Category: NEWS
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A Guide to Gift Giving at the SUNY New Paltz Market
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Holiday spending makes up 19% of total annual retail sales according to the National Retail Federation, the largest retail trade association. This year, the National Retail Federation anticipates that consumers will spend a total of $942 billion in order to find the perfect gift. Sure, you could shop at Amazon, but did you know that,…
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Pursue Your Side Hustle at the Thursday Market!
Whether you plan to sell homemade jewelry, advertise your club, swap second-hand clothing, provide fresh baked goods for students, or anything in that realm, the Thursday market on the Excelsior Concourse is an ideal location for anyone searching for an open audience. Managed by Campus Auxiliary Services, the weekly market regularly hosts local businesses from…
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A Guide for Moving In: What Students Need to Know
Renting in New Paltz can be complicated. Here’s what to expect and some tips and tricks for students.
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Pat Ryan Beats Colin Schmitt by the Skin of His Teeth
The story was published in partnership with The Legislative Gazette. Democratic Congressman Pat Ryan declared victory around 2 a.m. Wednesday morning to become the congressman for New York’s newly drawn District 18. Out of 490,458 active registered voters in the district, the New York State Board of Elections determined that 266,360 total votes were cast.…
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How to Survive a New Paltz Weekend
A guide for SUNY New Paltz students to stay safe while having fun. For college students, every weekend is taken as an opportunity to party. For some, letting off steam from a tough workweek can take the form of heavy drinking, skimpy outfits and bars/parties. Although it is ingrained in college culture to party hard,…
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Majority of Voters Support $4.2 Billion Environmental Bond Act
This story was originally published by The Legislative Gazette. The most recent Siena College poll finds strong support among likely state voters for a proposal to borrow $4.2 billion for environmental protection and clean energy projects. Siena College pollsters asked, “On the ballot this year is a proposal to authorize the sale of up to…
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New York State Political Races Tighten as November Elections Near
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 likely New York state voters…
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An American Perspective on the Complexities of Nationalism
The Russo-Ukrainian War and wider conflict of NATO versus Russian influence has captured global attention and interest, particularly in America, New York and the New Paltz community. Ukraine has drafted male citizens ages 18-60 and has been successful in preventing Russia from occupying major cities. Stephen Pampinella, SUNY New Paltz professor of political science and…
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Students and Faculty Speak Out Against Sexual Violence at First New Paltz Accountability Forum
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 Accountability believes the conversation surrounding…
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Governor Opens 10 Mass Vaccination Sites for Children Ages 5 and Older
Select mass vaccination sites across New York State are now administering COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5 to 11. “Parents have been waiting for the ability to protect their young children from COVID-19, and we are doing everything we can to make that possible,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said. Following the U.S. Center for Disease Control…
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Mobile Sports Betting Leads to Increase in New York State Gambling Rates
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 for Gambling Addiction Help, as…
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Historic Housing Decisions Await New Paltz Preservation Commission
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 of a new information packet,…
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NYCLU Argues the Second Amendment Can Infringe Upon the First in New Gun Law Case
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. Although difficult to predict the…
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Majority of New Yorkers Support Bill for Hospice Patients to Receive Aid in Dying
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 survey of 822 New York…
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Ballot Proposal 1 Set to Address NY Redistricting Processes
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 the following question, among others,…
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Prop 5 Raises Claims Limit for NYC Civil Courts, Lightening Load for State Supreme Court
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 the following question: “The proposed…
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Ballot Proposal 3 Would Allow for Same-Day Voter Registration
This story has been republished with permission from The Legislative Gazette. New York State voters will have an opportunity to vote on state Ballot Proposal 3 during the Nov. 2 General Election. If approved, it will give the Legislature the ability to pass future laws that would enact same-day voter registration. Voters will see the…