No sympathy for the devil
Much of the comedy works in this film about Dick Cheney; the tragedy doesn’t.
Single-payer in New York State?
If Democrats pick up just one seat in the State Senate, the legislature could pass a single-payer healthcare bill. Whether...
Ulster sheriff’s race promises a contrast in visions
The Ulster County Sheriff’s race pits incumbent Paul VanBlarcum, who spent his entire career with the department before being elected...
Report: More than 4 in 10 Ulster County households are broke
A United Way report shows that more than 4 out of 10 Ulster County households are unable to afford basic...
VanBlarcum, Figueroa square off for Democratic line in Sept. 13 primary challenge
The Ulster County sheriff, a Democrat, was denied his party's nod in May after taking several controversial positions during his...
Scenes from the Ulster County Fair
The fair will be in town through Sunday, Aug. 5.
Mission: Impossible – Fallout understands exactly what an action movie starring Tom Cruise should be
What is this strange creature called Tom Cruise? Who can explain why a 56-year-old man with a half-billion-dollar net worth...
This week in NY-19: Dems rally, Faso attack on Delgado’s rap lyrics draws national attention
The Republican incumbent's charge that his opponent's past lyrics "paint an ugly and false picture of America" drew nationwide coverage,...
Cuomo calls for state law protecting abortion rightsÂ
The governor called on the State Senate to codify Roe v. Wade as soon as possible to prevent the possibility...
The wolf-like coyote in our backyard
The cunning and adaptable coyote was deified by the Native Americans and persecuted by the U.S. government. But as other...
NY-19: Scenes from primary night
Some photos and words from primary night with the Beals, Rhodes and Delgado campaigns.
The NY-19 Democratic Congressional Primary, by the numbers
After over a year of campaigning, the 2018 Democratic Primary for the 19th Congressional District is over. Time to sift...
Cuomo: Migrant child separated from family being held in Kingston
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said yesterday that over 70 migrant kids are being held in New York State after being separated...
This week in NY-19: Rhodes picks up Times endorsement, Beals “tell-all” to air on This American Life
The New York Times says Gareth Rhodes is the best candidate to take on and beat John Faso and this...
Tales from the trail: Beals campaign takes aim at corporate power and income inequality
Do you think the system is rigged in favor of corporations and the rich and against everyone else? That fundraising...
Candidate takes the road less traveled, stressing the way a congressman can help with small-town problems
Gareth Rhodes recently completed his Winnebago trip to all 163 towns in the NY-19. The Ulster County native and former...
On health care, most NY-19 Democratic candidates call for sweeping changes
The once radical idea of nationalizing the health-insurance industry and providing taxpayer funded health-care with no out-of-pocket expense at the...
Want to vote in the NY-19 primary? Deadline to register is June 1
The primary to determine Republican Congressman John Faso's Democratic challenger in New York's 19th Congressional District will be held Tuesday,...
Defending the Donald: Two men travel New York State to rally support for Trump against “coup”
Two men traveling across the state to gather support for President Donald Trump's international agenda stopped in Port Ewen this...
Plans for rail-trail link to be presented in New Paltz
Plans for the last leg connecting the Wallkill Valley and Hudson Valley rail trails will be unveiled by the state...
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