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The Reporters Roundtable gathers local reporters from the Hudson Valley/Catskills and North East Pennsylvania to discuss the pressings issues facing the community and to delve further into the latest headlines.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Latinos in Local Politics roundtable discussion with La Voz host Mariel Fiori
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Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 to October 15, honors the culture, history, and contributions of Latino and Hispanic Americans in the United States. As part of Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, an event will be held in Kingston, NY. The "Latinos in Local Politics" roundtable discussion will take place on **Thursday, Octobe…
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Sullivan County Parks Survey And Master Plan
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Last weekend marked the official start of fall, but it’s still warm enough to take a walk in the park without a jacket. The Sullivan County Parks & Recreation Department recently rolled out a survey for residents to offer any comments on the current park system. This effort is part of an initiative to expand and improve on the county parks and thei…
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VOTE BEAT: Pennsylvania Democrats approach 2024 election with slimmest voter registration advantage in decades
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Despite a bump following Joe Biden’s exit from the presidential race, Democrats in Pennsylvania are entering the home stretch of the 2024 election with their weakest voter registration advantage compared with Republicans in recent decades. The party’s raw registration numbers began to rise after Biden dropped out in late July, and that trend is con…
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Ulster County Resident Dies from Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus, EEE
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An Ulster County resident who was recently diagnosed with Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has died, Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Monday. This marks the first case of EEE in New York since 2015, and the state's Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites, which transmit the virus. In response to the d…
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VOTEBEAT PA: Pennsylvania Supreme Court Restores Date Requirement For Mail Ballots, Voiding Lower-court Ruling
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court restores date requirement for mail ballots, voiding lower-court ruling The decision, focusing on the court’s jurisdiction rather than the case’s merits, could cause thousands of mail ballots to be rejected in November’s election. Votebeat's Carter Walker speaks to Radio Catskill's Jason Dole.…
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NY FOCUS: Kathy Hochul's Parole Board Blunders
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The governor promised to fill the chronically understaffed Board of Parole. Nearly half of her nominations have ended in disaster. Chris Gelardi of New York Focus speaks to Radio Catskill's Jason Dole.De către Patricio Robayo
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SPOTLIGHT PA: Spotlight Pa Investigation Spurs Call For More Oversight Of Who Can Be A Medical Marijuana Doctor
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NY FOCUS: Are You a New York Teacher Spending Your Own Money on School Supplies?
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Year after year, teachers in New York have had to fill in the gap left by their schools’ thin budgets for expenses as essential as classroom supplies. During the 2019–2020 school year, New York teachers spent an average of $463 on school supplies, according to data from the National Center for Education Statistics. Ninety-five percent of them purch…
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Toni McGibbon Celebrates 26 Years and 17,000 Hours of Volunteer Service at Garnet Health Medical Center
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In this episode, we highlight the inspiring story of Toni McGibbon, Garnet Health Medical Center’s longest-serving volunteer. For over 26 years, Toni has dedicated her time and energy to helping patients, logging more than 17,000 hours of service. From her early days in patient transport to her current role at the registration desk, Toni’s warmth a…
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NY FOCUS: New York’s Energy Transition Faces a Staffing Shortage
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The state’s energy regulator has more work than ever — and far fewer employees than it did three decades ago. Colin Kinniburgh, from NY Focus speaks to Jason Dole.De către Patricio Robayo
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SPOTLIGHT PA: Without Cuts or New Revenue, Pa.'s Budget Surplus is on Track to Run Dry
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Without cuts or an infusion of cash, Pennsylvania’s budget surplus is projected to run dry next fiscal year. But lawmakers aren’t saying much about a solution. Jason Dole speaks to Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PADe către Patricio Robayo
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NY FOCUS: Senator Proposes $1,000 “Baby Bonus” to Help People Afford to Have Children
