Cortland County Legislator Faces IDA Loan Repayment Issue
Thomas E. Smith, a Clay district official and Planning and Economic Development Committee member, owes $11,988 on an IDA loan for a Cortlandville Sears store closed in 1998. His offer to pay half was rejected. he may pursue a repayment plan to protect the revolving economic development fund.
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Pataki urged tougher national gun laws to back state aims
The piece argues Gov George Pataki should push national gun controls to curb illegal firearms entering New York. It cites Sen Charles Schumer on out of state sources, supports background checks on secondary sales, licensing via dealers, Brady Law tweaks, and tracing to block crime guns. The column urges Pataki to leverage Washington ties to pass a broad, effective national measure.
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Samaritan Center honored as annual fundraising chairs
The Samaritan Center in Syracuse relies on local support with 85 percent of funding from community groups. Honorary chairs Rev. Harold Avery, Rev. Msgr. Joseph Champlin, and Rabbi Charles Sherman reflect on meals, volunteers, and the center’s impact serving 66,000 to 72,000 meals yearly. This year’s drive emphasizes ongoing need and gratitude.
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Gun rights debate shapes Bush NRA influence in 2000s
A fragmented letter discusses gun policy shifts under Bush, arguing NRA support for gun show loophole closure and gun ownership rights. It contrasts perceived political manipulation with calls for licensing, background checks, and registration, referencing figures like Bill Clinton and the NRA's citizen base.
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