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Supporters defend top NY education official's $155,000 in pay raises

New York State Education Commissioner Betty Rosa delivers remarks during an assembly held at Lime Kiln Elementary School in Wesley Hills May 3, 2024. They celebrated their accomplishment as tops in the nation for an online educational math game called First In Math. The games build confidence in math.

Pay increases totaling $155,000 for New York Education Commissioner Betty Rosa prompted rebuke by critics and then a fierce defense by her supporters.

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Trump: US tariffs on Canada paused for at least 30 days

 

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Maiale's basketball ascension continues as New Paltz tops Newburgh

 

Jack Maiale's star brightens after leading New Paltz in a decisive win over Class AAA Newburgh in the Officials vs. Cancer basketball tournament.

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Signs indicating where a temporary homeless shelter is located at the Dutchess County jail on June 29, 2023.
 

Amid NY 'surge,' one Hudson Valley county saw lowest rise in homelessness

 

The New York State Comptroller's Office has released a report on homelessness from 2022-24, showing an "alarming increase" in most areas.

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NY sports fans affected by TV blackouts could see refunds with proposed legislation

 

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