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From Opposition to Applause: Trump’s Surprising Turnaround on Infrastructure Success

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WASHINGTON — When Donald Trump was president, he attempted to obstruct what would become a significant infrastructure law. Today, many of the projects funded by that legislation are being highlighted, leaving observers to note a curious paradox: the former president is now being credited for initiatives that he had once sought to undermine. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, enacted in November 2021 with strong bipartisan support, allocates approximately $1.2 trillion for transportation improvements, broadband expansion, and water infrastructure upgrades. This law is designed to tackle longstanding challenges such as crumbling roads and bridges, while … Read more

Trailblazing Triumph: Kristy Sprague Sworn In as Essex County’s First Female Judge Amidst Family and Historic Applause

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Elizabethtown, NY — Surrounded by family and tradition, Kristy Sprague made history on Monday by becoming the first female county judge in Essex County, a judicial seat forged in 1799. Sworn in before a full house at the historic county courthouse, Sprague’s commitment to perseverance shone as she recited the oath of office, administered by state Supreme Court Judge Allison M. McGahey. Defying early doubts about her capabilities, the 52-year-old Sprague, hailing from Moriah, stood proudly as a testament to ambition and resilience. In an echoing response to a guidance counselor who once doubted her … Read more