Bank robbery surge hits Western New York amid recession
FBI officials link rising bank holdups to hard times and addiction pressures. Since Oct 1 1991 there were 108 robberies in Western New York, up 46 percent from last year, with Rochester and Buffalo showing large increases and a 60 percent arrest rate. Local take remains around 2,000 to 3,000 dollars per crime.
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Two suspects freed in taxi driver slaying
In Albany, two men charged with the murder of taxi driver Lawrence Fox were freed after nearly two years in prison when prosecutors learned a key witness has a history of schizophrenic hallucinations. The judge dropped murder and robbery counts.
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Federal Express Office Closed After Chemical Leak
In Cheektowaga the Buffalo Federal Express office closed after a chemical leak released cyclohexane in the warehouse. Fire officials said 36 workers were treated for exposure but none were seriously hurt. The incident prompted emergency response and an investigation by local authorities.
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Albany-Enrollment Up In New York State Schools
State education officials report New York school enrollment will edge up 1.3 percent to 3.1 million this year marking the third straight year of rising figures. A New Jersey company agreed to pay 49000 to settle asbestos violations across six projects in New York, the largest Labor Department settlement since 1985.
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