Don’t Drink and Drive Holiday Tragedy Remains Deadly
A Manlius Route 92 crash killed an 80 year old grandmother and a 56 year old man after a drinking driver, the grandson, allegedly impaired. The piece urges moderation, designated drivers, and reminders that the holidays heighten drunk driving risks during National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month.
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Manlius
St. Basil
Farmers should be allowed to vaccinate livestock for rabies
The editorial urges lawmakers to pass a bill letting farmers administer rabies vaccines to their animals, arguing it would reduce costs, improve vaccination rates, and protect both livestock and human health. It notes veterinarians oppose but cites other states with success, urging quick action before holidays.
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Mario Cuomo
Nancy Lorraine Hoffmann
Syracuse
John McEneny
Albany
Hoffmann
Eton
New York
Sour Sitrus Society Defends Dome Spirit at Syracuse
A Syracuse University letter from Dina M. Morrison defends the Sour Sitrus Society pep band amid fan hostility at the Carrier Dome. The writer recalls attempts to energize games, cites past rowdy groups, and laments nonstudent fans insulting and threatening band members while urging more student participation.
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Sour Sitrus Society
Daily Orange
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State gambling laws spark debate over Vera House raffle
Steven J. Cahoon argues New York laws unfairly label nonprofit fundraisers as gambling while state lotteries, casinos, and casino nights proceed. He questions why car raffles supporting Vera House and Syracuse Symphony face restrictions while large gaming events flourish.
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Syracuse Symphony
America
Turning Stone
Saratoga
Finger Lakes
Vernon Downs
Belmont
Aqueduct
Romeo thanks supporters after Syracuse council bid
Romeo and family express sincere thanks to those who supported and contributed to his unsuccessful campaign for Syracuse Common Council president. They value time interest and votes and appreciate community generosity and engagement during the race.
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Syracuse Common Council
Help youths succeed through church tutoring program
An interfaith group in San Jose started an afternoon school tutoring program with city help. Across 11 centers adults tutor faltering youths, benefiting both groups. The piece notes similar efforts exist nationwide and invites contact to start such a program, listing Rev. David Mann in San Jose for information.
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Calif
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Fowler High School Day Care Supports Teen Mothers
A letter praising Fowler High School for a nursery day care facility for teen mothers argues it helps keep students in school, reduces welfare dependence, and sets a realistic example for peers. Peggy Young signs.
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Fowler High School
Peggy Young
Syracuse
Support 2nd Amendment Debate Over Brady Bill Editorial
A reader rebukes the Herald American for praising the Brady Bill as a small step and defends the Second Amendment. He cites Constitution protection, warns against eroding rights, and contrasts US gun policy with Bosnia Herzegovina's arms embargo effects.
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Herald American
National Rifle Association
Bosnia- Herzegovina
Ricardo R. Sciacca JR
Liverpool
Readers urged to send legible unsign letters to editor
Readers may submit concise letters with daytime telephone numbers for verification. Unsigned or unverifiable letters are not published. The paper edits for length and provides a mailing address P O Box 4915 Syracuse NY 13222 and phone lines 315 470 2027 and 315 470 2235 for questions.
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