated)</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/staten_island_rep_michael_grim_12.html">Staten Island Rep. Michael Grimm faces an uncertain future</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/01/cromwell_center_the_sequel.html">editorial: Cromwell Center: The Sequel</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/01/talking_tolls.html">editorial: Talking tolls</a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/syracuse_agency_expected_to_ad.html">Syracuse agency expected to adopt new rules that would ban people from city property overnight</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/oswego_county_boces_board_send.html">Oswego County BOCES board sends two finalist names to state Education Commissioner for interviews</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/rep_ann_marie_buerkle_battles.html">Rep. Ann Marie Buerkle battles back against former Rep. Dan Maffei in race for campaign dollars</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/camillus_volunteer_fire_depart.html">Camillus Volunteer Fire Department fights to get tax-exempt status back</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/visual_evidence_mayor_senator.html">Visual evidence: Mayor, senator bring some funk-raising to the fund-raiser</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/common_cause_uses_syracuse_as.html">Common Cause uses Syracuse as example of flawed redistricting proposal</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/occupy_syracuse_faces_addition.html">City Hall prepares to boot Occupy Syracuse from public park overnight</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2012/01/syracuse_struggles_with_1900_v.html">Dick Case: Syracuse struggles with 1,900 vacant buildings including some with long histories </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f26d86fbc2e8276140377.txt">Boil water advisory lifted for Geyser Crest Water District</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2711f61cb68104352213.txt">Mayor Johnson calls on state to audit Housing Authority's finances; fills vacancy on board (with document)</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Tonawanda News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x647580608/Getting-to-the-route-of-NFTA">Getting to the ‘route’ of NFTA</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x1456440220/Gas-prices-back-on-the-rise">Gas prices back on the rise</a> (Energy)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x1456440218/Energy-efficiency-classes-available">Energy efficiency classes available</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f26b6ca04dee186834360.txt">State Police investigator, voters testify in fraud trial</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/31/news/doc4f2762a3bb12a486905185.txt">Parents voice outrag jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-01-30:21228 2012-01-30T09:36:00Z 2012-01-30T12:02:01Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/nyregion/albany-bill-would-raise-the-new-york-state-minimum-wage-to-8-50.html?ref=nyregion">With Focus on Income Inequality, Albany Bill Will Seek $8.50 Minimum Wage</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290323/Overtime-increases-state-government?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Overtime increases for state government</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300325/N-Y-legislators-seek-crackdown-SAT-cheaters?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">N.Y. legislators seek crackdown on SAT cheaters</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Higher-pay-rule-hard-sell-2831395.php">Higher pay rule hard sell</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/new_york_gopers_fearing_disaster_SuwdHfVxFrFXcqLAmtuSEM">Fredric U. Dicker: New York GOPers fearing a ‘disaster’ Gingrich victory</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/democrats-love-gop-rep-bob-turner-district-article-1.1013781">Democrats love GOP Rep. Bob Turner (or at least his district) </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/nyregion/albany-bill-would-raise-the-new-york-state-minimum-wage-to-8-50.html?ref=nyregion">With Focus on Income Inequality, Albany Bill Will Seek $8.50 Minimum Wage</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290323/Overtime-increases-state-government?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Overtime increases for state government</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300325/N-Y-legislators-seek-crackdown-SAT-cheaters?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">N.Y. legislators seek crackdown on SAT cheaters</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Higher-pay-rule-hard-sell-2831395.php">Higher pay rule hard sell</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/new_york_gopers_fearing_disaster_SuwdHfVxFrFXcqLAmtuSEM">Fredric U. Dicker: New York GOPers fearing a ‘disaster’ Gingrich victory</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/democrats-love-gop-rep-bob-turner-district-article-1.1013781">Democrats love GOP Rep. Bob Turner (or at least his district) </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Higher-pay-rule-hard-sell-2831395.php">Higher pay rule hard sell</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Credibility-key-in-Troy-ballot-case-2831062.php">Credibility key in Troy ballot case</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Medical-arts-building-is-new-face-of-Bethlehem-2830820.php">Medical arts building is new face of Bethlehem corridor </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Conservatives-air-primary-issues-2832279.php">Conservatives air primary issues</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/mr-mccoy%E2%80%99s-curious-choice/17631/">editorial: Mr. McCoy’s curious choice</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/It-s-a-case-of-legal-vs-illegal-2831659.php">Andrea Miller: It's a case of legal vs. illegal</a> (Healthcare, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Albany-County-a-victim-of-GOP-mischief-2831643.php">Neil Breslin: Albany County a victim of GOP mischief</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Watch (Gannett)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/01/29/assembly-to-introduce-minimum-wage-hike-bill-monday/">Assembly to introduce minimum wage-hike bill Monday </a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_NYPD_INTELLIGENCE_BROWNE_NYOL-?SITE=NYMID&amp;SECTION=HOME&amp;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT">New York police spokesman comes under fire </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f2549738b20f180895562.txt">Schumer seeks federal funding to help police locate drugged drivers</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300325/N-Y-legislators-seek-crackdown-SAT-cheaters?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">N.Y. legislators seek crackdown on SAT cheaters</a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/usatoday/article/38456843?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|p">NY agency proposes expanded bobcat season</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Pony-up-more-at-tollbooths-2811777.php">Pony up more at tollbooths</a> (Business/Economy, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/southern-cayuga-down-to-finalists/article_3c18608c-4af0-11e1-a93b-001871e3ce6c.html">Southern Cayuga down to 3 finalists</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/new-group-puts-focus-on-early-childhood/article_2ea211dc-4af0-11e1-b197-001871e3ce6c.html">New group puts focus on early childhood</a> (Business/Economy, Education, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/editorial/our-view-legislators-convenience-not-the-point/article_4190ab66-4acb-11e1-95e5-001871e3ce6c.html">editorial: Legislators’ convenience not the point</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/opinion/columnists/carole-estabrook-it-s-never-too-late-to-learn/article_2f3fb560-4acb-11e1-b8fa-001871e3ce6c.html">Carole Estabrook: It’s never too late to learn </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_cc5f819c-4a92-11e1-96eb-001871e3ce6c.html">Police presence at Le Roy school, park; Superintendent responds</a> (Education, Healthcare, Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_85ca6de2-4aff-11e1-8899-001871e3ce6c.html">Albion looks at moving village elections to June </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290362/Court-rules-Broome-river-issue?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Court rules in Broome river issue</a> (Environment, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290340/Some-against-Cuomo-s-plan-cut-regional-DOT-offices?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Some against Cuomo's plan to cut regional DOT offices</a> (Local Government, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290350/Tioga-County-begins-updates-hazard-mitigation-plan?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Tioga County begins updates for hazard mitigation plan</a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/opinions/x842389817/EDITORIAL-Watch-how-the-state-spends-your-tax-dollars">editorial: Watch how the state spends your tax dollars</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Capitol Confidential</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110871/capny-will-cuomo-veto-eventually/">CapNY: Will Cuomo veto, eventually?</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110851/mclaughlin-aims-at-mcdonald-though-not-by-name/">McLaughlin aims at McDonald, though not by name</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110825/paladino-faults-cuomo-also-senate-gop/">Paladino faults Cuomo, also Senate GOP</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Catskill Daily Mail</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25971312627090841750.txt">C-A begins budget process</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25991177d3e444337688.txt">Athens Little League gets $700 grant</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>City Room (NY Times)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/12-arrested-at-n-y-c-march-for-oakland-protesters/?ref=nyregion">12 Arrested at Manhattan March for Oakland Protesters</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Corning Leader</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.the-leader.com/topstories/x842390661/Three-Rivers-official-Drilling-may-be-a-long-way-off">Three Rivers official: Drilling may be a long way off</a> (Business/Economy, Energy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.herkimertelegram.com/news/x675929244/Local-leaders-discuss-their-goals-for-the-year">Local leaders discuss their goals for the year</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Daily Politics</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/assembly-dems-to-push-850-minimum-wage">Assembly Dems To Push $8.50 Minimum Wage </a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/mazel-tov-to-danny-odonnell-and-his-new-spouse">Mazel Tov to Danny O'Donnell And His New Spouse</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568071/Westfield-given-grant-for-boosting-waterfront.html?nav=5047">Westfield given grant for boosting waterfront</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568073/Family-Treatment-Drug-Court-graduates-honored.html?nav=5047">Family Treatment Drug Court graduates honored</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568060/Hockey--Effort-puts-cancer-on-ice.html?nav=5009">editorial: Hockey: Effort puts cancer on ice</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290338/Elmira-City-Council-hold-budget-hearing?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Elmira City Council to hold budget hearing</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/301300013/Schools-can-t-apply-grants">Schools can't apply for grants</a> (Business/Economy, Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290323/Overtime-increases-state-government?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Overtime increases for state government</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS10/201290367/Assembly-speaker-introduce-minimum-wage-hike-bill-Monday?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|p">Assembly speaker to introduce minimum-wage hike bill Monday</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300316/Niagara-Falls-Air-Reserve-Station-defense-cuts?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Defense cuts could target Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station</a> (Business/Economy, Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300315/Department-of-Transportation-road-projects?