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Oct 04 2024ENVIRONMENT

Eating Greener: Kingston's Plantiful October

Have you ever thought about what you eat? Not just the taste, but how it affects your body and our planet. That’s what Kingston is focusing on this October with a series of events called "Plantiful". It's all about switching to plant-based foods for personal health and environmental sustainability.

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Hidden Costs of Local Election Funding

Local election funding, designed to prevent corruption, has instead become a goldmine for politicians and their teams. The system matches public funds with citizen donations at an 8-to-1 ratio, making it extremely lucrative. For example, a $250 donation can get up to $4,250 in matching funds! This s

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Oct 04 2024BUSINESS

Microsoft's AI Spending Surge: What Investors Need to Know

As investors gear up for Microsoft’s upcoming earnings report, they’re zooming in on one big number: finance leases. This means Microsoft pays for assets like data centers over many years instead of all at once. For a company racing to boost its AI capabilities, these agreements are crucial. In July

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Oct 04 2024LIFESTYLE

"The Invite Mix-up: What Happened? "

Last week, an invitation for a fundraising event caused quite a stir. The event, "South Boston for Mayor Michelle Wu," was set to take place at Amrheins restaurant on West Broadway from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. It listed Gregory Lally as part of the host committee. But here's where thing

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Trump's September Donations: Small Amounts, Big Support

Last month, former President Trump’s campaign team gathered a whopping $160 million in donations. That’s a lot of money! The interesting part? Nearly all of it came from small contributions. We're talking about 96% of the total donations being under $200 each. That shows there are many people who be

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Fairfield's Board Member Calls It Quits After Five Years

Jack Testani, a Republican member of Fairfield's Board of Finance, surprised everyone by announcing his resignation during Tuesday's meeting. He'd been on the board since 2019 and served diligently until personal issues cropped up. "I apologize for missing meetings recently," he said, not going into

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Oct 04 2024FINANCE

Prepare Your Wallet: How Elections Shape Your Finances

The election is fast approaching, and that means financial decisions can get tricky. No one likes uncertainty, but experts suggest being proactive about your money now can make a big difference later. Why? Because elections change taxes and how the government spends cash. These changes affect e

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Oct 04 2024FINANCE

Revamping TV Finance: Lessons from Indie Films

The television industry is in a state of change. Traditional ways of funding shows through broadcasters and distributors aren't as dependable as they used to be. So, what are TV professionals doing? They’re looking for new financing methods that have worked well in the indie film world. At Iberseri

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Oct 04 2024BUSINESS

The Oakland Coliseum Sale: A Rollercoaster Ride

Selling a massive property like the Oakland Coliseum isn't straightforward. The city and the African American Sports and Entertainment Group (AASEG) have been trying to seal a deal for months, but things keep shifting. Recently, AASEG agreed to pay most of the money in two large chunks instead of sm

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Oct 04 2024ENVIRONMENT

Coffee Under Threat: Starbucks Invests in Farms to Fight Climate Change

Climate change is making life tough for coffee farmers. Temperatures are rising, and weird weather patterns like La Niña are bringing frosts and droughts that mess with crop growth. This isn’t just bad news for farmers; it also affects what we drink. Starbucks is stepping up to protect its coffee su

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