Curfews as Tools Between Teens and Parents
The piece argues curfews help build responsibility and trust in kids, with strict early grades and more leniency in high school as trust grows. It notes communication gaps cause dishonesty and conflicts, suggesting truthful disclosure of access times and mutual compromise to restore trust and set reasonable curfews.
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Aiise
Manlius Teen Center Sought by Local Students
A Fayetteville Manlius High School student argues for a dedicated teen center in Manlius after reports of police bans at Burger King and on town benches. He notes teens lack safe spaces, cites prior insurance objections, and urges officials to provide a supervised venue for youths.
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Manlius
Burger King
Sending Astronauts to Mars Faces Risks and Costs
A student essay argues that sending astronauts to Mars could advance knowledge and survival insights but would be dangerous and expensive. It cautions about fatalities and long development time, noting the mission could be a giant leap or a difficult ascent for humanity.
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Mars
Oil City Mall Proposal Sparks Local Debate
A reader argues that a new mall in Oil City would revitalize the city and keep tax benefits locally, criticizing current tax leakage to nearby towns. They call for tasteful site design and question how to handle oil barrel waste visible along Route 81, asserting the project could boost pride and commerce if well executed.
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Oil City
Camillus
Fayetteville
Patnl
Syracuse Talent Weighs Toward a Championship Run
A reader argues Syracuse basketball has ample talent for next season and could challenge top teams if coach Jim Boeheim manages playing time and lineup wisely. The letter notes departures and potential impact from star players and rival programs as the season approaches.
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Kentucky University
LeRon Ellis
Syracuse Orangemen
Syracuse
Sherman Douglas
Georgetown
Boeheim
Jim Boeheim
Teen says youth price fairness matters for movie fees
Lisa Cashin, 17, argues teens should not pay adult cinema prices due to lower weekly funds. She questions the fairness of the $67 charge and whether teens deserve equal viewing access.
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Lisa Cashin
AIDS In Schools Debate Reflects Generational Concerns
Heather Carmickle discusses AIDS as a shaping issue for current and future generations. The piece weighs public school inclusion for children with AIDS, advocating access, cautious precautions, and the right to education despite fear of illness or death.
Abortion debate urged as a strong public issue
A reader argues abortion is a two sided issue and urges ongoing publicity. The writer stresses considering foster care harms, loving couples unable to have children, and long term regret, urging people to weigh all options before deciding.
Neutral stance on abortion splits strong views
The author claims neutrality on abortion, citing mixed forces for and against. They support abortion in rape, incest, or maternal risk cases, but oppose when the father objects and warn a fetus could become a future leader. They compare themselves to Switzerland and ponder a future firm stance.
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Switzerland
Teens work while in school worry education suffers
National Teacher of the Year Mary Bicouvaris says students should prioritize school over work. Parents and teachers note teens spend earnings on clothes cosmetics TVs VCRs PCs and cars. Pulse line invites opinions with contact details and call times for Syracuse Herald Journal readers.
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Mary Bicouvaris
Syracuse Herald-Journal
P.O. Box
Syracuse
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