Central New York nurses face growing shortage and job discontent
In Syracuse area hospitals a rising nursing shortage prompts aggressive recruiting. Nurses cite low pay and disrespect, while facilities like Crouse-Irving and University Hospital report staffing gaps. CIM renovates beds but cannot staff units, and area hospitals insist they are not yet understaffed yet feel the pinch.
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Crouse-Irving Memorial Hospital
Kathryn Lee
Crouse-Irving
School of Nursing
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CIM
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University Hospital
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St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center
Syracuse
New York
Price war in the sky cuts fares to 89 dollars to L A
Continental and Eastern Airlines announce broad nonrefundable fare cuts up to 40 percent on most domestic routes starting Sunday. New York to Los Angeles drops to 89 dollars, with 49 dollars one way to both Los Angeles and Chicago, while Boston fares fall to 29 dollars. Other carriers plan matchups or consider similar cuts as overbooking and no shows drive pricing strategy.
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Snow Accumulations Forecast Overnight and Saturday
A winter weather note reports 1 to 3 inches of snow tonight with near 20 mph west winds. Brisk conditions and lake-effect snow potential linger into Saturday with gusty breezes varying by location.
Panel finds official web of deception in Iran Contra report
The Senate Intelligence Committee publicized a 65 page chronology showing Reagan officials deceived Congress about arms for hostages. It notes profits from Iran arms sales potentially funded Israeli projects and deposited in accounts controlled by Richard Secord and two ex-CIA officials for Nicaraguan rebels.
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Senate Iran arms‑Contra report finds no direct Reagan knowledge
The Senate Intelligence Committee concludes no direct evidence Reagan knew funds from Iranian arms sales were diverted to the Contras. It notes arms deals aimed at improving Iran relations evolved to seek hostages’ freedom, with officials delaying Congress notification until hostages were freed. The panel found no proof Contras or backers smuggled drugs into the United States.
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Iran
U.S
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Congress
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Agency
William Casey
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Black History Month activities highlighted in Central New York
Central New Yorkers prepare for Black History Month with events from the Paul Robeson Performing Arts Company to the Syracuse Black Leadership Congress on February 27. Leaders emphasize daily celebration, education, and reflection on contributions and ongoing racism.
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Urban League of
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Syracuse
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Larry S. Howard
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United States of America
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Martin Luther King Jr
Malcolm X
Howard
Alfred Young
State University College At
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