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More than a million New Yorkers with children are receiving checks in the mail from the state. The payments of up to $330 are a one-time supplement to the state’s child tax credit, passed as part of the state budget negotiated by the legislature and Governor Kathy Hochul this spring. But one Albany-area Republican senator wants the state to go furt…
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New Stretch of Sullivan O&W Rail Trail Opens in South Fallsburg
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A new 1.1-mile trail has opened up in South Fallsburg, where visitors can wind around the partially collapsed Fallsburg Tunnel and take a scenic stop overlooking the Neversink River on a moderately hilly, unpaved path. It's part of an ongoing project to transform stretches of abandoned railroad tracks throughout Sullivan County into the 50-mile-lon…
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New York's Adult-Use Cannabis Market Faces Ongoing Challenges Amid Legal Disputes and Licensing Delays
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New York's rollout of the adult-use recreational cannabis market has encountered numerous obstacles. While the first dispensaries licensed under the general application period are now opening, previous rounds aimed at equity applicants were marred by legal disputes and significant delays. Philip Pantuso of the Times Union recently discussed these c…
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SPOTLIGHT PA: What Pennsylvania’s $47.6b Budget Does For The State’s Rural Communities
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This year’s state budget addresses some gaps that leaders in rural areas say make it hard to attract and keep people in their communities.De către Patricio Robayo
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NY FOCUS: Hochul Punts on How to Reduce Traffic and Pollution in NYC
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Hochul says she’s working with the legislature to replace congestion pricing, but key legislators say they aren’t aware of any conversations. Sam Mellins talks to Radio Catskill's Jason Dole.De către Patricio Robayo
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Sullivan County Update: Foreclosure Repurchase Deadline, Fiscal State of the County
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For this week's update from the Sullivan County government, we spoke to county treasurer Nancy Buck, who shared a reminder about the fast-approaching repurchase deadline for tax-foreclosed properties, and shared her thoughts on the fiscal state of the county.De către Chia-Tien Nicole Chen
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Tim Koch on the Importance of Reading Rivers
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Local rivers are swelling with heavy rains from Tropical Storm Debby this week, putting low-lying towns in the Catskills and Northeast Pennsylvania on alert about potential flooding. With increasingly extreme weather brought on by climate change, experts say it’s worth reconsidering the ways we manage our rivers and streams. Radio Catskill reporter…
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NY FOCUS: Deaths Abound in New York’s Jail Infirmaries. So Do Profits
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Sullivan County Closes Public Buildings Following Emailed Threat
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Sullivan County has temporarily closed several public buildings today, August 5, 2024, due to a non-specific threat emailed to the county government's main address. Acting Sullivan County Deputy Manager Michelle Huck authorized the closure as a precautionary measure. The closures include the Social Services campus in Liberty, specifically the Travi…
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NY-19 Congressional Candidates Clash Over Immigration Policies
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In New York’s 19th Congressional District race… Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro and his Democratic challenger Josh Riley… have been criticizing each other during press conferences, over social media and in attack ads. As WSKG’s Phoebe Taylor-Vuolo reports… one issue that keeps coming up is immigration.…
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"On the 531" is an original play written and directed by Mando Alvarado. The story follows Benny, who discovers his late wife’s infidelity and struggles with his own faults over a decade-long journey. Alvarado’s play delves into life’s twists and turns, the power of memory, and the difference between reality and how we remember it.…
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Ingrassia Pledges Infrastructure and Public Safety Overhaul in 100th Assembly Run
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Lou Ingrassia Jr. officially announced his candidacy for the 100th Assembly District today at a press conference held in the lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center. The seat is being vacated by Assembly Member Aileen Gunther, who is set to retire this year. Ingrassia, a Republican, will face Democrat Paula Kay in the upcoming November elect…
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NY FOCUS: New York Idles on Green Transportation Plan
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Local Edition's Jason Dole speaks with NY FOCUS's Colin Kinniburgh about New York's strategy to cut pollution from transportation.De către Patricio Robayo
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SPOTLIGHT PA: Federal Dollars Driving Energy Policy In Pennsylvania Toward Solar, Hydrogen