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Road project specifics still lacking</a> (State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS/301300067/Senate-maps-by-legislative-task-force-slammed-partisan">Senate maps by legislative task force slammed as partisan</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/washington-county-leaders-look-to-further-broadband-access/article_275efe82-4ad5-11e1-b9a6-001871e3ce6c.html">Washington County leaders look to further broadband access </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/abraham-wing-district-says-it-s-close-to-contract-deal/article_af491e36-4abc-11e1-8b8f-001871e3ce6c.html">Abraham Wing district says it's close to contract deal </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/amid-new-economic-reality-glens-falls-gears-up-for-teacher/article_dc5fc93e-4abb-11e1-a5a1-001871e3ce6c.html">Amid new economic reality, Glens Falls gears up for teacher contract talks </a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/bolton-eyes-repairs-with-long-unused-state-funds/article_d5e1318e-4a1f-11e1-8148-0019bb2963f4.html">Bolton eyes repairs with long-unused state funds</a> (Education, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544149/Neighbors-look-forward-to-tech-park-at-Tryon-site.html?nav=5011">Neighbors look forward to tech park at Tryon site</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544159/Paperless-report-cards-get-passing-marks.html?nav=5011">Paperless report cards get passing marks</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544161/Montgomery-County-supervisors-OK-additional--8K-for-OFA.html?nav=5011">Montgomery?County supervisors OK additional $8K for OFA</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544167/Be-prepared-for-new-law.html?nav=5005">editorial: Be prepared for new law</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/topstories/x1672350729/New-Hornell-airport-hangar-named-for-Jessup">New Hornell airport hangar named for Jessup</a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290321/National-groups-getting-involved-Le-Roy-cluster-case?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">National groups getting involved in Le Roy cluster case</a> (Environment, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290333/Proposed-gas-drilling-moratorium-Caroline-face-scrutiny?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Proposed gas drilling moratorium in Caroline to face scrutiny</a> (Energy, Environment, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290357/Hearing-Tuesday-redistricting?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Hearing Tuesday on redistricting</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290358/Accessibility-ideas-sought-city-comprehensive-plan?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Accessibility ideas sought for city comprehensive plan</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598265/State-Increases-Projection.html?nav=5192">Despite Collecting Just $27.5 Million From Cigarette Tax, Officials Plan For $100 Million In 2013</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS/301300050/Demand-rises-housing-subsidies-Lower-Hudson-Valley">Demand rises for housing subsidies in Lower Hudson Valley</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS03/301300053/Ramapo-tidies-housing-site-approving-2-family-homes-management-pact">Ramapo tidies housing site, approving 2-family homes in management pact</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS03/301300059/Haverstraw-Town-Board-report">Haverstraw Town Board report</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS04/301300038/New-Putnam-highway-chief-appointed">New Putnam highway chief appointed</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS03/301300066/New-Hempstead-moves-close-religious-school?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">New Hempstead moves to close religious school</a> (Education, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120130/NEWS/301300051/Mt-Kisco-Pleasantville-look-join-Westchester-police-department?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Mt. Kisco, Pleasantville look to join Westchester police department</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25d7a686753450663156.txt">More area students getting free, reduced-price lunches</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25d81a0fc01641233910.txt">Kingston mayor wants no added fee for landlords</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25d9d3e4e5a044964541.txt">Area educators find Obama plan interesting but question if it is enforceable</a> (Education, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25d88c6ba7d023183369.txt">SEATING ARRANGEMENTS: Girl Scout troop comes up with designs for layout of Ulster Legislature chamber following downsizing</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f25fbf1dbbc8095333319.txt">Area county executives to discuss collaboration</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Lockport Union Sun & Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x1296873225/Niagara-Orleans-counties-working-as-partners">Niagara, Orleans counties working as partners</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://lockportjournal.com/local/x647577012/Cuomo-Sell-upstate-power-downstate">Cuomo: Sell upstate power downstate</a> (Energy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120130/NEWS/201300333">Mutual-aid system ensures that help's there when needed </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120130/NEWS/120129718">Toll hikes to start Monday on some bridges in mid-Hudson region</a> (Business/Economy, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120130/NEWS/201300325">Solar panels driving lively debate in scenic Town and Village of Warwick, N.Y. </a> (Energy, Environment, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/bronx/sen-jeff-klein-gobble-large-swaths-bronx-controversial-redistricting-plan-albany-article-1.1013185">Controversial Albany redistricting plan realigns large swaths of the Bronx; pleasing some, angering others </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/brooklyn/plan-creates-brooklyn-asian-majority-legislative-district-pols-territories-reshaped-article-1.1013689">New plan creates Brooklyn’s first Asian-majority legislative district; other pols’ territories reshaped </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/democrats-love-gop-rep-bob-turner-district-article-1.1013781">Democrats love GOP Rep. Bob Turner (or at least his district) </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/gay-marriage-sponsor-assemblyman-daniel-o-donnell-ties-knot-partner-john-banta-article-1.1013776">Gay-marriage sponsor Assemblyman Daniel O'Donnell ties the knot with partner John Banta </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/money/york-state-democrats-propose-hike-state-minimum-wage-8-50-hour-article-1.1013708">New York State Democrats will propose hike in state minimum wage to $8.50 an hour</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/inkblot-districts-visible-proof-albany-gerrymandering-article-1.1013204">editorial: Inkblot districts are visible proof of Albany’s gerrymandering </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/study-proves-small-schools-key-student-success-article-1.1013201">editorial: Study proves new small schools are key to student success </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/limiting-size-banks-upper-west-side-sense-article-1.1013211">editorial: Limiting the size of banks on the upper West Side makes no sense </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/thugs-steal-children-lives-article-1.1013173">Stanley Crouch: Thugs still steal our children’s lives </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/brooklyn/fast_lew_se_with_parking_laws_QfvwViALpB9KD9FWDv58VO">Fast & Lew-se with parking laws</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/new_york_gopers_fearing_disaster_SuwdHfVxFrFXcqLAmtuSEM">Fredric U. Dicker: New York GOPers fearing a ‘disaster’ Gingrich victory</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/the_unions_edge_mmVkhIfIYt2bQaRBFQO8HI">editorial: The unions’ edge</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/ny_closed_for_business_k3QFL5HLgquZ6Tjsye6fOI">editorial: NY: Closed for business</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/of_films_and_fear_e8UbGROFizSTvSELdLAbBL">M. Zudhi Jasser: Of films and fear</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/cuomo_ny_teachers_best_hope_SkpUX1fEesxX8vB36YsfJK">S. Morris & E. Stone: Cuomo: NY teachers’ best hope</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mta_union_railing_over_quota_mail_qquGUGShhnppQBDpGAe9IP">MTA union railing over quota e-mail</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/mayor_qwerty_li_secret_6mIgFex6qoJ0fsWPHGpr1I">Mayor’s qwerty li’l secret</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/liu_crew_has_hit_card_times_o1GjicJTWlQVXU6MixqBLO">Liu crew has hit ‘card’ times</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/nyregion/plan-for-soho-business-improvement-district-generates-debate.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Critics of SoHo Proposal Ask, You Call This Improvement?</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/nyregion/albany-bill-would-raise-the-new-york-state-minimum-wage-to-8-50.html?ref=nyregion">With Focus on Income Inequality, Albany Bill Will Seek $8.50 Minimum Wage</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/nyregion/financial-services-agencys-reach-spurs-criticism-of-cuomo.html?ref=nyregion">Expanding Reach, Cuomo Creates Second Cop on Financial Beat</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/nyregion/new-york-bar-association-proposes-sealing-some-criminal-records.html?ref=nyregion">Proposal to Cut Some Felonies From Records</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://mediadecoder.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/29/facebook-users-to-put-political-views-up-in-lights-on-times-square/?ref=politics">Facebook Users to Put Political Views Up in Lights on Times Square</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/30/opinion/the-nypd-needs-policing.html?ref=opinion">F. Patel & E. Goitein: It’s Time to Police the N.Y.P.D.</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/bill-seeks-aid-to-fight-drugged-driving-1.3488501">Bill seeks aid to fight drugged driving</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/nassau-to-discuss-7-7m-bird-settlement-1.3488394">Nassau to discuss $7.7M Bird settlement</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/lirr-changes-aim-to-keep-riders-informed-1.3488424">LIRR changes aim to keep riders informed</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/dan-janison/initial-district-maps-show-pols-ambitions-1.3488313">Dan Janison: Initial district maps show pols' ambitions</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/state-probes-alleged-mining-at-farm-site-1.3488865">State probes alleged mining at farm site</a> (Business/Economy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/hempstead-oks-navy-water-treatment-facility-1.3488769">Hempstead OKs Navy water treatment facility</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/dem-official-patricia-cronin-83-dies-1.3488240">Dem official Patricia Cronin, 83, dies</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/brookhaven-supe-calls-for-redistricting-1.3488474">Brookhaven supe calls for redistricting</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/lipa-oversight-bill-nears-senate-vote-1.3488542">LIPA oversight bill nears Senate vote</a> (Business/Economy, Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/state-dems-raise-minimum-wage-to-8-50-1.3488869">State Dems: Raise minimum wage to $8.50</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/2-village-trustees-running-for-re-election-1.3488807">2 village trustees running for re-election</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/cuomo-watch-firing-back-on-pensions-1.3488393">Cuomo watch: Firing back on pensions</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/new-york-should-expand-dna-database-to-fight-crime-1.3485456">editorial: New York should expand DNA database to fight crime</a> (Law/Courts, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x897046060/Organizers-look-to-boost-area-economy">Organizers look to boost area economy</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x897046052/Otsego-may-benefit-from-tree-program">Otsego may benefit from tree program</a> (Business/Economy, Environment, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oswego Palladium-Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.palltimes.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f25d81c0279e247246265.txt">Special council meeting set for tonight</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897045996/ComLinks-program-a-test-case">ComLinks program a 'test case'</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897045986/Lake-Placid-playground-repairs-under-way">Lake Placid playground repairs under way</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/29/fernando-cabrera-marching-across-the-brooklyn-bridge-to-protest-ban-on-churches-renting-school-space/">Fernando Cabrera Marching Across The Brooklyn Bridge To Protest Ban On Churches Renting School Space</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/301300017/Dutchess-spared-1-8-million-counties-aid-inmate-transfer">Dutchess spared $1.8 million as counties aid inmate transfer</a> (Business/Economy, Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/301300015/bridge-tolls-hike-hudson">Commuters brace for toll hikes</a> (Business/Economy, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300324/University-of-Rochester-same-sex-benefits?