An artisanal beef stand with a political back story has shaken up New York farming circles since it opened last month at a Manhattan greenmarket. Unlike its competitors, South Farm is quietly operated by a former New York governor: George Pataki, who is now running for … [Read more...] about George Pataki: Presidential Candidate and Essex Farmer
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GE-Published Report Identifies Steps to Close Skills Gap for Low-Income Students
Today, the GE Foundation released a solutions-driven white paper, titled "The Skills Gap and the New Economy: Implications for Low-Income Students," that outlines strategic steps needed to help low-income students succeed in college and career. According to the white paper, … [Read more...] about GE-Published Report Identifies Steps to Close Skills Gap for Low-Income Students
Former NY Governor George Pataki to Keynote The Skills Gap and The New Economy Global Summit in Essex NY (Portions to be Live Streamed)
Former three-term New York Governor George Pataki will keynote a global summit in Essex, New York that will convene leaders in education, corporate, and philanthropy sectors from the United States, Ireland, England, and Finland on April 21 and 22. The summit will address the … [Read more...] about Former NY Governor George Pataki to Keynote The Skills Gap and The New Economy Global Summit in Essex NY (Portions to be Live Streamed)
Debut Novel by Allison Pataki: The Traitor’s Wife
It would be shocking if anyone in America had never heard of Benedict Arnold – especially anyone in our region where he lived and participated in critical historical events. Yet, not many will have heard of his wife or considered her role in those events. Watch the video below to … [Read more...] about Debut Novel by Allison Pataki: The Traitor’s Wife
CFES Dedicates New Building Tomorrow
CFES Dedication Friday, May 10 Beginning at 5:00 pm College for Every Student (CFES) works with low income students to help them succeed in high school and gives them access to and the tools to fulfill their goals in college. In January of 2012, CFES relocated their … [Read more...] about CFES Dedicates New Building Tomorrow