Congress stalls on clean air act amid stalemate
In a stalled session the Senate and House struggle to finalize a strengthened clean air act. Despite an 89 to 11 Senate vote and talks in a conference committee, progress remains limited as lawmakers face tight remaining days and political headwinds. Public opinion shows support for paying for cleaner air, while costs are disputed amid lobbying by industry and environmental groups.
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Washington
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Gallup
Love Canal echoes in Black Creek Village sales
The Love Canal redevelopment, branded Black Creek Village, offers about 250 homes at 20 percent below market but with no guarantees of safety. Officials say contamination is contained, though opponents warn containment can fail after 10 to 25 years. Residents fear repeating Love Canal's fate.
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Black Creek Village
Love Canal
Love Canal Area
Hooker Chemical Co
Niagara Falls
Black Creek
Cities’ Call for Local Control in New York
A local official urges state government to halt mandates and cut spending, arguing New York City and other cities with over half the population and revenue need more local authority. He advocates funding scales locally, demanding pledges from state candidates and stressing fiscal independence and rapid accountability.
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Rome
New York State
New York
Dos Amigos Restaurant Laboring Under a Newspaper Correction
A reader protests a past hepatitis scare report that claimed Dos Amigos at 753 James St closed since 1987. The letter disputes the closure claim and criticizes the correction as insufficient, urging fuller publication and response.
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Dos Amigos
James St
Herald Journal
Unbekant Star Shines In Syracuse Theater Landmark
The program notes hip hop pioneer Unbekant at the LeMoyne Firehouse in July 2021. Lauren Unbekant leads avant garde scenes with strong literary and performative talents inspiring future audiences toward a lasting moment in local theater history.
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Hip Hip Goliath
LeMoyne
Syracuse
Lauren Unbekant
Tournament of Love Raises Over 24000 for Camp Good Days
In Central New York participants in the first Tournament of Love gathered for a charity event benefiting Camp Good Days and Special Times. The drive raised over $24,000 with credits to organizer Kathryn Friedman, CNY Assistant Coordinator.
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New York
Riders criticized for rude behavior at bike-a-thon
Floyd H Godfrey of Elbridge demands a public apology from Ms Jennifer Zarcone and Skaneateles Police Chief Jack McNeil and the Skaneateles Police Department for alleging riders were rude during the MS Bike-a-thon while he traveled from his home to Skaneateles. He cites over 30 years of driving experience.
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Jennifer Zarcone
Herald-Journal
Skaneateles
Jack McNeil
Elbridge
Should year round schooling become central New York policy
The piece outlines debate on summer recess versus year round schooling in Central New York. It cites farm history and child care issues, balancing whether keeping schools open all summer helps competitiveness and safety, against preserving childhood. Readers are invited to submit 300 word opinions with contact details by noon Wednesday to Syracuse Herald American, P O Box 4915, with additional contact options.
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New York
America
Syracuse Herald
American P.O
Syracuse
Clinton Square
Child’s 15th Birthday Marred by Gun Rights Dispute
A grieving note laments a child killed by gun violence and criticizes the NRA for opposing gun lock storage laws. The writer pledges to honor the slain child by highlighting the right to life and the need for safeguards to keep kids safe from firearms.
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NRA
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