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">UR to extend benefits to all couples</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/NEWS01/201300322/Occupy-Rochester-Oakland-protest-march?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Occupy Rochester backs Oakland protesters</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120130/OPINION04/301300008/Hydrofracking-Barack-Obama">editorial: Hydrofracking gets a higher profile, still has high stakes</a> (Energy, Environment, Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/30/130_prnmt/">editorial: Skittish about sex ed? Opting out is easy</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Spin Cycle (Newsday)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/art-of-redistricting-inkblot-impression-of-the-4th-a-d-1.3485226">Art of Redistricting: Inkblot impression of the 4th A.D.</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/art-of-redistricting-inkblot-impression-of-the-3rd-a-d-1.3485239">Art of Redistricting: Inkblot impression of the 3rd A.D.</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/art-of-redistricting-inkblot-impression-of-the-21st-a-d-1.3485217">Art of Redistricting: Inkblot impression of the 21st A.D.</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/breaking/spin-cycle-1.812042/suffolk-lavalle-says-he-can-t-forfeit-tainted-levy-funds-1.3488810">Suffolk: LaValle says he can't forfeit 'tainted' Levy funds</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>State of Politics (Liz Benjamin)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/paladino-to-support-primaries-against-senate-gop/">Paladino To Support Primaries Against Senate GOP</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/paladino-what-happened-to-the-a-team/">Paladino: What Happened To The A-Team?</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/mclaughlin-doesnt-rule-out-primary-against-mcdonald/">McLaughlin Doesn’t Rule Out Primary Against McDonald</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/a-new-challenger-to-gillibrand/">A New Challenger To Gillibrand?</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/staten_island_republicans_rall.html">Staten Island Republicans rally round Grimm</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/volunteers_to_count_the_homele.html">Volunteers to count the homeless tonight</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/lessons_for_the_learning_in_ta.html">Lessons for the learning in tale of two Staten Island tolls</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/new_allegations_question_grimm.html">New allegations question Grimm's campaign financing</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/syracuses_john_defrancisco_car.html">Syracuse's John DeFrancisco carries the fight to keep the Senate with the GOP</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/occupy_syracuse_protests_at_ma.html">Occupy Syracuse protests at Mayor's Ball</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f2604f29be41024024042.txt">Some question the purpose of stop signs at Gick Road and Jordan Drive North</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f2605a6f1177321009681.txt">Fallen Marine’s name now identifies Clifton Park road, helping emergency services in their 911 response</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/30/news/doc4f2613760c431274035452.txt">Road named for Trooper, Marine John J. McKenna IV</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/30/opinion/doc4f25fd18e8785794499205.txt">James V. Franco: At least they could spell the names right</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Utica Observer-Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1672351318/Is-Mohawk-Valley-EDGE-too-focused-on-Griffiss-projects">Is Mohawk Valley EDGE too focused on Griffiss projects?</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1605025097/Facing-10M-gap-Utica-schools-ask-public-to-push-for-aid">Facing $10M gap, Utica schools ask public to push for aid</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/opinion/x675931150/Our-view-We-all-must-be-eyes-ears-to-keep-children-safe">editorial: We all must be eyes, ears to keep children safe</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/opinion/x675931138/Guest-view-Doctor-knows-best-for-right-medical-care">Dr. J. Booth, Dr. S. Sharma & Dr. F. Dubeck: Doctor knows best for right medical care</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Watertown Daily Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120130/NEWS05/701309955/-1/NEWS">Massena BDC hires administrative assistant</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120130/NEWS05/701309973">Morristown parent upset with district’s handling of bullying issue addresses school board</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120130/NEWS05/701309975">Burned-out Canton house remains a problem</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120130/NEWS07/701309977">South Colton dog trainer refuses to answer AG subpoenas</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> epage06ed tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-01-29:21224 2012-01-29T10:01:00Z 2012-01-29T13:46:38Z

<ul> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS/301290056/Bipartisan-group-sees-key-solving-N-Y-s-issues?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">Bipartisan group sees key to solving N.Y.'s issues</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/arrests-occupy-party-williamsburg-brooklyn-article-1.1013588">Arrests at Occupy party in Williamsburg, Brooklyn </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290343/New-Albany-lot-like-old-Albany-redistricting?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">New Albany a lot like old Albany with redistricting </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS/301290056/Bipartisan-group-sees-key-solving-N-Y-s-issues?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">Bipartisan group sees key to solving N.Y.'s issues</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/arrests-occupy-party-williamsburg-brooklyn-article-1.1013588">Arrests at Occupy party in Williamsburg, Brooklyn </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290343/New-Albany-lot-like-old-Albany-redistricting?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">New Albany a lot like old Albany with redistricting </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/nyras-choice/17628/">editorial: NYRA’s choice</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/a-bright-idea-%E2%80%A8for-solar-energy/17630/">editorial: A bright idea for solar energy</a> (Energy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Clifton-Park-has-a-house-but-no-use-for-it-yet-2791989.php">Clifton Park has a house but no use for it yet </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Redistricting-lines-test-voter-loyalty-2787983.php">Redistricting lines test voter loyalty (partial story)</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Legislator-Restore-Albany-Rensselaer-bridge-as-a-2757734.php">Legislator: Restore Albany-Rensselaer bridge as a walkway</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS/301290056/Bipartisan-group-sees-key-solving-N-Y-s-issues?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com">Bipartisan group sees key to solving N.Y.'s issues</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280339/Cuomo-urges-talks-pay-raises-lawmakers?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Cuomo urges talks on pay raises for lawmakers </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/ny_bar_association_backs_seali.html">NY Bar Association backs sealing criminal records </a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/county-could-see-familiar-face-in-state-senate-in/article_b4503d14-4a22-11e1-bccf-001871e3ce6c.html">County could see familiar face in state Senate in 2013</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/local-teachers-center-fretting-funding/article_dec27912-496a-11e1-a7e5-0019bb2963f4.html">Local teachers center fretting funding</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/downtown-offices-need-a-lift/article_aebf7558-496a-11e1-ab4a-0019bb2963f4.html">Downtown County offices need a lift</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_7ba10376-49ec-11e1-8f4c-001871e3ce6c.html">School superintendent responds to national media attention given Le Roy students' mystery illness</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280326/Flooding-leaves-region-nursing-home-bed-shortage?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Flooding leaves region with nursing home bed shortage </a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280327/Cuts-Broome-capacity-raise-question-need">Cuts in Broome capacity raise question of need</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280348/Court-rules-Broome-river-issue?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Court rules in Broome river issue </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/120128003/Gasoline-spill-reported-Owego?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Gasoline spill reported in Owego </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120129/VIEWPOINTS02/201290309/Guest-Viewpoint-Tier-protests-sowed-seeds-N-Y-drilling-moratorium?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Tim Wilber: Tier protests sowed seeds of N.Y. drilling moratorium</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Buffalo News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/capital-connection/albany/article717280.ece">Grisanti’s proposed new district not without pitfalls </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/article717098.ece">Signing up for self-promotion </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/batavia-genesee-county/article716955.ece">Le Roy students, public still seek answers </a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/buffalo/article717264.ece">Demolition contracts in Buffalo: 57 structures awarded </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/article717159.ece">Niagara County meetings and hearings this week</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/article717242.ece">Town of Niagara prepares to mark its 200th anniversary this year </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/erie-county/article717322.ece">WNY agencies for families among recipients statewide </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/article717307.ece">Six Niagara unions join forces over insurance </a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-county/article717321.ece">Wheatfield, Wilson follow Lockport’s recycling lead </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/columns/donn-esmonde/article717293.ece">Donn Esmonde: Niagara SPCA is hellhole </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/columns/bob-mccarthy/article717182.ece">Bob McCarthy: Cuomo recognizes WNY’s frustration </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/business/business-columns/david-robinson/article717276.ece">David Robinson: Good news and bad in job figures </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/from-our-readers/another-voice/article717221.ece">Russell Gugino: Party cannot win if it won’t compete for voters </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/news/x675930515/Your-right-to-know-Public-records-will-soon-be-just-a-mouse-click-away">Your right to know: Public records will soon be just a mouse click away </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/news/x1672351223/Canandaigua-explores-helmet-rules-for-skate-park">Canandaigua explores helmet rules for skate park </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/news/x1605024621/Plan-would-expand-Ewing-center-in-Canandaigua">Plan would expand Ewing center in Canandaigua </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568038/Lash-discusses-hydro-fracking.html?nav=5047">Lash discusses hydro-fracking </a> (Energy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568040/Occupy-Fredonia-continues-to-meet--plan.html?nav=5047">Occupy Fredonia continues to meet, plan </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568041/Family-of-attorney-speaks-out.html?nav=5047">Family of attorney speaks out </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568042/By-the-numbers.html?nav=5047">A closer look at Dunkirk’s $21.4 million budget </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568022/Congressman-Higgins-fights-to-keep-Jamestown-Airport-eligible-for-federal-program.html?nav=5007">Congressman Higgins fights to keep Jamestown Airport eligible for federal program </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568031/Major-project--few-details.html?nav=5046">editorial: Major project, few details </a> </li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/568032/Similar-plights-are-elsewhere.html?nav=5044">editorial: Similar plights are elsewhere </a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280388/Elmira-arena-s-future-question?