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How to fight the standardized tests
April 22, 2013 It suffices to say, if there were an honest attempt to help children and their teachers by administering standardized tests, wouldn’t these tests be used to diagnose each individual’s unique learnin... more »»
Failure to pass U.S. gun control bill
April 19, 2013 There is a mix of emotions surrounding the failed passage of the Toomey-Manchin bill in U.S. Senate recentl. more »»
Rails and trails
April 18, 2013 Teddy Roosevelt, an Adirondack enthusiast, provided this guidance to those questing to achieve great things: “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. more »»
Help develop kids’ love of science
April 17, 2013 Project ASAP stands for the American Science Ambassador Program, a nonprofit organization that tackles a huge educational (and therefore national) problem: Our U.. more »»
‘Excellent health care NOT close to home’
April 16, 2013 If I were a resident of Lake Placid or the surrounding communities, I would be very, very upset with the closing of the emergency room in Lake Placid; therefore, I would like to take this opportunit... more »»
Borg over Connors, rail over trail
April 15, 2013 Watching the debate rage over the Adirondack Railroad’s future has been like watching a tennis match between (I’m dating myself) Jimmy Connors and Bjorn Borg. more »»
Chained CPI survey? Think again, Washington
April 12, 2013 Remember just last year — an election year — when political leaders in Washington and on the campaign trail told us they would not cut Social Security benefits for people currently in the program?... more »»
When is a plan not a plan?
April 11, 2013 The back-and-forth arguments by rail and trail advocates seem to ignore the fact that we do have a plan for the Old Forge/Remsen-to-Lake-Placid corridor. more »»
Who’s holding the region hostage?
April 10, 2013 Ms. more »»
It’s tax time ... or not
April 8, 2013 As you write that check to Uncle Sam for last year’s federal tax bill, or wince at the minuscule refund heading your way, consider the following: -The Huffington Post reports that in 2011, the 10... more »»
Sick of ARTA’s sour grapes
April 4, 2013 I am about fed up with the near-daily tirade of the 30 or so Adirondack Recreational Trail Advocates supporters and board members who beat the same old rhythm on their tired old “Great Adirondack... more »» 
Self-respect lost and found
April 3, 2013 I spent my growing-up years in the wondrous town of Saranac Lake, attended high school at Petrova and even to this day dream of returning to the most beautiful land ever created by the hand of... more »» 
Trail conversion could happen sooner than many people think
April 1, 2013 Tupper Lake should be wary of the “shinny lure” the Adirondack North Country Association dangles before it in the form of big-money grants now that will forestall a sustainable economic boon later —... more »»
‘Stern ideological warrior’? Hardly
March 30, 2013 The Daily Enterprise editorialized (March 25, “A half-step forward”) to celebrate a procedural motion in Protect the Adirondacks’ lawsuit against the Adirondack Park Agency challenging its approvals... more »»
What issues must we consider about education reform?
March 29, 2013 Parents and teachers are becoming increasingly concerned about the negative consequences standardized testing is having on the mental health of children in their care. more »»
The Great Adirondack Amusement Ride
March 28, 2013 Last month, Adirondack Recreational Trail Advocates had a sign-up booth at the Adirondack Sports & Fitness Expo in Saratoga. As I was soliciting names for our petition to Gov. more »»
Letter to DOT: Say no to rail grant
March 27, 2013 March 19, 2013 Joan McDonald, commissioner New York State Department of Transportation 50 Wolf Road Albany, NY 12232 Dear Commissioner McDonald, It has recently come to my attention that a reques... more »»
Always something to say
March 26, 2013 Recently there was a domestic situation with a woman shot in the hand by her husband, and unfortunately they found 17 dogs in the home, as well as the house being unlivable. more »» 
Trends favor a safe, scenic bikeway
March 25, 2013 Seems like much of the news these days is pointing in one direction. Here are a few recent news items with special relevance for the Tri-Lakes area and our economic and physical well-being. more »» |
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