One is using acoustic telemetry to track the movement patterns of local fish. The other is employing an 80-foot commercial fishing vessell to gather migratory data on commercial and recreational fish.

For decency. For rationality. For science. For truth — and for many, many other reasons — we are for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.

Representative Nick LaLota is in a tough spot: trying to present himself as a moderate while not appearing so cozy with Democrats that he risks alienating his conservative District 1 base.

Fred W. Thiele Jr., who has represented the East End in the State Assembly for nearly 30 years, leaves enormous shoes to fill. He has endorsed Tommy John Schiavoni to replace him, calling him the candidate with "the temperament, maturity, and leadership skills needed to get things done."