Food stamp fraud in Orange County shocks Sentinel Star readers
A two month covert probe by the Orange-Osceola State Attorney and Sentinel Star reporters exposes widespread abuse of food stamps in Orange County. Investigators show stamps bought goods from narcotics to cattle, hardware to teen prostitution, with a 50 to 80 cent on the dollar black market. The program moves about 1.7 million dollars monthly to some 13,000 households, with lax verification and weak enforcement.
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Orange
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State Attorney’s Office
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Agriculture Department
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U.S
Louis Frey Jr
U. Department of Agriculture
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Department of Agriculture
Clarissa
Grange County
Salt use on roads raises concerns amid winter damage
The piece notes record salt use in the U.S. this winter, with over 10 million tons likely, prompting EPA worries about water, vegetation, and infrastructure. It cites higher costs, ongoing research into alternatives, and measures by towns to curb salt while balancing road safety. It mentions expert views from EPA, the Salt Institute, and transportation officials, plus efforts at Washington State University and bridge protection studies. It lists political figures and offices in Pennsylvania and national government for context.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Hugh Masters
Federal Highway Administration
U.S
Utah Department of Transportation
Wayne Shepard
Utah
Department of Transportation
Lincoln Harner
The
Salt Institute
U.S. Department of Transportation
Burlington
Massachusetts
Two Rivers
Wisconsin
Washington State University
Restitution debated as juvenile punishment gains traction
In Los Angeles and across the country rest of restitution programs build. A 16 year old in Philadelphia received 25 weeks of cleanup work instead of jail. An Atlanta youth repaid losses by working for the insurer which then hired him. In California a San Leandro boy paid his final 50 installment for a 50 part time job earnings. Restitution supporters say it offers rehabilitation while questions linger about its fairness and scope. Federal program allocates 2 million to study restitution in seven states at a national juvenile justice conference in Los Angeles.
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Philadelphia
Edward Rosenberg
Atlanta
California
San Leandro
John Purchio
Alameda County
Washington
Richard W. Velde
Law Enforcement Assistance Administration
National Council of Juvenile Court Judges
National District Attorneys Association
James Byers
Green Bay
Wisconsin
Judges Conference
Silly Symphonies asks how taxpayers can enforce will on city
A citizen inquiry wonders how residents can push back against city actions amid a flood of ordinances and provisions. It notes a need for taxpayers to know their remedies and channels for effecting change in governance.
Accolade for Corry Fire Company and Utility Meters Question
A reader asks why utilities do not offer timed meters like old two-meter setups to shift daytime hot water tank usage to off peak hours. The letter contends such meters would cut electric bills and conserve resources, citing high peak demand. Another reader praises Corry Fire Company as a volunteer rescue squad providing round the clock lifesaving services.
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