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Steve Thurston scored a scoop within days of his being let go as editor of The Post-Star after 17 months. He posted on his Facebook page in December:

“Well, that was quick, but through a convoluted grapevine: Word is getting out that the current Executive Editor of the Post-Star is gone. Three weeks after they replaced me with him.”

The Post-Star had written on Dec. 4: “Paul Kasko, an accomplished …

Chronicle Managing Editor Cathy DeDe writes: State Senator Dan Stec talks about his pursuit of the 21st District Congressional seat that Elise Stefanik will leave to become U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

“What I’ve said is, hey, my entire senate district rests within the congressional district. I’ve been in the legislature for 12 years now, born and raised in the district, college educated in the district, lived my whole …

Zander Frost reports: Ward 3 Councilwoman Diana Palmer is running for Mayor of Glens Falls.

A campaign press release said, “With seven years of dedicated service on the Common Council, Palmer has been a steadfast advocate for transparency, collaboration, and thoughtful decision-making.

“Under the theme, ‘A New Chapter of Hope and Partnership,’ Palmer’s campaign focuses on building a vibrant, thriving Glens Falls by prioritizing strategic planning, empowering community partnerships, and …

Zander Frost reports: Sticker Mule CEO Anthony Constantino announced he will host and pay for a “FREE Cage Wars event at the Glens Falls Cool Insuring Arena on February 7th, 2025”

Mr. Constantino is seeking the Congressional seat Elise Stefanik will vacate upon expected confirmation as Ambassador to the United Nations.

Mr. Constantino’s release said political operative Roger Stone and former MMA fighter Jorge Masvidal will make appearances “to speak …

By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

2024 was another big digital year for The Chronicle. We reached 16,500 free digital subscribers — up from 5,000 four years ago.

And our posts generated millions of views via Facebook and Instagram. A record number of them reached over 100,000 people each.

As always, we’ve maintained our commitment to organic growth. We’ve never paid to boost a post. The success is all thanks …