Public employees face wage cuts and slow recreation in New Mexico
The piece details state local and county budget shortfalls amid a national recession. It highlights California Governor Schwarzenegger's unilateral salary cuts to minimum wage, Albuquerque Mayor Richard Berry proposing a 2.5 percent city employee cut, and Farmington cutting 45 jobs. It notes impacts on city services in Las Hub City and other New Mexico communities with recreation centers shut and youth leagues canceled. The article criticizes governance failures as responsible parties avoid accountability.
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Editorial on Uganda bombings and Iran case in Telegraph and Montreal Gazette
Editorial discusses Uganda bombings killing at least 64 and al Shabaab links while warning against radical ideologies. It also critiques Iran over Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani case, noting delayed execution and calls for open retrial or release, reflecting on Western criticism and Iran's public justification.
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Federal pay and benefits compared to private sector
A Heritage Foundation study finds federal workers earn about 22 percent more hourly than private counterparts after controls. Benefits include health coverage with higher employer contributions, a defined benefit pension, early retirement at 56 after 30 years, and strong job security due to civil service rules.
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Doonesbury Dr Dr Gott Advice On Osteoporosis Drugs
A reader asks if Fosamax and calcium with vitamin D could affect blood sugar and bone health. The column notes the patient’s age, current meds, and plans to see her doctor in August while resisting a 70 mg alendronate dose.
Patient questions alendronate use for osteoporosis
The writer cautions against taking alendronate with meals and suggests timing with water on an empty stomach. They note lactose as an inactive ingredient and reference a 2009 study with unclear sugar level effects. They urge DEXA monitoring and discussion with a physician, and propose alternatives including calcium with vitamin D or a nutritionist before discontinuing the drug.
Airman Walters Assigned to Chanute Base for Training
Keith L Walters son of Herbert and Roswell residents has been assigned to Chanute Air Force Base Rantoul Illinois after completing basic training He will receive specialized instruction in aircraft maintenance Walters a 1982 NMMI graduate Army National Guard Pvt Michael R Martinez son of Samuel and Maria Martinez completed a chaparral crewman course at Fort Bliss Army Air Defense School Fort Bliss Texas
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