
‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ Act 2025: What Northern New York residents need to know
A guide to tax cuts, Medicaid changes, SNAP benefits, and government spending under the OBBBA
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By Tim Rowland
Agency's online project dashboard tracks proposed headquarters move; state land management plans discussed
A guide to tax cuts, Medicaid changes, SNAP benefits, and government spending under the OBBBA
By James Odato
Independent audit shows operating costs soared as ORDA pursued world-class events
Explorer panelists say grant formulas often miss the mark for rural areas — but new efforts are underway to bridge the gap.
By Tim Rowland
Zoning board approves building controversial vacation home on historic shoreline
North Country lawmaker to step down after 9 years in office
By Times Union
The steep decline represents a drop from 1.75 million crossings in June 2024 to 1.4 million this year
Septic rebate eligibility expanded to 100+ priority Adirondack rivers and lakes
By Tim Rowland
Willsboro leader praised for consensus-building, COVID response
The two Democratic representatives criticized Rep. Elise Stefanik for her vote to pass the One, Big Beautiful Bill Act