Pataki accused of using school aid politics to fight STAR
In Our Opinion, Pataki's plan to bypass districts with STAR relief is hypocritical and unfounded. He accuses boards of masking spending while offering no hard evidence. Critics urge focus on equitable aid, fewer mandates, and timely budget passage.
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Donors Rally As Y2K Fears Subside in County Drive
Interreligious Food Consortium hosts a Saturday food drive at 222 Teall Ave in Onondaga County to help 70 pantries serve about 5,000 people. Donations may be picked up by arrangement, supporting a national push by America's Second Harvest.
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The Big Lie of the New Century Exposed
Nick Charles of Syracuse reflects on January 1 2000 and denounces the idea that the new millennium truly began. He critiques media manipulation and public credulity, arguing that leaders use comforting lies to steer minds and justify harm, while urging readers to resist fear-driven narratives.
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Compromise on Clann letter argues for Syracuse-Onondaga city
Thomas Popoff questions consolidating 1788 land claim areas into one regional city. He argues local governments best understand regional issues and warns consolidation would weaken local authority and public input by creating a single municipal government.
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Series on Jesus Inspired Photo Maps in Holy Land
Reader Bob Oberst praises a series tracing Jesus life places, noting Scripture words harmonize with John Berry photographs of the modern Holy Land. He urges continued scripture based features and maps, urging timely publication.
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John Berry
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Tobacco settlement funds to fight addiction in Onondaga
Edward W. Eagan urges Onondaga County to spend at least 20 percent of the tobacco settlement revenue on tobacco prevention and cessation programs. He argues against state inaction and warns against Big Tobacco, insisting local, community-based efforts are needed.
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Edward W. Eagan
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Syracuse
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