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Friday’s Briefing: Dog Days
Today’s roundup of news from around the state comes on one of the dog days of Summer, a day when many of us try to get out of work early or start a long weekend […]
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Thursday’s Briefing: You’re Not Happy
The top news in today’s roundup of stuff that matters from around the state is something you probably already know: You’re not feeling good about the economy and the way things are going. You’re not alone.
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Wednesday’s Briefing: The Governor’s Signature
Our roundup of news from around the state begins at the desk of Governor David Paterson. You remember all those bills the Legislature passed right before blowing town for most of the rest of the year? Well, they need his signature, either to approve them or veto them.
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Tuesday’s Briefing: Golisano’s Millions
Rochester business millionaire, and former Independence Party candidate for Governor, Tom Golisano wants to elect people who think like he does. So do you, I would guess. But Golisano’s putting lots of his money where […]
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Wednesday’s Briefing: Golisano Returns
The big political news is the return of Tom Golisano, the Rochester man who made his millions building the Paychex payroll-processing empire. He ran for Governor once, outside the two party system. Now, he wants […]
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Monday’s Briefing: Gov. Nice Guy (Not)
How nice is too nice, when you’re the Governor? One lawmaker gets an earful about the cost of a tankful. And why a trip to Auburn might bring into into close contact with a bit of living history, all in today’s briefing.
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Changing Again: A Note To Our Readers
Update: Okay, so if you’re reading this, you’re on our newly-redesigned site. There are a few bugs to squash, and we’re busy squashing them. But in general, you’re seeing a more cleanly laid-out website. Read the full story to find out what we’re up to, and why. (And thanks for your patience while we clean up the mess we’ve made.)
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Friday’s Briefing: Requiem For A Session
It’s ovah. The men and women who pass the state’s laws have headed home, the year’s labors done. Oh, they may come back to handle an issue or two, but by and large, the Legislature […]
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Thursday’s Briefing: Changing Of The Guard
The Joe Bruno era is over. And with the Senate Majority Leader’s departure goes most, if not all, of the state legislative season. Also, the Darrel Aubertine job flap remains a concern among his fellow […]