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The timer has started on a crucial step in James Irven Staley III's appeal of his conviction for the murder of Jason Wilder McDaniel, 2.

Amid concerns about declines in students' performance at public schools, another issue that has risen is the massive drop in college students seeking degrees in education to pursue jobs in teaching, according to data from the National Center for Educational Statistics.

Many colleges throughout the country, regardless if they’re religiously affiliated or secular, do not have religious accommodations, and the policies at most of the institutions that do are lacking, according to a recent report.

PLATTSBURGH — There are plenty of events and activities to keep folks busy today as they celebrate our nation’s birthday, the Fourth of July.

PLATTSBURGH — As Independence Day approaches, communities across the North Country are preparing for Fourth of July celebrations, including parades, craft vendor fairs, music, games, food and fireworks.