Gambling on gambling stalls in Albany battle
The proposed constitutional amendment to permit casino gambling on non Indian land stalls as Senate leaders doubt votes. Gov Pataki and leaders warn gambling harms, while Assembly support remains strong. The piece critiques political maneuvering and pushes against gambling as a cure for New York’s woes.
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Senate
Buffalo
Saratoga
Niagara Falls
Catskills
Joseph Brumo
Bruno
George Pataki
New York
Albany
New York State
GAMES AS A LIFE LESSON When poor sports become violent
This opinion piece argues that youth sports should emphasize enjoyment over outcomes. It cites incidents in youth hockey and high school basketball, cites pro players like Dennis Rodman and Roberto Alomar as poor role models, and urges parents to model dignity and resilience for children.
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Roberto Alomar
Baltimore Orioles
Rodman
Alomar
Good Friday name change sparks church state debate
Letter writers clash over Syracuse school district renaming the Friday before Easter to Recess Day arguing it breaches church state separation. A second note expresses gratitude to Onondaga County sheriff's department for support during the death of Paul Burt, recognizing the department's care and professionalism.
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Syracuse
Cal Thomas
The
Christian Coalition
Littie
Onondaga County
Kevin Walsh
Sheriff's Department
Police mergers spark protests in Liverpool and Solvay
petitions for referendums on police mergers were ignored in both villages as taxpayer anger echoed in meetings with obscenities and booing. Lawsuits seek to overturn board decisions and force referendums while spin teams defend actions ahead of upcoming elections.
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Liverpool
Solvay
Letter to Herald Journal on WWOR substitute by Time Warner Cable
A reader objects to Time Warner Cable replacing WWOR TV with an all day animal show, calling it an unequal choice. The writer cites William Knowlton of Liverpool and urges customers to demand a change.
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Time Warner Cable
New York City
Wwor-Tv
William Knowlton
Liverpool
Tobacco ties in Whitewater politics to Bill Clinton
A reader argues that tobacco interests and a Republican agenda drive the Whitewater investigations. The letter links Kenneth Starr to big tobacco as a political weapon against Hillary Clinton, while praising Bill Clinton’s presidency and condemning GOP motives. The writer urges focus on Americans’ real concerns and respect for the Clintons.
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Washington
White House
Bill
Hillary Clinton
Big Tobacco
Bill Clinton
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Tom" Burt
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