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In a recent article, Spotlight PA talked about recent bipartisan agreements by Pennsylvania state lawmakers on various energy projects and policies, signaling a gradual shift towards clean energy while maintaining the use of fossil fuels. Kate Huangpu of Spotlight PA speaks with Radio Catskill's Patricio Robayo…
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SPOTLIGHT PA: Thousands of Pa. prisoners endure summer heat without air conditioning
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Multiple state prisons in Pennsylvania lack air conditioning, leaving thousands of incarcerated people at risk during increasingly common high temperatures. Spotlight PA's Danielle Ohl has more.De către Patricio Robayo
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NY FOCUS: New York to Close One of Its Most Notorious Prisons
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Great Meadow and Sullivan prisons are slated to shut down in November. The state could close up to three more over the next year. Chris Gelardi from NY FOCUS has more.De către Patricio Robayo
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Local Officials Unite Against Closure of Sullivan Correctional Facility
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New York State Senator Oberacker, for the 51st District, joined local officials at a rally today at the Woodbourne Firehouse to oppose the planned closure of the Sullivan Correctional Facility, scheduled for November 6. Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo has more…De către Patricio Robayo
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Meg McGuire on "A Flight Along the Delaware River: Our History, Our Watershed"
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Pandemic-Era Population Shifts Show “Irrefutable Evidence of Gentrification” in Hudson Valley, Says New Study
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NY FOCUS: How Upstate Retirees Fought Privatized Health Care And Won
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Bethel, Home of Woodstock, Embraces Green Initiatives
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The town of Bethel has been recertified as a “Bronze-standard Climate-Smart Community” by the Department of Environmental Conservation as part of New York State’s Climate Smart Community program, which supports local efforts to meet the economic, social, and environmental challenges posed by climate change. Bethel is one of 23 municipalities being …
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NY-19 Congressman Marc Molinaro Discusses Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump
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NY-19 Congressman Marc Molinaro Discusses Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald TrumpDe către Patricio Robayo
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Greag Goldstein, Chairman for the Sullivan County Republican Party Reaction to Trump Assassination Attempt
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Greg Goldstein, Chairman of the Republican Party in Sullivan County said "It's a sad day for America."De către Patricio Robayo
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Local Reactions to the Attempted Assassination of Trump
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Former President Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt Saturday when a gunman opened fire at a rally approximately 30 miles north of Pittsburgh. During the incident, one person at the rally was killed and two others were wounded before Secret Service agents neutralized the shooter. Greg Goldstein, Chairman of the Republican Party in …
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Fallsburg Issues Water Conservation Due to Shortages
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For the second consecutive week, the Town of Fallsburg has issued another water conservation notice for certain areas of South Fallsburg, effective until Monday, July 15, 2024. According to Fallsburg officials, a review of the current water supply this morning revealed that the LaVista Drive water tanks are at minimum levels necessary to meet the e…
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Prison Journalist John J. Lennon Starts Writing Workshop at Sullivan Correctional Facility
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John J. Lennon is a prison journalist currently serving a 28-years-to-life sentence at Sullivan Correctional Facility for murder, drug sales, and gun possession. He is a contributing editor at Esquire and a contributing writer at The Marshall Project. Recently, he started a nonfiction writing workshop at Sullivan, where 10 incarcerated individuals …
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Move Sullivan Expands Bus Service in Sullivan County
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Sullivan County’s bus service, Move Sullivan, is set to expand its routes, aiming to connect more communities across the county. This expansion is part of a broader initiative to improve public transportation accessibility for residents, making it easier for people to commute to work, attend medical appointments, and access other essential services…
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NY FOCUS: Trans Man Forced to Undergo Prison Genital Exams Wins $275,000 Settlement
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A transgender man sued the New York prison system for forcing him to undergo illegal genital examinations. He has settled the case for $275,000. Chris Gelardi from NY Focus spoke to Radio Catskill's Patricio Robayo on what this means for the transgender community in prisons.De către Patricio Robayo
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Meet Joanna Gass - Catskill Singer