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Elmira arena's future in question </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280335/Dismissal-Elmira-police-brutality-suit-sought?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Dismissal of Elmira police brutality suit sought </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120129/VIEWPOINTS02/201290312/Guest-Viewpoint-Elmira-schools-consolidation-would-cause-more-problems-later?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Charlene Fleming: Elmira schools consolidation would cause more problems later</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_dcf357a2-4a17-11e1-b1c4-0019bb2963f4.html">EYE ON GOVERNMENT: FL leaders OK with redistricting process — for now </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_032f8b02-4a18-11e1-becb-0019bb2963f4.html">Lyons school board members agree on new superintendent </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_e6e7a168-4a18-11e1-a6c4-0019bb2963f4.html">Lawsuit against ex-Seneca sheriff is dismissed </a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290343/New-Albany-lot-like-old-Albany-redistricting?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">New Albany a lot like old Albany with redistricting </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290337/Grants-N-Y-schools-present-challenges?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Grants for N.Y. schools present challenges </a> (Education, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290341/Poll-Majority-voters-think-state-right-path?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Home|s">Poll: Majority of voters think state is on the right path </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/complaints-spur-investigations-at-warren-county-jail/article_2296edb4-4a22-11e1-903a-0019bb2963f4.html">Complaints spur investigations at Warren County Jail</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/price-chopper-confirms-it-is-considering-building-store-at-exit/article_6a932116-4921-11e1-88bf-0019bb2963f4.html">Price Chopper confirms it is considering building store at Exit 23</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544149/Neighbors-look-forward-to-tech-park-at-Tryon-site.html?nav=5011">Neighbors look forward to tech park at Tryon site</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544159/Paperless-report-cards-get-passing-marks.html?nav=5011">Paperless report cards get passing marks</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544160/Program-collecting-DWI-fines.html?nav=5011">Program collecting DWI fines</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544161/Montgomery-County-supervisors-OK-additional--8K-for-OFA.html?nav=5011">Montgomery?County supervisors OK additional $8K for OFA</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544167/Be-prepared-for-new-law.html?nav=5005">editorial: Be prepared for new law</a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/news/x842389754/Redistricting-plan-splits-Steuben-County-into-three-Assembly-districts">Redistricting plan splits Steuben County into three Assembly districts</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120128/VIEWPOINTS02/201280303/Guest-Viewpoint-Heights-officials-don-t-listen-vote-them-out?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Viewpoints|p">Elizabeth Root: Heights officials don't listen, so vote them </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598184/Deadline-Shortened-To-Reclaim-Foreclosures.html?nav=5192">Deadline Shortened To Reclaim Foreclosures </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598227/Budget-Talks-Begin.html?nav=5057">SWCS May Change JV Soccer Program, Add Advanced Science Class </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598236/Westfield-Looking-For-Ways-To-Save.html?nav=5057">Westfield Looking For Ways To Save </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598186/Why-Not-Develop-Celoron-s-Waterfront-.html?nav=5010">editorial: Why Not Develop Celoron’s Waterfront? </a> </li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS02/301290044/Race-Top-costs-leave-schools-behind">Race to the Top costs leave NY schools behind </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS02/301290053/Labor-ills-budget-gap-slam-Westchester-Medical-Center">Labor ills, budget gap slam Westchester Medical Center </a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/301290058/Haverstraw-holds-town-reorganization-meeting">Haverstraw holds town reorganization meeting </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS02/301270066/CVS-permit-Armonk-challenged-over-process-effect-town-character?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">CVS permit for Armonk challenged over process, effect on town character</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS02/301290048/State-police-Mount-Kisco-pedestrian-hit-probes-could-take-months?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">State police: Mount Kisco pedestrian-hit probes could take months </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS02/301290046/Sleepy-Hollow-Democrats-raucous-caucus-police-called?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Sleepy Hollow Democrats have 'raucous' caucus, police called </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/301290062/Rockland-IDA-recoups-1-9M-from-Olympus-after-company-s-departure?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Rockland%20County,%20New%20York">Rockland IDA recoups $1.9M from Olympus after company's departure </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/301290063/Nyack-acts-speeding-complaints-North-Midland-Ave-?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Rockland%20County,%20New%20York">Nyack acts on speeding complaints for North Midland Ave.</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/NEWS04/301290051/Lacrosse-feud-reveals-ex-coaching-volunteer-felony-not-checked-by-Carmel">Lacrosse feud reveals ex-coaching volunteer with felony not checked by Carmel</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/COLUMNIST08/301290043/Cuomo-will-get-legal-casino-gambling-maybe-shouldn-t?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Phil Reisman: Cuomo will get legal casino gambling, but maybe shouldn't </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120129/OPINION/301290033/More-planning-needed-TZB">editorial: More planning needed for TZB </a> (Transportation)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24b03481e83723895924.txt">Battle brewing over appointments to Ulster County board that will oversee Golden Hill sale</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24aeb20a386202914218.txt">Kingston High School principal heads coalition to aid at-risk students (video)</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24aeff1f24e224043195.txt">New Paltz town supervisor vows to revive senior citizens' task force</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f23ed423228a304099258.txt">Whooping cough case confirmed at Orange County school</a> (Education, Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120129/ADV01/301299967/-1/dco01">Loans Assist Maple Producers </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120129/ADV01/301299997/-1/dco01">Area Superintendents Train To Handle Abuse </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120129/ADV01/301299998/-1/dco01">County's Schools In Fiscal Crisis </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120129/ADV01/301299988/-1/dco01">Ogdensburg Considers Better Design Standards </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120129/ADV01/301299965/-1/dco01">Canton Balks At Cost To Remove Eyesore </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120129/ADV01/301299968/-1/dco01">Doheny Rakes In Big-Money Donations </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Middletown Times Herald-Record (sub. required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120129/NEWS/201290326/-1/NEWS">Orange Bureau Confidential: Salons share spaces to overcome disasters</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120129/NEWS/201290323/-1/NEWS">Steve Israel: Future of NY fracking seems to be faltering </a> (Business/Economy, Energy, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120129/NEWS/201290316/-1/NEWS">Sullivan may pursue smaller jail</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120129/NEWS/201290315/-1/NEWS">Barry Lewis: Deen needs a heaping helping of straight talk</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120129/NEWS/201290321">They served at war; now vets seek work</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/arrests-occupy-party-williamsburg-brooklyn-article-1.1013588">Arrests at Occupy party in Williamsburg, Brooklyn </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/history-shows-rush-judgment-greg-kelly-case-article-1.1013004">History shows we shouldn't rush to judgment in Greg Kelly case </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/greg-kelly-defense-attorney-andrew-lankler-a-highly-regarded-manhattan-courthouse-veteran-article-1.1013472">Greg Kelly's defense attorney, Andrew Lankler, is a 'highly regarded' Manhattan courthouse veteran </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nypd-accused-pimping-salacious-phone-tap-tells-daily-news-a-pimp-article-1.1013602">NYPD cop accused of pimping after salacious phone-tap tells Daily News 'I'm not a pimp' </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/social-work-a-felony-article-1.1013166">David Nocenti: When social work is a felony </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/gov-cuomo-veto-ridiculous-senate-assembly-districts-article-1.1013199">editorial: Gov. Cuomo must veto ridiculous new Senate and Assembly districts </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/gov-cuomo-act-decisively-ailing-brooklyn-hospitals-article-1.1013196">editorial: Gov. Cuomo must act decisively on three ailing Brooklyn hospitals </a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/chancellor-wallcott-orders-top-high-schools-admit-students-special-article-1.1013405">Chancellor Wallcott orders top high schools to admit more students with special needs </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/city-expand-recycling-program-include-rigid-plastics-article-1.1013171">City to expand recycling program to include “rigid” plastics </a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Post</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/pol_push_to_ban_eating_in_the_subway_ZvKq3qRxecSkAMTWoE6wmJ">Pol push to ban eating in the subway </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/andy_feeling_the_dem_love_jVREqMQkHvWPL73JaOSvoO">Andy feeling the Dem love</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/great_news_safety_stats_flubbed_7ceNv6IvsaaQniJvUFmqBK">David Seifman: ‘Great news’ safety stats flubbed</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/message_to_andrew_PKwjUZcGNoG0oJSyHv0lAN">editorial: O’s message to Andrew</a> (Energy, Environment, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/nyc_latest_whizzes_DudL6FQ6n7ATTms81y3FrK">NYC’s latest whizzes</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/the_foursaken_pttMOgapfL5ZisEagJE1cM">Kyle Smith: The foursaken</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/29/nyregion/scraping-the-40000-ceiling-at-new-york-city-private-schools.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Bracing for $40,000 at City Private Schools </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/silver-master-of-the-political-chess-game-1.3487007">Silver: Master of the political chess game </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/ny-told-to-boost-stormwater-runoff-rules-1.3486986">NY told to boost stormwater runoff rules </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/hempstead-marchers-protest-foreclosures-1.3487009">Hempstead marchers protest foreclosures </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics">LIRR forum in Wantagh to address commuter concerns </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/la-casa-cafe-owner-signs-town-contract-1.3485165">La Casa Café owner signs town contract </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/commack-seeks-9-11-victims-names-for-school-memorial-1.3481972">Commack seeks 9/11 victims’ names for school memorial </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/columnists/joye-brown/da-rice-gets-ahead-while-staying-put-1.3486970">Joye Brown: DA Rice gets ahead while staying put </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x950977328/Essex-County-updates-tourism-marketing">Essex County updates tourism marketing</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x950977318/Grants-awarded-to-assist-with-storm-recovery">Grants awarded to assist with storm recovery</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0201_editorials/x950977286/Editorial-Schools-wise-to-explore-merger">editorial: Schools wise to explore merger</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> 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href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/301290072/Logs-reveal-3-cases-justice-delayed">Logs reveal 3 cases of justice delayed </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/120128014/Dutchess-Democrats-urge-Cuomo-veto-redistricting-plan">Dutchess Democrats urge Cuomo to veto redistricting </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120127/NEWS04/301270024/Land-easement-protects-Olana-views?