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Great News for Plattsburgh and our Region – Bombardier won a $669 Million contract with New Jersey Transit.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) issued the following statement on the news that Bombardier has been awarded a $669 millioncontract for production in Plattsburgh: “This is tremendous news for Bombardier and our Plattsburgh region, and I commend Bombardier for manufacturing top-flight vehicles that continue to help our region prosper,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. […]

Stefanik Recognizes 100th Anniversary of Adirondack 46ers on House Floor 

Source: Stefanik Recognizes 100th Anniversary of Adirondack 46ers on House Floor | Congresswoman Elise Stefanik

Members of Congress introduce limo legislation – Times Union

Source: Members of Congress introduce limo legislation – Times Union

Stefanik, Zeldin, King, Reed Call for Federal Investigation of New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs

From the Office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. — Today, Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21), Lee Zeldin (R-NY-1), Peter King (R-NY-2), and Tom Reed (R-NY-23) sent a letter requesting that the Department of Justice investigate the New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs’ failure to protect individuals with disabilities […]

Stefanik, Welch Announce 2018 Congressional App Challenge Winners

Washington, D.C. – Today, Representatives Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) and Peter Welch (D-VT), announced that VT residents Seth Albertus and Dalton Benjamin – students at Northeastern Clinton Central School in Champlain, NY – have been named the winners of the 2018 Congressional App Challenge in NY-21. “I am excited to announce that Seth and Dalton’s hard […]

Stefanik Statement on the Passing of President George H.W. Bush

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) issued the following statement: “I join the nation in honoring the life and legacy of President George. H.W. Bush, a true son of America who lived an extraordinary life of service, grace, strength, and character. He embodied what it means when we say the ‘Greatest Generation.’ “President […]

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Announces Anthony Pileggi to serve as Chief of Staff

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) today announced Anthony Pileggi will serve as Chief of Staff for her office in the 116th Congress. Mr. Pileggi was born and raised in Herkimer County. Most recently, Mr. Pileggi served as the Northeast Regional Political Director for the National Republican Congressional Committee. Prior to his service at […]

Veterans invited to share stories 

Source: Veterans invited to share stories – Sun Community News & Printing

Election aftermath means loss of power and influence for North Country 

Source: Election aftermath means loss of power and influence for North Country | NCPR News

New York Election Results – The New York Times

Source: New York Election Results – The New York Times

2018 Local, County, State and Federal Election Results in the Town of Peru

Peru – 2,412 votes were cast not including 48 affadavits and unopened absentee ballots. Approximately 58% of Peru’s 4,295 registered voters cast ballots, up from 49% in the last non-presidential election year (2014). Town Council: Rick Barber – 1,210; Kregg Bruno – 1,150 Town Justice: Lawrence Cabana – 2,213 Town Clerk: Dianne Miller – 2,223 […]

Three NY-21 candidates head to finish line 

Source: Three NY-21 candidates head to finish line | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Tedra Cobb Greets Supporters

By John T. Ryan Democrat Congressional candidate Tedra Cobb greeted supporters at the Peru Gazebo this morning. Cobb is on day #5 of her pre-election tour of the 21st Congressionl District. The Peru Gazette asked a few of the people present why they support Cobb. Jackie Andrews responded, “Tedra represents what our country needs.” Herrick […]

Previewing New York’s most competitive congressional races | CSNY

Source: Previewing New York’s most competitive congressional races | CSNY

A Message from the Town of Peru Democrats

Tedra Cobb is currently on a road trip around the district, doing a final Get Out the Vote push before Tuesday’s election. As part of her tour, she is coming to Peru. Come on out and greet our wonderful candidate for Congress! Tedra will be at the gazebo park at the corner of Main and […]

NY-21 candidates appear in final debate prior to election

Source: NY-21 candidates appear in final debate prior to election | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Rep. Stefanik Invites NY-21 Veterans to Share Their Stories of Service

Glens Falls, NY – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) announced that she will be sharing stories of North Country veterans on her Congressional website throughout the month of November in honor of Veterans Day. “The North Country is steeped in rich military tradition and is home to some of the bravest patriots this country has […]

After Kavanaugh confirmation, abortion and women’s choice shape NY21 House race | NCPR News

Source: After Kavanaugh confirmation, abortion and women’s choice shape NY21 House race | NCPR News

Debates to take center stage as Election Day nears 

Source: Debates to take center stage as Election Day nears – Sun Community News & Printing

Health care access, cost are issues in congressional race | Local News 

Source: Health care access, cost are issues in congressional race | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Stefanik on Kavanaugh: ‘We’ve weaponized the politics of personal destruction’

Source: Stefanik on Kavanaugh: ‘We’ve weaponized the politics of personal destruction’ – Sun Community News & Printing

In age of social media, Stefanik keeps North Country press at arms length | NCPR News

Source: In age of social media, Stefanik keeps North Country press at arms length | NCPR News

NY21: Is Democrat Cobb punching hard enough to challenge GOP’s Stefanik? 

Source: NY21: Is Democrat Cobb punching hard enough to challenge GOP’s Stefanik? | NCPR News

NY21: Cobb says “people want access” to debates | NCPR News

Source: NY21: Cobb says “people want access” to debates | NCPR News

Stefanik Applauds $625,000 Drug Policy Office Award

Froom the office of Congresswoman Elise Stafanik Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) applauded $625,000 in White House Drug Policy Office Awards to organizations across the district. These grants will provide local community coalitions with funding to prevent youth substance abuse, including prescription drugs, marijuana, tobacco, and alcohol abuse. “This needed funding will […]