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This story has been republished with permission from The Legislative Gazette Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul’s lead over Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin is now 11 points, down from 17 points three weeks ago. Hochul currently leads Zeldin 52%-41%, down from 54%-37% in September, according to a new Siena College Poll of […]
Emotions ran high at the first New Paltz Accountability public forum. Held Friday, November 18, in the Student Union Building, the room was packed with listeners engaged in conversations told by students and faculty about sexual violence in and around the SUNY New Paltz campus. As an organization, New Paltz […]
Betting by phone was legalized in New York State this past April, which means people don’t have to go to the track or gamble through an illegal bookie to place their bets. But for some, easier access to gambling could be a genuine danger. According to the North American Foundation […]
The New Paltz Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) board held a public meeting via Zoom on September 21 to discuss recent updates and upcoming plans for the board and town. This meeting was hosted by Chair John Orfitelli and attended by Commissioner Susan DeMark and Commissioner Matt Maley. There was discussion […]
This story has been published in collaboration with the Legislative Gazette The Supreme Court heard oral arguments for the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. (NYSRPA) v. Bruen case regarding Americans’ ability to carry concealed loaded firearms in public spaces with no “proper cause” requirements on November 3. […]
This story has been republished with permission from the Legislative Gazette. A Marist College poll shows that 58% of New Yorkers support legislation that would allow terminally ill patients to end their own lives if they choose. In contrast, 37% oppose medical aid-in-dying, and 5% say they are unsure. A […]
This story has been republished with permission from The Legislative Gazette. The most polarizing—and perhaps confusing—ballot proposal before voters on Nov. 2 is the first one: a proposed constitutional amendment that would change the process of counting voters and drawing new election districts in New York State. Voters will see […]
This story has been republished with permission from The Legislative Gazette. This upcoming Election Day, New Yorkers will be voting on several propositions that would amend the New York State Constitution, including Proposal 5, which would expand the jurisdiction of New York City civil courts. Voters on Tuesday will see […]
This story has been republished with permission from The Legislative Gazette. On Nov. 2, New Yorkers will have the opportunity to vote on five proposed changes to the New York State Constitution. Proposals three and four specifically focus on making voting easier and more accessible in New York. Ballot Proposal […]
Reposted with permission from The Legislative Gazette By Emma Misiaszek Despite layoffs, a loss of revenue and grim economic projections, a majority of upstate New York business owners agree that public health is the most important thing right now, and that the economy can wait. In a poll Sponsored by […]
Dear Readers, March is over and we’ve finally made it to April; can you believe it? With present times being so incredibly uncertain, we both have never been so confused with our emotions or our place in the world in our entire lives. This is an extremely difficult time for […]
Reposted with permission from The Legislative Gazette By Bridget Peschel Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced increased measures to help slow the COVID-19 outbreak in New York City at a recent press conference. Starting Thursday, New York City will begin closing streets to vehicles so that pedestrians can better practice social distancing […]
Edited and packaged by Max Freebern Median household income has declined as jobs leave the mid-Hudson Valley, according to the recently released “Out of Alignment” report by Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress (HVPP). Median household income represents the average amount of money earned in a household. The drop in income […]
By Ophelia Xie and Max Freebern As the 2020 Census steadily approaches, the federal government will once again attempt to count every resident in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau website, the Census has served as one of the most vital sources of data for all levels […]
A new bill introduced in the New York State Senate on November 14 would require a review of a person’s social media profile and Internet posting history before they could legally possess a handgun in New York state. Bill S.9191, introduced by New York State Sen. Kevin Parker, D-Brooklyn, comes […]
Republished with permission from the Legislative Gazette. For the first time in almost a decade, Democrats will hold a firm majority control of the New York State Senate. Based on preliminary numbers from the State Board of Elections, Democrats appeared to have secured a total 39 seats in the state […]
NEW PALTZ – A women’s activist group organized a march against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh on Sept. 24 to protest his nomination. Protesters marched down Main Street in New Paltz holding signs that said, “Attempted Rape Is A Crime” and “KavaNOPE #TIMESUP.” Some of the protesters wore Handmaid’s outfits […]
