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Trump freeze leaves New York farmers in limbo

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Stefanik Statement on President Trump’s America First Tariffs

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement. “I strongly support President Trump’s America First economic policies to strengthen American manufacturing and create millions of American jobs. For too long, Americans have suffered under unfair trade practices putting America Last. We will not allow other countries to take advantage of us and we […]

Elise Stefanik to stay in Congress at President Trump’s request

March 27, 205 – 3:50 p.m. The New York Times and other media report that President Trump asked Elise Stefanik to stay in Congress to strengthen the party’s small House margin and protect her seat. She consented!

State Conservative Party says Stec is preferred candidate for NY-21

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State and municipal forestry projects in limbo after Trump administration freezes funding

Winooski had already removed about 30 trees from its Main Street corridor when it learned that the federal government had canceled the $1 million grant that would cover the trees’ replacement—130 new street trees.  Click here for the VTDigger story 

After long wait, Elise Stefanik to be confirmed as UN ambassador in early April

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How the Education Department cuts could hurt low-income and rural schools

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Schumer decries massive NOAA layoffs

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Tariffs already hitting North Country tourism sector

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‘Very, very financially fragile’: Vermont’s federally qualified health centers are struggling

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Gillibrand, Hawley introduce First Responders Wellness Act

Creation of national mental health hotline receives bipartisan support Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Layoffs, furloughs and callbacks. Almost daily drops of new White House policies disrupt Vermont’s workforce.

From layoffs at federal agency offices, furloughs at private contractors and international volunteer callbacks, Trump administration action is hitting Vermonters in waves. Click here for the VDigger story 

The politics behind the NY-21 special election dust-up

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Democrats choose farmer Blake Gendebien for NY-21 special election

Farmer hopes to succeed Elise Stefanik  Click here for the NCPR story 

Dan Stec reacts to Democrats delaying special election

The Albany Times-Union reports that New York’s Democrats are considering pushing back the date of a special election to fill Elise Stefanik’s congressional seat when she leaves to be ambassador to the United Nations. State Senator Dan Stec, who declared his candidacy for the seat in Congress, issued this statement. “Since Democrats assumed full control […]

Rep. Elise Stefanik visits Plattsburgh as part of Upstate NY farewell tour

Stefanik has been nominated to serve as the US Ambassador to the United Nations for the Trump administration Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

North Country Chamber: U.S. tariffs on Canada are binationally harmful

See the list of local industries that will be adversely affected  Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Trump wants to cut the federal workforce. Who they are and what that means

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Are we Ten Days from a Trade War?

Statement from Chamber of Commerce President Garry Douglas: Given that the U.S.-Canadian dynamic in all of its many forms is arguably the single biggest driving force in the North Country economy, we were right to feel relief when the President’s executive orders called for a substantive review of trade relationships versus immediate tariffs. A review […]

Retired Educator Rod Driscoll – Candidate for Congress

Apologies to Rod Driscoll.  I received this press release on January 11 but failed to post it.  Rod Driscoll for Congress in NY 21 “A strong voice for workers, families, veterans and retirees!” Our current congresswoman is leaving to be United Nations ambassador, resulting in a vacancy that will need to be filled by a […]

Donald Trump sworn in as 47th president of the United States

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State Sen. Dan Stec announces bid for New York’s 21st Congressional District

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Reminder – Tonight’s the Night – Mrs. Greg Timmons to light Peru’s Christmas Tree

Peru—Debra Timmons, the wife of the late Greg Timmons, will light the Peru Christmas Tree this Friday, December 6, at 6 p.m. at Little Ausable River Park. Town Supervisor Craig Randall hopes the community will witness the lighting, sing carols, and enjoy each other’s company. Santa and Mrs. Claus hope to see all the kids […]

St. Augustine’s Craft Fair, Sat., Dec. 7, 9-3

AGENDA – TOWN BOARD REGULAR MEETING , NOVEMBER 25, 2024 6:00 PM

Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call  MOTION:  Acceptance of Minutes for the Regular Meeting of November 12 and Special Meeting on November 14, 2024.  Community Input.  DISCUSSION:  Christmas Tree Lighting Details. DISCUSSION:  Tax Collection Hours/Schedule. DISCUSSION: Signature for Warranty Deed for Orchard View Phase II Roadway and Detention Area. RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION:  Approval of […]