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Kristy Sprague Shatters Glass Ceiling as Essex County’s First Female Judge, Defying Early Doubters

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ELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. — Kristy Sprague, who once was advised against attending law school due to perceived inadequacies, victoriously took the oath of office Monday as Essex County’s first female county judge. The inauguration ceremony, held in Elizabethtown’s historic courthouse, was attended by a throng of supporters including friends, family, and local dignitaries. In a bold retort to early detractors, the newly appointed judge recollected, “Look at me now,” echoing her determination and resilience that ultimately led to her achieving this historic milestone in a county established in 1799. Amid cheers, Sprague, 52, from Moriah, entered … 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