Reader’s Letters

Dear Letters Editor  Congressman Lawler often sends out surveys to his constituents such as this one: Do you support the tax cuts in our one big beautiful bill? Yes-I support extending the TCJA tax cuts, raising the cap on SALT, increasing the child tax credit, and no taxes on tips in overtime NO-I want to […]

The County Executive’s Corner: May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Every year, the month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on the importance of mental well-being, combating stigma, and promoting access to mental health resources. With mental health disorders affecting more than one in five U.S. adults, this observance serves as a crucial reminder of the significance of […]

Reader’s Letters

To the Editor: A dozen swing-district and centrist House Republicans are warning Speaker Mike Johnson that they won’t vote for a budget reconciliation package that cuts Medicaid too deeply. I’m surprised that our Congressman, Mike Lawler, hasn’t yet joined them. In  New York’s 17th Congressional District, approximately 23.3% of people under 65 are on Medicaid. […]

Reader’s Letters

Dear Editor  Beth Davidson should check her facts before espousing on “false” claims.  In an effort to attack Lawler for failing to deliver, she had to concede that Lawler in fact did obtain funding.  Better to be thought dumb than to open your mouth and prove it. Peggy Teslow   Dear Editor Rep. Lawler, defend […]

How Casinos Benefits New York Communities in 2025

How Casinos Benefits New York Communities in 2025

Casinos are renowned for offering a variety of entertainment and activities to their visitors. However, it is less well-known that these establishments can significantly impact the local economy. Thanks to strategic investments and community-focused initiatives, the casino industry in New York has become a significant catalyst for economic and social transformation. In this article, we […]

Reader’s Submissions

What News is Good News? By: Joseph Dunnigan  The first amendment of the United States Constitution reads, “Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press…” Now, this is good and bad news.    The good news, as many philosophers, statesmen/ women and other influential thinkers have expressed, is […]