Central New York economy eyes rebound in 1995
Central New York faces a slow recovery after a mixed 1994. Unemployment hit 4.6 percent in December, but job gains lag state and national rates. Despite losses like the Miller brewery closure and Niagara Mohawk cuts, expansions at Bristol-Myers Squibb and Nestle, new plants in Solvay and Geddes, and the East Syracuse mail facility signal momentum. Economist Cliff Mulgan predicts 1.1 percent job growth in 1995 with stronger gains by 1997. public optimism varies as Albany considers tax cuts and spending reductions.
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Economasis
Cliff Mulgan
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New York prints budget in New Jersey sparking cost row
The New York State budget printing, awarded to a New Jersey plant, drew criticism for outsourcing work and wasting taxpayer money. Kinane Printing in Solvay offered a cheaper, faster bid but wasn’t chosen. The piece argues for keeping state spending local and scrutinizing contractor choices.
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Centro bus woes prompt asks for practical cuts and reforms
The Herald American outlines Centro's financial strain with a 25 cent fare hike and service reductions under consideration. Readers urge smaller buses, layoffs of nonessential staff, and question the board's expenditures. The column notes state and federal aid as possible relief and cites local opinions on fiscal management.
Death penalty views oppose state killings in New York
The Sisters of St. Francis of Syracuse leaders condemn capital punishment. They argue killing by the state fails to deter crime, citing Bishop O’Keefe, Bishop Costela, and Catholic bishops. They urge nonviolent approaches, prevention, jobs, and education to resolve violence.
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Justifiable Homicide Debate and Rabies Metaphor
A reader disputes editorial stances on the death penalty arguing it prevents crimes against children and seniors. The letter equates criminals to rabid animals and endorses the death penalty as a humane elimination.
Janet Besse Pioneer of Local Recycling in Onondaga
A postscript to Lois Vosburgh’s column recalls Janet Besse leading a volunteer recycling effort in Onondaga. She organized a Saturday center at the highway garage, secured buyers for glass, paper, and tin, and personally delivered aluminum and steel proceeds to recyclers and town hall, until OCARA’s program launched.
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