Winter Arrival Brings Three Month Stay To Central New York
The column notes Old Man Winter will arrive at 4 46 Tuesday morning and settle in for a three month stay. It chides skiers and residents for wishing winter away, praises its rare beauty, and recalls snowdrifts and crunching snow underfoot as familiar Central New York winter experiences.
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Santa
Old Man Winter
New York
Weathered Winter Blues In Central New York Charm
A reflective piece on enduring winter in Central New York. It contrasts the chill and routine with the region’s hearty patience. The author notes daylight loss, daily chores, and the upcoming shift as solstice signals longer days and spring near. It ends with a pragmatic, hopeful tone.
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Tale
A nostalgic riff questions why the other reindeer mocked Rudolph for his bright nose and wonders if Santa would have chosen him without the foggy Christmas Eve crisis. It reflects on inclusion, doubt, and the rescue moment that legitimized Rudolph's role.
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Rudolph
Santa
Rudolph Joins Santa's Team Against Reindeer Bigotry
A playful Christmas tale recounts Rudolph choosing to join Santa after facing mistreatment from other reindeer. His decision preserves Christmas joy for children worldwide and secures his celebrated place in history.
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Santa
Rudolph
Court of Appeals rules Dram Shop Law not for private hosts
The state Court of Appeals ruled that the Dram Shop Law does not apply to hosts serving liquor at private parties unless the recipient is underage or injuries occur on the host’s property. The editorial cautions hosts to enforce responsibility, ensure guests do not drive drunk, and provide safe means to get home.
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Court of Appeals
Stifling LaFayette Students Provokes Local Outrage
A concerned parent blasts LaFayette Central School for suppressing student spirit at games while praising student enthusiasm and calling for tolerance. The letter cites incidents of mocking a male cheerleader, observers, and mentions budget politics discussion and community acknowledgments for local events.
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LaFayette Central School
LaFayette
Visit to Birchwood Nursing Home Promotes Holiday Cheer
Howard Clark family thanks Birchwood Nursing Home staff for cooperative care and welcoming visits. They emphasize that a visit is the best gift during holidays and any time, noting the joy of grandchildren, a poodle, and shared memories with residents and staff.
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Birchwood Nursing Home
Birchwood
Howard Clark
Mary Bojczuk
Warners
Outcry Over Phone Solicitations and Political Critique
A Syracuse reader laments rising daytime and evening solicitations, from surveys to charity appeals, including computer dialers. He favors private purchases and limited mail, asks for alternatives, and cites political figures and local industry concerns. Community voices react to tax and regulation issues raised by Assemblyman Bragman and Governor Cuomo.
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Mike Bragman
Albany
Manufacturers Association of
Central New York
Drunk the DJ event at Jamesville-DeWitt high school
Jamesville-DeWitt Students Against Driving Drunk hosted a DWI information display at Shopping town Mail and closed with Drunk the DJ. Designers Dave Lard and Ted Long, aided by Dark Room Tavern, consumed alcohol in a three hour demonstration with 30 minute sobriety checks showing early impairment to emphasize dangers of intoxication.
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Jamesville-DeWitt
Shoppingtown
Dave Lard
Ted Long
Darkroom
Dave
Ted
Letter writer apologizes for hunter dog shooting and broader harms
Oswego resident Bob Langdon defends hunting while apologizing to the family of a shot pet, extends remorse for drunk driving deaths, and condemns violence including Vietnam-era actions, urging that one bad apple not spoil the whole. He notes American citizenship and distrust in America today.
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Herald American
New York State
Vietnam
America
Bob Langdon
Oswego
Public letter submission policy for local papers
The Herald Journal and Herald American invite unsigned letters on public issues and may withhold identities if needed. Space limits require editing for length while preserving the writer s view. Letters asking not to be edited will generally not be published.
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