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com|s">Land easement protects Olana views </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120122/NEWS04/301220023/Boat-center-gets-400-000-grant?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com|s">Clearwater gets grant for education and boatbuilding center </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120129/OPINION04/301290071/Eliminating-deputy-supervisor-post-Stanford-disgrace?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">Virginia Stern: Eliminating deputy supervisor post in Stanford a disgrace</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120129/OPINION01/301290043/Jail-crowding-solutions-must-found?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">editorial: Jail crowding solutions must be found </a> (Law/Courts)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/NEWS01/201290340/Erin-Brockovich-Le-Roy-Tourette-s-symptoms?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Erin Brockovich reps ordered off Le Roy school grounds </a> (Education, Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/BUSINESS/201290357/Kodak-Chapter-11?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Past cases show Kodak faces pain in Chapter 11 </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/BUSINESS/201290322/Homes-real-estate-market?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Home|p">Area housing market bouncing back </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/BUSINESS/201290323/Xerox-gets-aid-jobs-paying-25-000-?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Home|s">Xerox gets aid for jobs paying $25,000 </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/BUSINESS/201290324/Eastman-Kodak-bankruptcy-mental-health?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Home|s">Bankruptcy could spark anxiety, grief in Kodak workers </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/BUSINESS0107/201290329/If-Rochester-losing-these-guys-will-take-more-">Steve Sink: If Rochester is losing, these guys will take more of it</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/BUSINESS0108/201290326/Kodak-bankruptcy-young-professionals">Todd Clausen: Breaking up (with Kodak) is hard to do</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/OPINION04/301290012/Redistricting-New-York-Cuomo">editorial: Cuomo must follow through on veto threat </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120129/OPINION04/301290011/Condoms-Rochester-schools">editorial: Home rule stands </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/29/0129_budget/">Groups work behind the scenes to get their interests into state budget plan</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/29/129_prrints/">editorial: Niskayuna's picayune yard waste fee</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/29/0129_strock/">Carl Strock: Tedisco on his way to being a country boy</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/29/0129_berger/">Peter Berger: Teachers’ conferences are often awash in unhelpful jargon</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/at_staten_islands_ps_14_parent.html">At Staten Island's PS 14, parents care, but NYC and Staten Island officials ... not so much </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/behind_nycs_restaurant_grades.html">Behind NYC's restaurant grades, Department of Health inspectors are scrutinized</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.silive.com/politics/2012/01/ignizio_aims_to_succeed_oddo_a.html">Ignizio aims to succeed Oddo as GOP leader </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/staten_island_rep_michael_grim_11.html">Staten Island Rep. Michael Grimm accused of using Israeli ties, collecting illegal political contributions </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/staten_island_congressman_mich_1.html">Staten Island Congressman Michael Grimm fund-raising practices, connections to Israelis scrutinized, according to report </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/01/a_kangaroo_hearing.html">editorial: A kangaroo hearing </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/erin_maxwell_case_a_time_of_le.html">Erin Maxwell case a time of learning, change for Oswego County Department of Social Services</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/occupy_syracuse_protests_at_ma.html">Occupy Syracuse protests at Mayor's Ball</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f246f3f3c5d9218662475.txt">Saratoga Springs Police Department facing lowest number of officers on the beat</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24a5dd68ceb027029354.txt">Moreau Town Board trims Moreau Rescue Squad's funding because squad refused to reveal financial records</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/29/opinion/doc4f242b6e79cbd307740432.txt">Barbara Lombardo: Curious goings-on at Housing Authority</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/29/opinion/doc4f242a90dc0d9292569928.txt">editorial: County budget process must be open</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24fcf3d6e4d985888384.txt">Sanctuary for Independent Media's director hopes to build positive relationship with city</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24fc3228598511824505.txt">Cohoes City School District superintendent takes raise despite promising salary freeze</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/29/news/doc4f24ab337c9ca897785257.txt">City of Rensselaer officials promise more compliance after audit</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Utica Observer-Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/opinion/x1672351010/Managing-editors-view-Food-could-be-fuel-for-area-economy">Ron Johns: Food could be fuel for area economy </a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Watertown Daily Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/701299876/-1/news">With smaller districts, voters for Senate in NNY have more sway</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/701299886/-1/news">Doheny’s first month of fundraising brings in $306K</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/701299894">North country schools grapple with lunch changes</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/701299884/0/NEWS03">Maple producers benefit from DANC loans</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS05/701299882">Ogdensburg considers a different approach on zoning</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS05/701299917">DOT sends warning about Morristown’s Bay Bridge</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS05/701299919">Massena nurses plan informational picket next week</a> (Business/Economy, Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/NEWS03/701299929">South Jefferson Central School District sees big</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/OPINION01/701299973/-1/opinion">editorial: Redistricting: eject proposed plans</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120129/OPINION01/701299969/-1/opinion">editorial: Leaving school early</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Your News Now (TIme Warner Cable)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571846/occupy-syracuse-holds-a-ball/">Occupy Syracuse holds a ball </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> epage06ed tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-01-28:21222 2012-01-28T09:57:00Z 2012-01-29T11:47:14Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/cuomo-defends-closed-door-session-with-executives-and-lobbyists.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Cuomo Defends Closed Session With Executives and Lobbyists </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Cuomo-says-he-will-veto-NY-redistricting-plan-2758826.php">Cuomo says he will veto NY redistricting plan </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nypd-commissioner-raymond-kelly-face-reporters-wake-rape-allegation-son-article-1.1012816">NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly dodges questions about rape allegation against his son </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/301280021/Senate-districts-seen-partisan?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com|s">Senate districts seen as partisan </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/cuomo-defends-closed-door-session-with-executives-and-lobbyists.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Cuomo Defends Closed Session With Executives and Lobbyists </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Associated Press</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Cuomo-says-he-will-veto-NY-redistricting-plan-2758826.php">Cuomo says he will veto NY redistricting plan </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nypd-commissioner-raymond-kelly-face-reporters-wake-rape-allegation-son-article-1.1012816">NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly dodges questions about rape allegation against his son </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/301280021/Senate-districts-seen-partisan?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com|s">Senate districts seen as partisan </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Adirondack Daily Enterprise</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529013/Conservancy-won-t-appeal-ACR-right-of-way-decision.html?nav=5008">Conservancy won’t appeal ACR right-of-way decision </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/529015/End-in-sight-for-Saranac-Lake-water-project.html?nav=5008">End in sight for Saranac Lake water project </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Records-detail-Saratoga-Springs-Housing-2763104.php">Records detail Saratoga Springs Housing Authority's travel tab</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Bobcat-bounce-back-means-more-hunting-2762151.php">Bobcat bounce-back means more hunting</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/U-S-judge-sets-June-primary-date-2762114.php">U.S. judge sets June primary date</a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Bet-it-on-the-track-2759142.php">James Featherstonaugh: Bet it on the track</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Associated Press</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Cuomo-says-he-will-veto-NY-redistricting-plan-2758826.php">Cuomo says he will veto NY redistricting plan </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Cuomo-defends-role-at-Democratic-fundraiser-2758820.php">Cuomo defends role at Democratic fundraiser </a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Auburn Citizen</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://auburnpub.com/news/local/central-new-york-regional-economic-development-council-to-meet-monday/article_1ce271d6-492d-11e1-a59e-0019bb2963f4.html">Central New York Regional Economic Development Council to meet Monday </a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Batavia Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_33e60980-4921-11e1-864f-001871e3ce6c.html">Activist Erin Brockovich looking into Le Roy illnesses</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_e0908ede-4968-11e1-8db3-001871e3ce6c.html">Burling doesn't expect OK of new district lines</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailynewsonline.com/news/article_65601730-4967-11e1-9cef-001871e3ce6c.html">Dangerous synthetic drug sees increased use locally</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270356/Maine-Endwell-survey-seeks-feedback-programs-exceeding-levy?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Maine-Endwell survey seeks feedback on programs, exceeding levy </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270381/JC-residents-can-learn-about-flood-buyouts?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">JC residents can learn about flood buyouts </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.pressconnects.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270361/Area-lawmakers-expect-changes-N-Y-redistricting-plan?