The 1st serving U.S.President to have his photograph taken

Who was the first serving President of the United States to have his photograph taken?The air in New York City was crisp on February 14, 1849. President James K. Polk, nearing the end of his term, sat stiffly in the chair of Mathew Brady’s photography studio, his...

Marjorie Byrnes: Called to serve.

Marjorie Byrnes: Called to serve. written by L BurghardtMarjorie Byrnes has been serving in some capacity virtually her whole adult life. Marjorie spent 32 years within the court system serving as an assistant district attorney for Monroe County, as court attorney to...

Learning from Pataki’s Legacy to Thrive Again

By Gage Skidmore, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=55779036Learning from Pataki's Legacy to Thrive AgainNew York State has always been a land of reinvention, and few moments highlight this better than the 1990s under Governor George...

The 1st serving U.S.President to have his photograph taken

Greetings From NY

Greetings fromNew York by Ben Coleman They say that New York was recognized for its resources. But the real resource isn’t land or water, the true resource is the character and patriotism of New Yorkers. New Yorkers have been the prime example of how...

The Power of Will by Louise Vallone

Age is Just A NumberThe Power of Will Triumph Over Doubt by Louise Vallone Let me tell you something: I’m 90 years old, and I’ve spent the last few decades hearing some doctor’s and other strangers tell me what I can’t do. “You’re too old for that.” “You need to slow...

About Louise’s family

Louise Vallone is one of our most popular columnists. People love reading her stories because they know they come from her heart and her real-life experiences throughout her amazing life. About Louise’s family Louise’s family hails from Czechoslovakia and Hungary and...

Immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia

At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, a tide of immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia embarked on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Driven by dreams of prosperity, freedom, and opportunity, these brave souls left behind their homelands to seek a brighter future in America.

These immigrants settled all across the United States, bringing with them their unique cultures, traditions, and customs. Many found their new homes in bustling urban centers such as Chicago, New York City, and Cleveland, where they established vibrant communities that preserved their heritage while embracing the promises of their adopted homeland. Others settled in farming communities or less urban areas such as Broome County.

Dr. James Caleb Jackson: The Manlius Native Who Revolutionized Breakfast with “Granula”

DID YOU KNOW? Dr. James Caleb Jackson: The Manlius Native Who Revolutionized Breakfast with "Granula" Introduction The story of breakfast cereal is a tale of innovation, health consciousness, and a quest for convenience that changed the way we start our day. While...

Play Nice by Louise Vallone

We Are All Americans Louise Vallone is a community activist, author, and grassroots organizer who has worked diligently to protect the environment and educate voters on issues - including those involving health and wellness. She has received various awards and...

Lobbyist Spotlight: Brown & Weinraub

Lobbyist Spotlight:David Weinraub Co-Founder and Managing Partner76 N. Pearl StreetSuite 3Albany, NY 12207Brown & Weinraub Every lobbying group has a reason why they entered into this growing sector. For Brown & Weinraub their reason was simple. They saw the...