Halsey District trims margins as budget debate heats
Halsey District aims to cut more than 550000 by not replacing retirees and eliminating 274 positions in 2014 15. It adds two teachers at districts and a health tech at high school while budget includes a proposed 21.19 per thousand tax rate and a May 19 vote on the budget reserve transfer and a bus purchase proposition.
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Fulton doctor charged with raping patient in treatment session
Fulton physician Dilip Roy faces rape charges tied to a patient during a medical session. Police say the conduct lacked forcible compulsion, with a grand jury possible. Roy was arraigned and released. next court date June 1. Investigators urge any other victims to come forward.
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Skelos clings to power amid corruption charges in NY Senate
New York Senate leader Dean Skelos, 67, vows to fight charges after his son Adam is also charged. The case follows the arrest of Sheldon Silver and questions over ethics in Albany. Republican leaders debate replacement amid calls for reform as rent rules and tax breaks loom.
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Oswego candidates clash on education reform and school involvement
Incumbents and challengers contrast in style as Hoefer touts efficiency and Common Core while Serena and DeCastro urge greater community support for Oswego schools. They spar over Cuomo reforms, testing opt outs, and the role of parents, with all stressing board experience and student focus. Election set for May 19 with the school budget on the same ballot.
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Worker dies after fall in Manhattan elevator shaft
A construction worker died after plunging more than 20 stories down an elevator shaft at a Midtown Manhattan construction site near West 46th Street and Eighth Avenue. The unidentified man was rushed to Bellevue Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
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City to decide who pays for worst sidewalks
City officials weigh whether the city should cover repairs on the worst sidewalks or bill property owners. Councilor Mike Todd argues for city funding, while others urge a clear policy with a transparent DPW budget and a ward flag system for repairs.
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