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|p">Area lawmakers expect changes to N.Y. redistricting plan </a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Buffalo News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/capital-connection/albany/article716932.ece">Cuomo boosts private fundraiser </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/buffalo/article716928.ece">Buffalo School Board considers adding a student member </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/buffalo/article716739.ece">EPA approves plan to raze Kensington Heights </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/southern-tier/article716886.ece">Salamanca City Council hires company to update fixed assets </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://blogs.buffalonews.com/school_zone/2012/01/who-will-find-buffalos-next-superintendent.html">Who will find Buffalo's next superintendent? </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/erie-county/article716584.ece">Probe details 'horrific' animal cruelty at Niagara SPCA </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/erie-county/article716920.ece">320 local soldiers called up for duty </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/southern-erie/article716934.ece">FOIL requests to Holland Schools rising, superintendent reports </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/from-our-readers/another-voice/article716925.ece">Margaret Borchert: As a children’s lobbyist, Cuomo should rethink tests </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/buffalo-news-editorials/article716880.ece">editorial: State Legislature’s self-serving redistricting is politics at its worst </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial-page/buffalo-news-editorials/article716851.ece">editorial: Hearings will let NFTA customers have a say in closing budget deficit </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/article716948.ece">Biotech firm's deals promising for area </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/article716947.ece">Candidates evaluate new districts </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/niagara-falls/article716924.ece">Area congressmen urge Panetta to protect air base </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.buffalonews.com/city/communities/north-buffalo-hertel/article716929.ece">Bryan to retire from Nichols after 30 years </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Canandaigua Daily Messenger</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpnnow.com/news/x675926336/Residents-sound-off-on-Ontario-County-Landfill">Residents sound off on Ontario County Landfill </a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Capitol Confidential</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110310/judge-sharpe-sets-june-26-primary/">Judge Sharpe sets June 26 as primary date</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110314/mceneny-less-time-to-pot-around/">McEneny: ‘Less time to pot around’</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110262/highlights-cuomo-at-democratic-governor%E2%80%99s-conference/">Cuomo at Democratic Governors conference</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/110285/this-week-on-nyn-nozzolio-defends-latfor/">This week on ‘NYN’: Nozzolio defends LATFOR (video)</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Catskill Daily Mail</h2> <ul> <li><a href="www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f238c45b9ba9161354914.txt">Gibson: Health care for all veterans</a> (Federal Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.thedailymail.net/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f238d6383f89091862641.txt">Budget Forum to be held Monday at Catskill Middle School</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>City Room (NY Times)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/judge-moves-congressional-primary-date-to-june/?ref=nyregion">Judge Moves Congressional Primary Date to June</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/charter-school-releases-an-ad-supporting-cuomo/?ref=nyregion">Charter School Releases an Ad Supporting Cuomo</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/cablevision-workers-in-brooklyn-vote-to-join-union/?ref=nyregion">Cablevision Workers in Brooklyn Vote to Join Union</a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>Daily Politics</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/attempting-to-solve-the-mortgage-crisis">Attempting To Solve The Mortgage Crisis</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/judge-hold-ny-congressional-primaries-in-june">Judge: Hold NY Congressional Primaries In June</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/sen-gillibrand-announces-academy-nominations">Sen. Gillibrand Announces Academy Nominations</a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/dinapoli-reverses-on-contract-after-changes">DiNapoli Reverses On Contract After Changes</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/senate-democrats-go-on-the-attack-over-new-district-maps">Senate Democrats Go On The Attack Over New District Maps</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/01/was-that-2010-vote-count-too-damn-low">Was That 2010 Vote Count Too DAMN Low?</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Dunkirk Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/567997/Edwards-says-state-budget-savings-are-far-off.html?nav=5047">Edwards says state budget savings are far off </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/567998/Higgins-makes-visit-to-Silver-Creek.html?nav=5047">Higgins makes visit to Silver Creek </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/567988/Teresi-applauds-Cuomo-s--Tier-6-.html?nav=5007">Teresi applauds Cuomo’s ‘Tier 6’ </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/567989/Westfield-town-officials-take-oath.html?nav=5007">Westfield town officials take oath </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/567990/Some-of-the-best--worst-of-the-week.html?nav=5044">editorial: Some of the best, worst of the week </a> </li> </ul> <h2>Elmira Star Gazette</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270337/Town-Chemung-cited-tax-cap?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Town of Chemung cited on tax cap </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270314/O-Mara-backs-bill-full-state-takeover-Medicaid?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|News|s">O'Mara backs bill for full state takeover of Medicaid</a> (Healthcare)</li> </ul> <h2>Finger Lakes Times (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_77649bfe-4903-11e1-9ec5-001871e3ce6c.html">Romulus resident urges county board to review salaries </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_bca5c878-4903-11e1-8a88-001871e3ce6c.html">FLCC training ‘a model for driving N.Y. economy’ </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_14475868-4903-11e1-b69f-001871e3ce6c.html">Comment period extended </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_343604da-4903-11e1-8fc4-001871e3ce6c.html">Casella: Heavy rainfall spurs gas creation, odors </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fltimes.com/news/local/article_65defe40-4900-11e1-b47d-001871e3ce6c.html">Speakers trash project </a> (Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Gannett News Service</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/301280021/Senate-districts-seen-partisan?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|PoughkeepsieJournal.com|s">Senate districts seen as partisan </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280302/David-Gantt-redistricting-lawsuit?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Assemblyman David Gantt might sue over district lines </a> (Law/Courts, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280304/New-York-congressional-primaries-ruling?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Judge sets June congressional primary </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.stargazette.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270362/Redistricting-proposal-raises-old-complaints?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Redistricting proposal raises old complaints </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270363/Redistricting-questions?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Local%20News|s">Redistricting questions </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> </ul> <h2>Glens Falls Post Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/lack-of-snow-hurts-ski-teams-snowmobilers-retailers/article_470d639a-4968-11e1-90a3-0019bb2963f4.html">Lack of snow hurts ski teams,snowmobilers, retailers</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/lender-buys-glens-falls-office-building-at-foreclosure-auction/article_1aa39314-4932-11e1-aea6-0019bb2963f4.html">Lender buys Glens Falls office building at foreclosure auction</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/county-seeks-to-improve-tax-auction-process/article_9deb60ae-4927-11e1-86f5-0019bb2963f4.html">County seeks to improve tax auction process</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/in-hartford-school-board-opens-with-a-prayer/article_e5b97756-4925-11e1-8996-0019bb2963f4.html">In Hartford, school board opens with a prayer</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/cuomo-sticks-to-veto-threat-on-redistricting/article_cbba4616-4923-11e1-9b12-0019bb2963f4.html">Cuomo sticks to veto threat on redistricting</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://poststar.com/news/local/state-delay-stalls-county-s-senior-meals-program-consolidation/article_74d6c4c2-4929-11e1-8b2a-0019bb2963f4.html">State delay stalls county’s senior meals program consolidation </a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Gloversville/Johnstown Leader Herald</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544127/Fulton-County-official-says-state-policies-put-municipalities-in-peril.html?nav=5011">Fulton County official says state policies put municipalities in peril</a> (Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.leaderherald.com/page/content.detail/id/544129/FDA-cites-drug-company-s-local-lab.html?nav=5011">FDA cites drug company’s local lab</a> (Federal Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Hornell Evening Tribune</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.eveningtribune.com/news/x675928491/Arkport-voters-to-decide-on-bus-purchase-March-13">Arkport voters to decide on bus purchase March 13</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Ithaca Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270347/Ithaca-policeman-go-leave?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Ithaca policeman to go on leave </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/201270351/Lansing-faces-6-5-percent-school-tax-boost?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Local%20News">Lansing faces 6.5 percent school tax boost </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Jamestown Post-Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598181/Chautauqua-Lake-Still-Waiting-For-Army-Corps--Help.html?nav=5192">Chautauqua Lake Still Waiting For Army Corps’ Help </a> (Environment, Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598182/Fewer-Residents-Using-HEAP.html?nav=5192">Fewer Residents Using HEAP </a> (Energy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/598161/Thumbs-Up--Thumbs-Down.html?nav=5010">editorial: Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down </a> </li> </ul> <h2>Journal News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120128/NEWS02/301280032/White-Plains-slashes-take-home-cars-officials-other-cities-look-follow">White Plains slashes 'take-home cars' for officials; other cities look to follow </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120128/NEWS03/301270070/Rockland-budget-layoffs-cut-6-some-county-workers-take-new-posts-less-pay">Rockland budget layoffs cut to 6 as some county workers take new posts, less pay </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120128/NEWS02/301280030/Westchester-seniors-sound-off-lawmakers-transportation-issues-">Westchester seniors sound off to lawmakers on transportation issues </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120128/NEWS03/301280053/Ramapo-Town-Board-reports-Dec-15-Dec-20">Ramapo Town Board reports for Dec. 15, Dec. 20 </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120127/NEWS05/301270032/N-Y-redistricting-plan-ripped-partisan-region-s-Senate-districts-see-big-changes">N.Y. redistricting plan ripped as partisan; region's Senate districts see big changes</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/20120128/NEWS02/301280040/Yonkers-Raceway-could-see-new-pot-money-Cuomo-casino-gambling-plan?