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04 Aug

Assemblyman Smullen to host annual veterans appreciation dinner at Paul Nigra Center

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State Assemblyman Robert Smullen, a former Marine and self-described military historian, is hosting the fourth annual “Salute to Service” veterans appreciation dinner at the Paul Nigra Center on Aug. 24 to honor those who have served. “I am proud to be a member of the Salute to Service Veterans Coalition and to be able to help host this amazing event year after year,” Smullen said in a statement. “Last year was very successful, and we hope to have an even greater turnout this year. Honoring local veterans and their families at events such as this helps thank them for their…

11 Jul

Family-owned Dygert Farms honored for 300 years operating in Palatine Bridge

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PALATINE BRIDGE — In 1723, about 50 years before the American Revolution, Warner Dygert first opened a dairy farm on 50 acres of land in Palatine Bridge in Montgomery County. This year marks its 300th year in operation under the 11th generation of Dygerts. Assemblyman Robert Smullen, R-Johnstown, visited the farm Tuesday to present Robby and Shannon Dygert with an official proclamation from the Assembly recognizing and congratulating the family for its years of operation. “The state of New York takes great pride in recognizing and honoring those organizations that have selflessly dedicated themselves to inspiring others and improving their communities,” Smullen…

23 Jan

Assembly, state Senate GOP unveils ‘Safer NY’ proposals

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ALBANY — State Republican lawmakers on Monday unveiled a plan aimed at boosting public safety, a defining campaign pledge last election cycle for minority party politicians amid an increase in crime across New York. Included in the both state State and Assembly proposals is a repeal of pretrial detention reform, as well as measures to protect victims’ rights, increase penalties for a number of offenses and reduce illegal weapons trafficking. “Public safety is not a partisan issue,” said Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh, R-Ballston. "I implore the governor and legislative majorities to join us and members of law enforcement at the table so we…

06 Nov

Election guide for Fulton County voters

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EDITOR'S NOTE: The original version of this story contained errors about the candidates for Fulton County District Attorney and Gloversville City Court judge. FULTON COUNTY — Some 35,000 are already registered to vote in Fulton County. Come Tuesday, they have an opportunity to put the pedal to the metal. Here are some of the key races: FULTON COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY Amanda Nellis, Real Experience line, v. Michael Poulin, Republican and Conservative lines Nellis: After serving for a decade as an assistant district attorney, Nellis is currently serving as the acting district attorney. She stepped in for Chad Brown, who resigned…

11 Oct

Smullen calls voting reforms lawsuit ‘practical and symbolic’

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By Tyler A. McNeil/The Leader-Herald FULTON COUNTY — Should a collective lawsuit against recent state voting reforms get appealed and tossed by an upper court, state Assemblyman Robert Smullen, R-Meco, believes the case will deliver an emblematic message. "Well, it's both practical and symbolic," Smullen said. "The lawsuit should be heard and we should win, but if it's overturned on appeal, then there's the symbolic purpose. It just shows that the system doesn't necessarily work for the people of upstate New York." The lawsuit was filed late last month in Saratoga County by a spate of GOP and Conservative Party…