The lack of affordable housing in our upstate region is a critical issue with large ramifications. For the young, the seniors and the economic health of the region. Young people are leaving the … more

The current administration is widely described as operating in an environment of unprecedented opportunities for private enrichment through public power—and it’s a systemic problem blurring the … more

The current situation in our country is one in which just a small group of very rich and powerful people are controlling our government. The wealth disparity, along with the corruption and lies, has … more

Since August I’ve been knocking on doors in Hamden, DeLancey, Mundale and Hawleys. The question I hear more than any other is about the battery storage facility proposed here. People want to know … more

As a long-time political junkie, I am appalled at the quality of ads being put out by the candidates for the 19th Congressional District. Each candidate blaming the other for high utility costs is so … more

Things big corporations tend to steamroll become enormous issues for rural consumers and businesses, affecting the already high costs of electricity. While there are many reasons power bills have … more

As stated in last week’s edition of The Reporter , questions were raised at the recent meeting of the Village of Sidney concerning the boil water notice issued by the Village in conjunction with … more

Residents of Hamden should be more informed regarding the harmful “fire and chemical hazard” of the proposed 125-magawat battery energy storage facility planned on Cobbe Cross Road, Hamden, New … more

The pain has arrived: Across New York state, hundreds of thousands of us – including many in Delaware County – have lost our health insurance because of federal cuts to the Affordable Care Act … more

House Republicans and Democrats overwhelmingly (416 to 3) passed the “Rate Payer Protection Act” that would shield customers from soaring electricity costs from AI data centers. House Speaker … more

After reviewing a local social media post about marijuana and cannabis psychosis, I noticed a substantial amount of misinformation being shared. To help clarify the current evidence, I decided to … more

Ask a Delaware County voter how many choices they’ll have for town supervisor this November, and there’s a 50% chance they’ll say “one.” That’s this year’s ballot, and the deadline to … more