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NY Sate Governor Hochul Announces New York’s First State-Owned Utility-Scale Energy Storage System Now Operating in North Country

New York. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York’s first state-owned utility-scale battery energy storage project is now operating in the North Country’s Franklin County. The 20-megawatt facility installed and operated by the New York Power Authority connects into the state’s electric grid, helping to relieve transmission congestion and pave the way for the…

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NY Governor Hochul Announces New Alcoa Power Contract

NY Governor Kathy Hochul Announces New Alcoa Power Contract Supporting 500 Jobs and Long-Term Investment in the North Country 

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new power supply contract between the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and Alcoa, a leading aluminum producer and one of the North Country’s largest employers. The contract includes a commitment of $30 million in capital investments and supports 500 jobs at Alcoa’s Massena Plant for the next 10 years. …

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White House Launches Big Plan to Lead in AI

On July 23, 2025, the White House rolled out “Winning the AI Race: America’s AI Action Plan” to make the U.S. the world leader in artificial intelligence. This plan, sparked by President Trump’s January order, includes over 90 actions to boost AI innovation, build better tech infrastructure, and strengthen global partnerships. It aims to help…

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Trump Team Touts Wins: Schools, Borders & National Security

Summary: Trump Administration officials hit the Sunday shows to showcase big wins—from fixing education to securing the border. Education Secretary Linda McMahon pushed for school choice, while AG Pam Bondi slammed activist judges blocking law enforcement. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz vowed tough action on Iran and Houthi terrorists disrupting global trade. Special Envoy Steve…

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Joe Biden Vise President Kamala Harris Announces Two Gun Safety Solutions While Continuing Efforts to Keep Schools Safe from Gun Violence

Keeping students safe from gun violence in their school communities is a top priority for the Biden-Harris Administration. According to the Washington Post, there have been 394 school shootings that exposed more than 360,000 students to gun violence since the mass shooting at Columbine High School in Colorado in 1999. The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to…

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