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Ken Tingley

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There are still some seats left for Friday's performance of #LastAmericanNewspaper at #CapitalRep. Saturday and Sunday shows are almost sold out, so if you are going to go, you better grab a ticket for tonight.
#newspapers #journalism #firstamendment

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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 16, 2026 at 3:51 PM

Ken Tingley

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Yeah, it's a long shot, but one man comes up with an idea to save #newspapers and shared it with me after seeing #LastAmericanNewspaper.

#journalism #capitaldistrict #northcountry
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Theater-goer suggests way to save newspapers that has merit

Last American Newspaper enters final weekend with chance to sell out

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October 16, 2026 at 11:42 AM

Ken Tingley

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Why the heck is #AnthonyConstantino meddling in #CarrieWoerner's #NYAssembly race?
#ny21 #northcountry #capitaldistrict

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One of Carrie Woerner’s opponents is a ghost

Sham candidacy will accomplish nothing

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October 15, 2026 at 12:56 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

There are still a few tickets left for #LastAmericanNewspaper Thursday. There are just 5 shows left. Pickings are slim for last 4 shows. What a ride!
#journalism #newspapers #capitaldistrict #northcountry #glensfalls #poststar

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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 15, 2026 at 12:46 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

Hope the cast is on the mend after The #LastAmericanNewspaper had to be cancelled due to illness. No understudies in these kind of productions so this stuff happens.
#capitaldistrict #northcountry #capitalrep #newspapers #journalism #glensfalls #albany

October 14, 2026 at 10:59 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

It is a bit unusual for the challengers in a #TownBoard race to have far better credentials than those currently in office. Such is the case in #Queensbury where I will be profiling all 4 candidates, including #MichaelToney in Ward 2 today.
#ethics

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Mike Toney deserves to represent Ward 2 in Queensbury

‘The Last American Newspaper’ enters its final week at Capital Repertory Theatre

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October 14, 2026 at 10:55 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

The final week of the extraordinary show #LastAmericanNewspaper begins Tuesday night at #CapitalRep in #Albany.
#glensfalls #capitaldistrict #newspapers #journalism #northcountry
Doin't miss this show.

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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 12, 2026 at 6:37 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

Been to a lot of #weddings in my time, but never felt the joy that I felt this past weekend watching Isabel and Joseph begin their life together.
#frontpage #capitaldistrict #queensbury #northcountry
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It was a glorious reminder of the love there is in the world

`Last American Newspaper’ begins final week at Capital Rep and tickets are going fast

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October 12, 2026 at 6:31 PM

Ken Tingley

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The last American newspaper

Capital Repertory Theatre stages *The Last American Newspaper* through Oct. 18, with tickets and showtimes available for the run.

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October 12, 2026 at 2:54 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

Something strange is happening over at the #GlensFalls Civic Center.
#jeffmead

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After Mead’s exit, arena’s finances in question

Costly audit of Civic Center’s books considered

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October 11, 2026 at 2:07 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

Two history nerds will unite in wedlock today bringing with them family traditions and history from another generation, but finally, we will be reminded there are "fruitcakes" in all of us.

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BONUS: `Fruitcakes’ in every one of us

Gendebien’s lead in polls explains refusal to debate in congressional race

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October 10, 2026 at 12:07 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

#HometownUSA continued its support and generous enthusiasm with a chartered bus to see #LastAmericanNewspaper.

#journalism #glensfalls #newspapers #capitalrep #northcountry #poststar
#albany
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Hometown, USA shows its love for newspapers

Westport seventh-graders make trek to see Albany play and learn about the media

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October 9, 2026 at 7:45 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

The feedback for #LastAmericanNewspaper has been truly humbling. People are now telling me about coming back a second time and one woman a third time. Saturday's matinee is sold out. Get your tickets now before it is too late.
#newspapers #journalism
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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 8, 2026 at 12:26 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

#DanStec has made a career out of talking. Unfortunately, the talking rarely translates into actions. When it comes to state government, after awhile you have to give someone else a chance. With #MelissaSeale, voters have a chance to do that.
#statesenate

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Melissa Seale has the spirit and spark for state Senate

Dan Stec, a 46’er, is better at hiking than politics

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October 8, 2026 at 12:20 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

We're halfway through the run of #LastAmericanNewspaper. This thought-provoking drama is not to be missed. If you love #newspapers. If you love #democracy, this is a show for you. Two shows scheduled today (1:30 and 7:30) at #CapitalRep in #Albany.

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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 7, 2026 at 11:31 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

This is what #HometownUSA is all about. Fifty folks boarded a big bus in downtown to support me and my play #LastAmericanNewspaper. It was #GlensFalls night at #CapitalRep, but honestly there has been more than one night like that. Thanks you all. It is a night I will remember for a long time.

October 7, 2026 at 11:24 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

What does the #director of a play actually do? Over the past month I got to observe Marcus Kyd do it. The result is simply fabulous.
#newspapers #journalism #capitalrep #albany #atf
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Being a director is not Marcus Kyd’s first choice

Chapman Museum opens news exhibit; Testimonials Last American Newspaper

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October 7, 2026 at 11:14 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

#LastAmericanNewspaper is drawing lots of praise.
"I love love LOVED the show. It was gripping and it felt EXACTLY like #PostStar newsroom in all the ways that matter It reminded me of what a great team the P-S was."
#KathleenMoore
#newspapers

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October 6, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

I'll be on the bus tonight with 50 other #GlensFalls folks for #LastAmericanNewspaper. I'll be signing books at intermission. We're almost halfway through 3-week run so get your tickets now.

The reviews have been outstanding.
#atf #capitalrep

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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 6, 2026 at 10:47 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

The current #Queensbury Town Board has not addressed an #ethics issue for 19 months. As it turns out, they are being challenged by an impressive slate of citizens. Here is the first of four profiles by Ward 1 challenger #PaulDerby. #northcountry

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Paul Derby is more than qualified to be on Qby Town Board and he supports ethics

‘Last American Newspaper’ gets lots of attention as show starts second week in Albany

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October 6, 2026 at 10:41 AM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

After an exhilarating first week at #CapitalRep, #LastAmericanNewspaper begins the 2nd week of its run on Tuesday night with a Chef's Table event. I'll be Albany-bound on a bus with 50 other #GlensFalls folks. Get your tickets now.
#newspapers

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“The Last American Newspaper” is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and “fake news.”

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October 5, 2026 at 2:25 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

In the first of four profiles on the challengers to ethics-ignoring current #TownBoard in #Queensbury, check out the credentials of #Ward1 challenger #PaulDerby. Endorse with a letter to the editor and then go vote for him.
#northcountry #ethics
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Paul Derby is more than qualified to be on Qby Town Board and he supports ethics

‘Last American Newspaper’ gets lots of attention as show starts second week in Albany

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October 5, 2026 at 2:17 PM

Ken Tingley

@ken-frontpage.bsky.social

The response to The #LastAmericanNewspaper has been a humbling experience for me personally and one I hope every journalist in the #CapitalDistrict embrace. People love their #newspapers and they want great #journalism.

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