Outgoing NY leaders face reform push as Silver is jailed
As Sheldon Silver receives a 12 year prison term for corruption the Albany scene shifts. Lawmakers push bans on Hudson River commercial bass fishing while pledges to fix corruption fall flat. Cuomo aides face federal probes as reform groups urge stricter ethics rules and tighter campaign finance limits.
Oswego Obituary: Lee E Perry Sr 77 Dies
Lee E Perry Sr 77 of Oswego died April 27 2016 at Oswego Hospital. Army veteran served in Germany during Vietnam era. Survived by two sons and two daughters nine grandchildren seven great grandchildren. Friends may call 5 7 p m Saturday at Dowdle Funeral Home Oswego. Donations to Wounded Warrior Project requested.
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Donnie) Knosp
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Mary A McGiff Oswego Obituary in Oswego NY
Mary A Driscoll McGiff 90 of Oswego died May 2016. Daughter of James and Agnes Driscoll. Homemaker later Wayne's Drugs employee. Married James J. McGiff Oct 5 1946. Four children Mary Colleen Sweeney James McGiff Susan Gioia Julie Porter. Grandchildren Brian Amy Adam Sweeney Jessica Drapita Matt McGiff Stephen Stacy Gioia. Great grandchildren Griffin Madeline Deapist. Survived by cat Spuds and brother James Kip Driscoll. son-in-law Donald V. Sweeney Jr predeceased. No calling hours. Funeral Mass 1 p.m. Friday May 6 at St Pauls Church. Burial St Pauls Cemetery. Nelson Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.
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Lawrence E. Bresee dies at 65 at Cross Lake home
Lawrence E. Bresee, 65, former Crucible Steel employee and Navy veteran, died April 30, 2016 at his Cross Lake home. He served on the Hannibal Village Board and led the Hannibal Water Department, was past commander of Hannibal American Legion and county commander. Survived by wife Julia, son Eric and grandson Brayden, plus siblings. Calling hours May 5, funeral May 6 at Foster Funeral Home Hannibal. Burial with honors at St. Mary’s Cemetery Fulton. Memorials to American Legion Prior Stock Post 1552.
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Silver's 15 Month Sentence Shapes Ethics Reform Debate
Silver, 72, jailed almost 15 months after a November conviction on corruption charges in New York, as lawmakers including Barclay and Oaks push for broader ethics reforms. He faces forfeiture of funds over $6 million, fines, and a $70,000 annual pension, while Skelos awaits sentencing. Oaks calls for term limits and stronger ethics rules for leaders.
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Farley to retire after 40 years in New York Senate
State Senator Hugh Farley of Schenectady County announces he will not seek re election. The 83 year old Republican has served since 1976 and cites time for his wife and family, noting his role in the 1986 Environmental Quality Bond Act and protections for water and hazardous substances. He represents the 49th district including Fulton Hamilton Saratoga and Herkimer counties.
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Former NY powerbroker Silver gets 12 years in prison
Sheldon Silver, a long time Albany insider and former speaker, was sentenced to 12 years for corruption. Prosecutors describe a system of kickbacks tied to a cancer researcher and developers, with a history of covert arrangements and restricted disclosures. Cuomo’s office faces ongoing probe efforts as reforms lag.
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Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Never Known to Fail
A devotional plea to Mary asking for aid in personal necessity. The text extols Mary as Mother of God and Star of the Sea and requests succor, invoking Marian intercession and promising publication after three days.
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