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Joanna Gass, a beloved local singer who performs with Search and Rescue and frequently appears at events throughout Sullivan County, such as Bethel Music by the Lake. Joanna, who sang during the Catskills Borscht Belt era, will be sharing her story with writer Carol Montana, discussing her life and how she became a staple in the Catskills nightlife…
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New Agency in Sullivan County Provides Trauma Support for Middle School Girls
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Girls who have experienced trauma face a significantly elevated risk of engaging in self-harm and contemplating suicide. According to EverGreen Meadow Academy, a new agency in Sullivan County, the best opportunity to alter their trajectory is during their middle school years. The academy offers comprehensive mental health services, including indivi…
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Sullivan Correctional Journalist, John J. Lennon, Discusses Impact of Revoked Creative Work Ban
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The New York State Prison agency has revoked a policy that prohibited incarcerated writers and artists from publishing their creative work. This policy, which was put into effect on May 11, mandated a rigorous approval process for publishing creative content outside of prison and allowed prison superintendents to block works that violated broad rul…
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Summer Tick Safety Tips from the New York State Department of Health
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It’s tick season In New York State and tick safety is important as ever. The good news is there are a number of precautions you can take to protect yourself. Reporter Marin Scotten is joined by Melissa Prusinski from the New York State Department of Health to hear more about ticks, where you can find them, how to protect yourself and what to do if …
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Tragic Day in Delaware County: Fatal Plane Crash in Masonville and Deadly Storm at Campground
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Plane Crash in Masonville On Sunday June 30, 2024, around 2:00 p.m., the New York State Police responded to a potential plane crash near Lake Cecil Road in Masonville. A multi-agency search effort, including drones, ATVs, and helicopters, led to the discovery of debris and the downed aircraft. The aircraft, a Piper Malibu Mirage, was found with all…
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Monticello Is Transitioning to Electric School Buses. Will It Get There on Time?
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In April 2022, New York State set an ambitious mandate: by July 1, 2027, it states, all school districts in New York State can only purchase zero-emission buses, and by July 1, 2035, all school buses operating in-state must be zero-emission — powered by electricity, rather than diesel or gas. Monticello Central School District received its first el…
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NY FOCUS: Missed Deadlines Pile Up As New York’s Climate Law Turns Five
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New York State is falling behind on critical milestones needed to achieve its ambitious emissions targets. In a recent interview, Radio Catskill's Jason Dole discusses these issues with Colin Kinniburgh, shedding light on the state's climate challenges.De către Patricio Robayo
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Fire Companies Battle Blaze at Bethel's Russell Farm Amid Record Heatwave
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On Thursday, June 20, at approximately 12:37 PM, a fire broke out at Russell Farm's barn located along Route 17B in Bethel, NY. The White Lake Fire Company received the call and promptly responded to the scene. According to Shane Cunningham of the White Lake Fire Company, the fire was triggered by a mechanical failure in the hay conveyor machine. D…
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Goodwill's Secrets: Christopher Mele Unveils New Book
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Christopher Mele, a senior staff editor at the NY Times with nearly 40 years of experience in community newspapers in New York and Pennsylvania, has authored a new book. In "Goodwill's Secrets," restless teenager Raven vanishes from the Adirondack village of Goodwill. Reporter Alex Provetto, initially dismissive, is assigned to cover her story. As …
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NY FOCUS: Could New York Force Insurance Companies to Drop Fossil Fuels?
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In New York and across the country, insurers like Liberty Mutual, State Farm, and Allstate, among others, have stakes in both sides of the climate crisis. To make up some of the lost revenue, they have pared back coverage and hiked rates by more than 30 percent since 2019, in large part because the increasing frequency of storms and other extreme w…
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Romanian Photo Exhibit Arrives at County Museum Through International Collaboration
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In August 1897, the first scientific expedition to Antarctica set sail from Antwerp. Nineteen young men from six countries were on board, among them was American physician and Sullivan County native, Frederick Cook, venturing into the frozen unknown for more than a year. To celebrate the 125th anniversary of this expedition, the Frederick Cook Soci…
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