On this week’s Gazette: Lawsuits were immediately filed after New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed off on new district maps; our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on the gerrymander. Also, we’ll get reaction to a new survey that shows a positive outlook for economic growth in the North Country.

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On this week’s Gazette: Lawmakers want Albany’s NanoTech Complex to be the nation’s first semiconductor technology center. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on the passing of former Speaker Sheldon Silver. Also, we’ll take you to a recent virtual news conference with survivors of sexual harassment who want their day in court.

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On this week’s Gazette: New York Governor Kathy Hochul releases a $216 billion dollar state budget. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on what former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will do with $16 million dollars left in his campaign account. Also, we’ll take a look at reaction to the roll out of mobile sports betting in the state.  

On this week’s Gazette: Protesters rally against the end of New York’s eviction moratorium. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on the Republicans chances of winning the Governor’s office. Also, COVID-19 is impacting elective surgeries at some upstate hospitals.

On this week’s Gazette: New York Governor Kathy Hochul delivers her first state of the state address; our political observer Alan Chartock will share his thoughts on the speech. Also, a New York Congressman remembers the January 6th riot last year at the U.S. Capitol.

On this week’s Gazette – a year in review. As 2021 comes to an end we take a look at the weaknesses of the Joint Commission on Public Ethics. Our political observer Alan Chartock with his political year in review. Also, we’ll take a look at a pilot program designed to improve outcomes for non-violent mental health emergency calls.

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On this week’s Gazette: New York Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett has tested positive for COVID-19. Governor Kathy Hochul made the announcement in a Monday briefing that also documented the worsening situation in the state as the omicron variant spreads. Our political observer Alan Chartock discusses his conversation with Albany County DA David Soares about bail reform. Also, we’ll report on a new business survey, which finds Capital Region employers will keep hiring in the new year.

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On this week’s Gazette: With at least one dozen counties in the state refusing to enforce the directive, New York Governor Kathy Hochul defends her statewide mask mandate. Our political observer Alan Chartock on the state ethic’s commission passing a resolution to require former Governor Andrew Cuomo turn over profits he received from his book advance to the state attorney general’s office. Also, we’ll talk to the stakeholders of Clean Path NY – one of the largest infrastructure energy projects in 50 years.

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On this week’s Gazette: SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announces his resignation. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on New York Attorney General Tish James dropping out of the race for Governor in 2022. Also, the White House checks in on Albany’s Afghan resettlement efforts.

On this week’s Gazette: A divided Supreme Court debates the issue of abortion and the future of Roe V. Wade, we’ll have reaction from the President of Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood. Our political observer Alan Chartock on his conversation with New York State Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes. Also, owners of small farms worry paying overtime to workers will put them out of business. 

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