The passing of the Greatest Generation
In the amount of time it took to brush your teeth this morning a World War II veteran passed away from old age.
Public or private career?
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
In a recent conversation with my predecessor, former Denton Publications’ Publisher Bill Denton, we compared the differences of operating a private sector company in his era (1960 through the late ’80s) compared to today.
It’s June, and it’s itchy
Upstate New York’s left hand has been itching for generations — jobs pouring out of the state, leaving the economy a bust. Gov. Andrew Cuomo hopes to reverse that trend with his Tax-Free NY program — switching the itch from the left to right hand, thus revitalizing the upstate economy by creating new jobs.
Put politics aside and govern
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
One of the great benefits of putting my thoughts in print for more than 100,000 readers each week is the response I get.
Community service helps build character
Local students have been learning a lot in the classroom during the 2012-13 school year and are preparing for their finals and Regent’s examinations as we speak.
‘I am not a crook’
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Perception, intention, power, arrogance, authority and many other character qualities become a part of actions that, to one person, cross the line yet to another do not.
Crown Point sets Memorial Day example
Memorial Day will be observed throughout the North Country, but this weekend belongs to the community of Crown Point.
Second terms and three strikes
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Is it just that the lure of a second presidential term is so unlike anything else that administrations will do anything to secure it?
Farmers markets: shop while supporting the community
It’s that time of year again. Time to enjoy life without layers, time to enjoy the extended days and time to enjoy the bounty of our local farmers’ harvests.
Truth or consequences
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Back in the 1950s, “Truth or Consequences” was a popular television show where contestants received roughly two seconds to answer a trivia question correctly before “Beulah the Buzzer” sounded.
Nothing good occurs after 2 a.m.
Week after week it seems, we read about violent acts in the region fueled by alcohol abuse.
The era of rage
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
We see it on the highways. It’s becoming more apparent in politics these days.
Not the time for petty politics
If you want the type of finger-pointing and sabre-rattling that often comes with state and federal government, then look no further than the small Essex County town of Elizabethtown.
Common sense, political convenience
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
It almost boggles the mind how quickly our elected officials can move when properly motivated and when, in their collective judgment, know they must act.
The need for gaming in the Adirondacks is large
In 1990, Colorado held a statewide referendum to legalize limited stakes gambling in three struggling mining towns that were on the verge of ceasing to exist.
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