ALBANY -- Key measures affecting the upstate economy died Tuesday as Gov. David A. Paterson and legislative leaders ended this year's legislative session, one of the more bizarre periods highlighted by the departure of its two biggest power brokers.

Falling real-estate values and voter-demanded tax relief have done something not accomplished since Hurricane Andrew shredded the county more than 15 years ago: lowered the taxable value of Miami-Dade's property.

With election outcomes looming over the next couple of days, it's difficult to think much beyond getting out the door efficiently. Even as bleak as politics and the economy have been, this is a time for personal and, perhaps, national introspection.

ALBANY,NY(AP) If you are planning to use the NYS Thruway over the Thanksgiving holiday, be sure your car is gassed up before leaving. The New York State Thruway Authority announced the closings of 3 gas stations along the thruway.

Sebring voters will have four choices in the Aug. 26 primary: Former commissioner Jeri Canale is running against psychologist Bruce Borkosky for the Democratic nomination, and former city councilor Jeff Carlson is challenging incumbent Andrew Jackson in t