Native studies programs spark college debate in upstate New York
Syracuse University and Le Moyne College face calls to add native studies amid support from Onondaga leaders and comparisons to Cornell and historic Iroquois influence. Advocates urge more courses and student support while administrators cite priorities and staffing limits.
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Leon Shenandoah
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Dial-A-Porn Sparks Constitutional Debate On Dialing
A column argues dial-a-porn should not be outlawed as it is protected free speech and unlikely to be curbed by law. It notes New York and San Francisco pauses on FCC rules, urges parental line restrictions, and suggests teens will drift to other activities if exposed.
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Norstar Bank supports new Syracuse credit union revival
Norstar Bank volunteers services for the Community Development Federal Credit Union replacing the insolvent Syracuse Neighborhood Federal Credit Union. It donates 5000 dollars for a business plan and will assist with market survey and training as the underserved South Side area seeks banking access.
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DOT takes aim at tolls funding maglev trains
A Syracuse reader urges Assemblyman Bragman to abandon toll retention on the Thruway after bond repayment and to seek alternative funding for maglev in New York citing Gov. Dewey’s toll-free pledge. The letter proposes hover crafts for oil spill response and road de-icers as options.
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Heart to Heart article on addiction gains praise
Diana G. Norcross commends the Herald American for publishing "Heart to Heart" by Mr. Ristan, saying it addresses addiction openly, reduces isolation for sufferers and families, and encourages seeking help through a non threatening, informative approach.
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Back on Track article highlights Syracuse youth aid
The Syracuse Herald Journal article chronicles the work of the Salvation Army's Transitional Independent Living Program and Van Outreach Service aiding about 700 runaway and homeless youth annually. It stresses community support, United Way Venture grant backing, and ongoing volunteer involvement enabling the Outreach Van program’s expansion after the pilot project.
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Seniors Thank NY Aging Agencies For Market Coupon Books
Dorothy J Huston writes to thank the New York State Office on Aging Metropolitan Commission on Aging and Ida Henderson Senior Center for providing senior citizens coupon books to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at the Downtown Farmers Market. She notes the gift eases living on a fixed income and enjoys participating in market activities and downtown entertainment.
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Metropolitan Commission On Aging
Ida Henderson Senior Center
Dorothy J. Huston
Syracuse
Is 911 worth cost in Syracuse NY opinion letter
Timothy D. Kenepick questions a 35 cent monthly 911 surcharge before its availability. He argues funds go to pet projects while Central New Yorkers face homelessness poverty addiction illiteracy aging fears and rising crime. He asks why city and county keep spending on local programs.
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70 Is Safest Dont Get In Way Of Faster Cars
A Soapbox letter argues that 70 mph is the natural driving speed and that laws should reflect this to punish the actual danger drivers pose. The writer contends current speed limits are arbitrary and cites the idea that 85 percent drive around 70 mph if unmonitored. The piece urges following the golden rule and argues against forcing others to drive a single speed.
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County commits long term funding for youth services
The Onondaga County Legislature and Youth Bureau pledge over a decade of support for Booth House and Barnabas services aiding runaway and homeless youths. Thomas J. Knox notes success stories while editors, politicians warn of anti trust law breaches amid claims big oil uses its influence.
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Booth House
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Phil Klein
Readers urged to submit letters with contact details
Readers are asked to submit succinct legible letters with a daytime contact number. Unsigned letters are not published. The paper may edit for length and provides contact numbers for help and electronic submission via ASCII text files.
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