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Law over common sense

In grade school, we were introduced to rules. Don't push, don't shout, don't call names, don't interrupt, don't poke, don't ..


A fresh start: Farmers market gets new name, support

NORWICH – Having recently been named the new overseer of the summertime farmers market in downtown Norwich, the Norwich Business ..


Chenango aligns with SAFE Act opposition

NORWICH – While many local policy makers contest the New York State Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement (SAFE) Act, a ..


Carnegie Hall bound

SHERBURNE – There's an old adage that says practice makes perfect. While perfection might still be a ways off, practice is ..


Common Core forum sheds light on education reform

SHERBURNE – In a continuing effort to help parents make sense of the Common Core controversy, the Sherburne-Earlville Central School ..


Kindergarten cops are a necessity

It's hard to put into words how unfortunate it is that public schools see the need for a school resource ..


Health officials challenge e-cigarette marketing

NORWICH – With the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) growing in popularity, local tobacco free advocates are rebuking the device ..


Police issue scam alert

CHENANGO COUNTY – Local law enforcement are urging people to protect themselves from a growing number of scam claims involving ..


NCSD puts forward annual budget plan

NORWICH – The Norwich City School Board offered district residents first glimpse of its $39.7 million budget for the 2014-2015 ..


New insurance program keeps dairy farms afloat

SHERBURNE – With a new program in place to help protect local dairy farmers from lost income, U.S. Senator Charles ..


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