Gouging in natural gas prices sparks urgent reform
Opinion piece argues current pricing is legalized larceny, blaming suppliers and pipelines. It cites potential 60 percent price hikes and $20 billion in extra costs, urging passage of the Temporary Natural Gas Market Correction Act to require least cost gas and curb take or pay contracts, warning of job losses if ignored.
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Niagara Mohawk
House of Representatives
Senate
Michael McManus
Herald American Sunday
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
McManus
Washington
Christmas Bureau seeks gifts for over ten thousand locals
The Christmas Bureau in Central New York aims to provide gifts and food baskets to more than 10,000 area residents this year. By last Wednesday it had pre-registered over 3,000 families and 9,000 individuals, with final counts expected to surpass last year’s 10,700.
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Christmas Bureau
Bureau
Christine Layman
Christmas Food and Toy Drive Seeks Donations Countywide
Food baskets will cost more this season while toys and gifts go to youngsters under 15 under Bureau rules. Donations from families and individuals are needed to meet rising need. Food items can be dropped at the Onondaga County Public Library system and schools. call 474-7011 for specifics. New unwrapped presents accepted at the War Memorial Exhibit Hall weekdays until Dec 21. Checks made to the Volunteer Center, 103 East Water St., Syracuse.
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Bureau
Old Newsboys Association
U.S. Marine Corps
Onondaga County Public Library
War Memorial Exhibit Hall
East Water St
Syracuse
N.Y
Victims' rights in court closures spark debate in Syracuse
An editorial by Richard A. Hennessy Jr. defends victim rights in child assault cases, advocating courtroom closure to protect privacy and noting the press should respect victims' wishes. The letter commends Syracuse Newspapers for not publishing victims' names and underscores balancing rights.
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New York
Syracuse
Richard A. Hennessy JR
Onondaga County
Custody bill urged for joint but firm oversight
Norman Kopp of North Syracuse urges Assemblyman Michael Bragman to push a 1983 reform of New York domestic relations laws. He opposes Lasher-Barclay joint custody, advocating mandatory joint custody with equal rights but an option for sole custody later, to motivate responsible behavior and reduce litigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Kopp
North Syracuse
Lord Yahweh name roots in ancient Hebrew script
In response to a letter, the article explains that the divine name in Hebrew is represented by four letters and read as Jehovah or Yahweh. It notes Moses and Jesus references, including Isaiah 61 1 where Yahweh appears in Hebrew, and discusses why God has a unique name.
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Lord
God
Jesus
Nazareth
Yahweh
Syracuse Honored For Aid From Commissioner Dolly
The town of Salina acknowledges the Syracuse city and Public Works Department for their timely aid during a period of need. Town board highway department and residents express gratitude for the support received.
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David Dolly
Department of Public Works
Syracuse
Town Board
Town Highway Department
Salina
Shortchanged County Legislators Over Disabled Hanukkah Hope
A distressed note accuses Harold Bro Jim Johnson Charlie Rawcows and transportation committee members of bias for funding holiday cheer over aid for Jewish wheelchair users. The writer laments lack of money for disabled residents while funds appear for Christmas observances and urges county officials to act fairly and implement proper programs.
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Harold Bro Jim Johnson
Charlie Rawcows
Peace First: Leaders vow to defend peace at any cost
In a recent speech, the president declared the nation’s goal is peace and that the country, though peace-loving, will go to war if necessary to preserve peace. Laurence Dawso, San Francisco, California.
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Laurence Dawso
San Francisco
Merchants Bank and Centro win praise for Ride the Bus on Us
Erwin G. Schultz, President of the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce, lauds Merchants Bank and Centro for the Ride the Bus on Us program aiding consumer confidence. John Finlay and Warren Frank receive commendation for teamwork, highlighting community pride amid election-time chatter and salary talks.
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Greater
Syracuse Chamber of Commerce
Merchants Bank
Centro
Syracuse
John Finlay
Warren Frank
Merchants Bank and Centre
Erwin G. Schultz
Chamber of Commerce
City Official Salaries Spark Public Critique on TV
Magnarelli criticizes a panel idea on pay raises for councilors mayor and auditor and notes he selected the panel. He asks what residents are thought to be, suggesting residents deserve the raise anyway. The remark underscores ongoing debates over official compensation.
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Magnarelli
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William D. Cotter
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Elwood Davis Road
Belle Terrace
Darrell W. Weston
James Abbott
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Toomey
Alex Giambartolomei
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