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Westchester%20County,%20New%20York">Yonkers Raceway could see new pot of money in Cuomo casino gambling plan </a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Kingston Daily Freeman</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f236aaab5eca175993995.txt">Democrats, Republicans dispute fairness of NY's proposed new Senate districts </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f22f5104b087160253070.txt">Judge Mary Work 'inclined to grant' approval of Nevele Hotel sale to casino developer Navegante</a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f2212e2d2087362225807.txt">New Paltz violated financial laws, state says</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f22fe7832308526975308.txt">Tolls on region's Hudson River bridges rise Monday (video)</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f22a893d1db0759566919.txt">Margaretville sewage plant project competed</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailyfreeman.com/articles/2012/01/28/opinion/doc4f21ba47eaed2037423982.txt">editorial: Oversight of events in Rhinebeck makes sense</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Massena/Potsdam Courier-Observer</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120128/DCO01/301289964">Senate Redistricting Proposal Earns Gerrymandering Label </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120128/DCO01/301289983">Vote In May Likely About Louisville Water District 3 </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120128/DCO01/301289968">DECSeeking Help To Find Bald Eagle Killer In Heuvelton </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20120128/DCO01/301289994">Jobless Stats Added </a> (Business/Economy)</li> </ul> <h2>New York Daily News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nypd-commissioner-raymond-kelly-face-reporters-wake-rape-allegation-son-article-1.1012816">NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly dodges questions about rape allegation against his son </a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/potty-mouthed-science-teacher-resigns-allegedly-raunchy-convos-kids-article-1.1013341">Potty-mouthed science teacher resigns after allegedly having raunchy convos with kids </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/brooklyn/historic-admiral-row-brooklyn-navy-yard-leveled-supermarket-business-space-article-1.1013287">Historic Admiral’s Row at the Brooklyn Navy Yard to be leveled for supermarket, business space </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/news/u-s-schools-chief-trumps-bloomberg-pay-great-teachers-150k-article-1.1013011">U.S. schools chief trumps Bloomberg: pay great teachers $150K </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/city-parade-iraq-war-heroes-article-1.1013230">City parade for Iraq War heroes? Not yet </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/city-council-army-pvt-chens-article-1.1013225">City Council to Army: No more Pvt. Chens </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/queens/parents-teachers-call-ouster-ps-118-principal-article-1.1013154">Parents and teachers call for ouster of PS 118's principal </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/education-secretary-arne-duncan-backs-mayor-bloomberg-teacher-bonuses-article-1.1013206">editorial: Education secretary Arne Duncan backs Mayor Bloomberg on teacher bonuses </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/justice-death-pvt-danny-chen-article-1.1013209">editorial: Justice must be done in death of Pvt. Danny Chen </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/neighborhoods-men-therea-women-article-1.1013215">editorial: In many neighborhoods, men who think there aren't enough women are right </a> </li> </ul> <h2>New York Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/cuomo-defends-closed-door-session-with-executives-and-lobbyists.html?_r=1&amp;ref=nyregion">Cuomo Defends Closed Session With Executives and Lobbyists </a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/rabbis-followers-say-money-given-to-grimms-house-race-broke-the-law.html?ref=nyregion">Rabbi’s Followers Cast Doubts on Congressman Grimm's Fund-Raising </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/hudson-river-park-after-early-success-faces-new-challenges.html?ref=nyregion">Times and Tides Weigh on Hudson River Park</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/st-john-the-divine-expects-revenue-and-controversy-in-land-deal.html?ref=nyregion">Cathedral Expects New Revenue, and Controversy, in Residential Tower Deal</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/nyregion/raymond-kelly-says-anti-muslim-film-shouldnt-have-been-shown.html?ref=nyregion">Kelly Says Anti-Muslim Film Shouldn’t Have Been Screened</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/business/ny-airports-account-for-half-of-all-delays.html?ref=nyregion">N.Y. Airports Account for Half of All Flight Delays</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/schoolbook/2012/01/27/city-limits-free-tutoring-to-the-poorest-students/?ref=nyregion">City Limits Free Tutoring to the Poorest Students</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/28/opinion/a-veto-for-the-voters.html?ref=opinion">editorial: A Veto for the Voters </a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Newsday (subscription required)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/ny-senators-back-lirr-second-track-project-1.3485315">NY senators back LIRR second track project </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/bellone-eliminates-12-county-attorney-jobs-1.3485536">Bellone eliminates 12 county attorney jobs </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/nassau-agency-differ-on-layoff-savings-1.3485678">Nassau, agency differ on layoff savings </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/new-obstacle-in-nassau-s-computer-update-1.3485546">New obstacle in Nassau's computer update </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/bayville-properties-damaged-by-storms-can-be-assessed-1.3484753">Bayville properties damaged by storms can be assessed </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/long-island-now-1.1732330/preservation-fund-buys-20-riverside-acres-1.3484797">Preservation fund buys 20 Riverside acres </a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/suffolk-police-divide-gang-unit-to-conquer-voilence-1.3485429">editorial: Suffolk police divide gang unit to conquer voilence </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.newsday.com/opinion/why-fight-school-innovation-in-new-york-state-1.3485294">editorial: Why fight school innovation in New York State? </a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneida Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2012/01/27/news/doc4f234fae830a3737365844.txt">Oneida still party to land into trust dispute</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Oneonta Daily Star</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977188/Otsego-planners-question-U-S-Census">Otsego planners question U.S. Census</a> (Federal Government, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977184/Morris-to-vote-on-2-4M-school-plan">Morris to vote on $2.4M school plan</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977182/Reporters-Notebook-Rep-Hanna-vows-to-defend-district-from-Albany-gerrymandering">Rep. Hanna vows to defend district from Albany gerrymandering</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977180/Bliss-to-retire-from-Otsego-County-post-in-March">Bliss to retire from Otsego County post in March</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://thedailystar.com/localnews/x950977176/Superintendents-retirement-attendance-policy-changes-discussed-at-board-meeting">Superintendent's retirement, attendance policy changes discussed at board meeting</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Plattsburgh Press Republican</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897045498/City-of-Plattsburgh-and-union-split-arbitration-decisions">City of Plattsburgh and union split arbitration decisions</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897045496/First-1-million-allocated-for-Essex-County-radio-project">First $1 million allocated for Essex County radio project</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897045494/Good-turnout-at-City-School-Budget-Forum">Good turnout at City School Budget Forum</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://pressrepublican.com/0100_news/x897045492/Crown-Point-undoes-appointments">Crown Point undoes appointments</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>PolitickerNY.com</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/turner-has-only-70k-in-the-bank/">Turner Has Only $70K In The Bank </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/david-storobin-says-lew-fidler-sides-with-gay-community-not-jewish-community/">David Storobin Says Lew Fidler Sides With Gay Community, Not Jewish Community </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/your-new-york-primary-date-june-26th/">Your New York Primary Date: June 26th </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/bill-de-blasio-joins-push-for-nyus-downtown-brooklyn-tech-campus/">Bill de Blasio Joins Push For NYU’s Downtown Brooklyn Tech Campus </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/robert-jackson-really-wants-you-to-know-hes-running-for-manhattan-borough-president/">Robert Jackson Really Wants You to Know He’s Running for Manhattan Borough President </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/01/greg-kelly-moments-video-01272012/">Greg Kelly’s Greatest Hits: Five of the Rape-Accused Fox News Anchor’s Best TV Moments </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.observer.com/2012/01/5-reasons-mayor-bloomberg-is-a-teenage-girl/">5 Reasons Mayor Bloomberg is a Teenage Girl </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/bill-de-blasio-bloomberg-has-re-declared-war-on-the-uft/">Bill de Blasio: Bloomberg Has ‘Re-Declared War on the UFT’ </a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.politickerny.com/2012/01/27/dov-hikind-praises-proposed-super-jewish-senate-district/">Dov Hikind Praises Proposed ‘Super Jewish’ Senate District </a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Poughkeepsie Journal</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120128/OPINION01/301280009/Valley-s-political-landscape-shifting?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|Opinion|p">editorial: Valley's political landscape is shifting </a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Rochester Democrat & Chronicle</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120128/NEWS01/201280310/Thomas-Reed-Corning-congress?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home">Corning congressman Tom Reed labeled a rising star </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120128/NEWS0215/201280301/Ferry-Tangier-Tarifa-Cleveland-Strait-of-Gibraltar">Erica Bryant: Cleveland, have we got a deal for you!</a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/editorial/?p=20515">Kevin Frisch: Gillibrand, Obama part ways on hydrofracking</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> </ul> <h2>Schenectady Daily Gazette (sub req.)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/28/0128_gauge/">Schenectady gets high-tech flood gauge for Mohawk River</a> (Environment, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/28/0128_whooping/">Two whooping cough cases reported in Broadalbin-Perth schools</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.dailygazette.com/news/2012/jan/29/0129_berger/">Peter Berger: Teachers’ conferences are often awash in unhelpful jargon</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>State of Politics (Liz Benjamin)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/silver-delighted-by-primary-date-ruling/">Silver ‘Delighted’ By Primary Date Ruling </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/primary-date-for-june-26/">Federal Primary Date For June 26 (Updated) </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/the-drumbeat-for-2022/">The Drumbeat For 2022 </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/assembly-could-have-three-asian-dominated-districts/">Assembly Could Have Three Asian-Dominated Districts </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/wright-hires-darrison/">Wright Hires Darrison </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/hedging-in-ny-22/">Hedging In NY-22 </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/the-word-of-the-day-is-contorted/">The Word Of The Day Is ‘Contorted’ </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/cuomo-maps-show-undue-political-influence/">Cuomo: Maps Show ‘Undue Political Influence’ (VIDEO ADDED) </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/cuomo-id-stump-for-independent-redistricting-but/">Cuomo: I’d Stump For Independent Redistricting, But… </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/more-data-on-how-the-senate-lines-favor-upstate/">More Data On How The Senate Lines Favor Upstate </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/lawsuit-against-madison-county-and-comptroller-to-proceed/">Lawsuit Against Madison County And Comptroller To Proceed </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.capitaltonight.com/2012/01/mceneny-latfor-lines-delayed-at-cuomos-request/">McEneny: LATFOR Lines Delayed At Cuomo’s Request </a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Staten Island