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An open letter; mainly to NYS-DOT Has adequate attention been paid to the unexpected at McKeever Bridge?

This letter is mainly directed to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) having jurisdiction over the McKeever Bridge project.

Wiith what has taken place so far as to timing of repair delays, etc., there no doubt have been some complaints totally justified, and others run of the mill, more than likely. Continue reading

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State policies create local budget challenges

Dear Inlet Taxpayers:

I am sure that many of you are wondering why there was a substantial increase on your recent school tax bill, especially in light of the 2011 legislation that imposed the two percent tax levy limit on public school budgets. (This is slightly misleading because according to the Property Tax Cap Formula for the 2014-2015 school year, the Inlet Common School was only allowed a tax increase of 1.46 percent or about $19,000.) Continue reading

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Thank you everyone for welcoming us into your hearts and community

Dear neighbors, friends and family:

After a little over one year of meeting and greeting guests, Travis and I are faced with making a most difficult decision. It is with a heavy heart we will be closing the doors of The Knotty Pine after dinner service on October 11th for good until it is sold.

From the beginning, we were enthusiastic that we had what it took to own and operate a restaurant together.  Continue reading

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Matt Doheny says thank you to voters, supporters and volunteers, remarks on new phase of American politics

Friends:

Let’s not sugar coat it—last night we had a tough result. Specifically, I am shocked by the margin of victory for my primary opponent.

I want to thank each and every one of you for your support, help and guidance throughout the campaign.

We worked hard—I knocked on over 2,200 doors myself—all over this vast, 12-county 21st Congressional District.  Continue reading

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An open letter from the Webb Town Board

To Senator Farley, Congressman Butler and
others:

The Town of Webb Town Board and the communities that it represents would like to express our concerns on the disrepair of State Route 28.

Route 28 is the only road through this area. We feel that it is unacceptable for many reasons.

Those of us that travel the road daily, our vehicles are beat to death over the unavoidable pot holes and uneven blacktop spots…unacceptable. Continue reading

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Returning Kathy Nahor to Board of Ed. ensures continuity of experience

Please support Kathy Nahor as a write in candidate for the Town of Webb UFSD School Board in the election next Tuesday. Nahor has served on the board for over ten years and is currently the school board president.

I have attended a great many school board meetings, both before and during Nahor’s time on the board, and believe she is among the best board members I have seen.

Nahor effectively advocates for student opportunities while simultaneously being fiscally responsible. Continue reading

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Webb student artists excel at 31st Annual Tri-County Art Show

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Studio Art students working together on a collaborative pen and ink design. Some of their works will be displayed in the 3rd Annual Student Show at View, which opens June 8th.

It is with excitement that I inform you of the awards Town of Webb Union Free School District art students have recently received at the 31st Annual Tri-County Art Show at the Dulles State Office Building in Watertown, NY.

The Opening Reception for this show was held on Monday May 12th and the show will conclude on May 22nd.

Throughout the year students have been creating incredible work in preparation of this show.  Continue reading

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