Advance</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/northshore/index.ssf/2012/01/city_commits_to_a_new_cromwell.html">City commits to a new Cromwell Center on Staten Island's North Shore </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/bloomberg_puts_a_lid_on_canyon.html">Bloomberg puts a lid on 'Canyon of Heroes' </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/slain_staten_island_cop_rocco.html">Slain Staten Island cop Rocco Laurie honored on 40th anniversary of his death </a> </li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/westshore/index.ssf/2012/01/unions_join_forces_march_toget.html">Unions join forces, march together to protest what they called unfair working conditions at Verizon </a> (Business/Economy)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/staten_island_borough_presiden_32.html">Staten Island Borough President Molinaro has 704 days to make borough a better place </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/mta_chair_wont_say_no_to_futur.html">MTA chair won't say no to future V-N toll hikes </a> (Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/laurel_from_peers_for_das_righ.html">Laurel from peers for DA's right-hand man </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://www.silive.com/opinion/editorials/index.ssf/2012/01/an_xxx-rated_furor.html">editorial: An XXX-rated furor</a> </li> </ul> <h2>Syracuse Post-Standard</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/new_york_state_agriculture_off.html">New York state agriculture officials want more money in farmers' pockets</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/st_joes_ups_the_ante_with_new.html">St. Joe's ups the ante with new emergency department to meet growing patient demand</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/meetings_set_for_feb_7_and_9_f.html">Meetings set for Feb. 7 and 9 for comments on Oswego County public access uses on waterways</a> (Local Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/01/post_537.html">Syracuse school gets a jump on new state anti-bullying law that affects all school districts</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>The Saratogian</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f2360c44c451521376651.txt">Health scare at Skidmore College's Starbuck Center prompts relocation of offices</a> (Business/Economy, Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Tonawanda News</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x1296872262/Two-deputies-honored-in-Albany">Two deputies honored in Albany</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x431312925/WNY-delegation-pledges-full-defense-of-Falls-air-base">WNY delegation pledges full defense of Falls air base</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x647576081/Still-no-ruling-in-Third-Ward-court-case">Still no ruling in Third Ward court case</a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://tonawanda-news.com/local/x1456433465/Report-calls-for-wholesale-changes-at-SPCA">Report calls for wholesale changes at SPCA</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Troy Record</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f2392eb9829b054067397.txt">Tax breaks approved for new Exit 12 health care facility</a> (Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f2393b267219893625145.txt">AIANYS names Ron Canestrari its Legislator of the Year</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f235bbfbae92103922574.txt">Smith questions retired BOE registrar about 2009 primary</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/28/news/doc4f2369aaa9b7f389170610.txt">New school resource officer agreement in the works</a> (Education)</li> <li><a href="http://www.troyrecord.com/articles/2012/01/28/opinion/doc4f22d0c7e78de567153195.txt">Alan S. Chartock: It’s time for Koch to apologize</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Utica Observer-Dispatch</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x675929128/Zecca-calls-for-redistricting-committee-in-Utica">Zecca calls for redistricting committee in Utica</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1672349560/Reducing-number-of-voting-districts-would-save-money">Reducing number of voting districts would save money</a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x1672349576/Vannos-goal-Organize-Uticas-human-resources">Vanno's goal: Organize Utica's human resources</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.uticaod.com/news/x842388743/Grant-available-for-fire-departments-to-recruit-hire">Grant available for fire departments to recruit, hire</a> (Local Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Watertown Daily Times</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120128/NEWS05/701289923/-1/news">Ogdensburg council to revisit Knox Street lease</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120128/NEWS05/701289925/0/news">To reduce errors, Ogdensburg hospital switches to barcode system</a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120128/NEWS03/701289947">DEC requests water report</a> (Environment)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120128/NEWS04/701289951">Lewis County, hospital officials discuss possible clinic projects</a> (Healthcare, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20120128/NEWS05/701289935">Superintendents go through sex abuse training</a> (Education)</li> </ul> <h2>Your News Now (TIme Warner Cable)</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/politics/571714/judge-sets-june-primary-date/">Judge sets June primary date </a> (Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/politics/571744/justice-unit-to-probe-mortgage-companies/">Justice unit to probe mortgage companies </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571722/cortland-supports-governor-s-proposal-to-expand-dna-databank/">Cortland supports governor's proposal to expand DNA databank </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571733/syracuse-paving-the-way-in-veteran-housing/">Syracuse paving the way in veteran housing </a> </li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571717/reviewing-new-district-lines/">Reviewing new district lines </a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571681/legislature-to-vote-next-month-on-stadium-lease/">Legislature to vote next month on stadium lease </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571706/state-supreme-court-denies-madison-county-s-motion-for-dismissal-in-oin-suit/">State Supreme Court denies Madison County's motion for dismissal in OIN suit </a> (Law/Courts)</li> <li><a href="http://centralny.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571724/st--lawrence-county-director-of-emergency-services-resigns/">St. Lawrence County Director of Emergency Services resigns </a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571743/anti-smoking-programs-fight-funding-cuts/">Anti-smoking programs fight funding cuts </a> (Healthcare)</li> <li><a href="http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/top_stories/571726/governor-s-community-college-plan-met-with-caution/">Governor's community college plan met with caution </a> (Education)</li> </ul> jruyle tag:www.empirepage.com,2012-01-27:21205 2012-01-27T09:20:00Z 2012-01-27T13:09:55Z

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/nyregion/in-greenhouse-gas-initiative-many-unsold-allowances.html?ref=nyregion">Regional Cap-and-Trade Effort Seeks Greater Impact by Cutting Carbon Allowances</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> <li><strong>WXXI (Rochester)</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/lawmakers-express-uncertainty-over-cuomos-pension-plan">Karen DeWitt: Lawmakers Express Uncertainty Over Cuomo's Pension Plan</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/301270032/State-pressured-details-infrastructure-program">State pressured for details on infrastructure program</a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/New-lines-draw-veto-threat-2745548.php">New lines draw veto threat</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/gov-cuomo-bet-farm-giants-article-1.1012720">Gov. Cuomo: Bet the farm on the Giants </a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/gov_mike_we_ll_throw_the_book_at_q7Ag7puDTETrc8A9kXXrQM">Gov & Mike: We’ll throw the book at bums yet</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul>

<ul> <li><strong>New York Times</strong>: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/27/nyregion/in-greenhouse-gas-initiative-many-unsold-allowances.html?ref=nyregion">Regional Cap-and-Trade Effort Seeks Greater Impact by Cutting Carbon Allowances</a> (Energy, Environment)</li> <li><strong>WXXI (Rochester)</strong>: <a href="http://wxxinews.org/post/lawmakers-express-uncertainty-over-cuomos-pension-plan">Karen DeWitt: Lawmakers Express Uncertainty Over Cuomo's Pension Plan</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>Gannett News Service</strong>: <a href="http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120127/NEWS01/301270032/State-pressured-details-infrastructure-program">State pressured for details on infrastructure program</a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>Albany Times Union</strong>: <a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/New-lines-draw-veto-threat-2745548.php">New lines draw veto threat</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Daily News</strong>: <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/gov-cuomo-bet-farm-giants-article-1.1012720">Gov. Cuomo: Bet the farm on the Giants </a> (State Government)</li> <li><strong>New York Post</strong>: <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/gov_mike_we_ll_throw_the_book_at_q7Ag7puDTETrc8A9kXXrQM">Gov & Mike: We’ll throw the book at bums yet</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Adirondack Daily Enterprise</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528964/Ampersand-Bay-foresees-growth.html?nav=5008">Ampersand Bay foresees growth</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528967/Locals-grade-Obama-s-2012-agenda.html?nav=5008">Locals grade Obama’s 2012 agenda</a> (Federal Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528970/Planning-board-starts-work-on-ACR.html?nav=5008">Planning board starts work on ACR</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528971/Some-local-gov-t-officials-worried-about-meeting-document-law.html?nav=5008">Some local gov’t officials worried about meeting document law</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528972/Saranac-Lake-trustees-debate-park-use-requests.html?nav=5008">Saranac Lake trustees debate park-use requests</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528973/Little--Council-ready-to-tackle-mandate-relief.html?nav=5008">Little: Council ready to tackle mandate relief</a> (Education, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/page/content.detail/id/528965/Better-to-put-ORDA-in-charge-of-Belleayre.html?nav=5003">editorial: Better to put ORDA in charge of Belleayre</a> (State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Times Union</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Award-winning-deputies-praised-2737049.php">Award-winning deputies praised</a> (Law/Courts, Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/City-seeks-Occupy-costs-2736261.php">City seeks Occupy costs</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Audit-Rensselaer-is-moving-too-slow-2740698.php">Audit: Rensselaer is moving too slow</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Trash-talking-Cuomo-touts-Giants-2730470.php">Trash-talking Cuomo touts Giants</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Conservative-nominee-for-Albany-County-attorney-2709416.php">Conservative nominee for Albany County attorney OK'd by panel </a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Bethlehem-eyes-ward-structure-for-town-board-2732733.php">Bethlehem eyes ward structure for town board</a> (Local Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/New-lines-draw-veto-threat-2745548.php">New lines draw veto threat</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Cuomo-No-position-on-Albany-center-2745090.php">Cuomo: No position on Albany center</a> (Business/Economy, Local Government, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Governor-stands-firm-on-Tier-VI-2741209.php">Governor stands firm on Tier VI</a> (Business/Economy, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Hearing-offers-road-to-nowhere-2740943.php">Hearing offers road to nowhere</a> (Politics & Elections, State Government, Transportation)</li> <li><a href="http://blog.timesunion.com/opinion/a-senator-just-for-us/17605/">editorial: A senator, just for us?</a> (Local Government, Politics & Elections, State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Anti-smoking-gains-in-jeopardy-2740766.php">Sheelah A. Feinberg: Anti-smoking gains in jeopardy</a> (State Government)</li> <li><a href="http://www.timesunion.com/opinion/article/Higher-minimum-wage-bad-for-N-Y-2740757.php">Mike Durant: Higher minimum wage bad for N.Y.</a> (Business/Economy, State Government)</li> </ul> <h2>Albany Watch (Gannett)