Weekend weather outlook with scattered storms
Tonight clear to partly cloudy. Saturday showers and a thunderstorm with a low around 60. Sunday mostly sunny and pleasant with a high near 78 and a low around 56. Monday sunny to partly cloudy with a high near 80 and a low around 60. Tuesday breezy with a thunderstorm or two and a high about 80 with a low near 62.
State fails to repeal utility tax in New York
Albany report notes the Assembly did not vote on a bill to repeal a tax on out of state natural gas purchases used by most power plants. The move would have leveled competition with other states as gas-fired plants begin paying the tax. Senate approved. Assembly blocked.
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Hastings woman faces charges over supplying beer to teen party
A Hastings woman, Raya N. Chambers, 49, bought a quarter keg for her 15 year old daughter's party a week after two teens died in a crash linked to alcohol. Investigators say one attendee, Rick J. Revoir, 18, from Constantia, died when his car flipped on county Route 12 after the event. Chambers is charged with unlawfully dealing with a child and endangering the welfare of a child. she posted bail and is due back in Hastings Town Court. Oswego County DA called the actions unforgivable.
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States push back on Viagra coverage mandate
New York and Wisconsin vow to defy a Clinton era directive requiring Medicaid to cover Viagra when medically necessary. Governors argue coverage should be state driven due to cost and potential drug interactions with nitrates and chronic conditions. The National Governors Association backs a state option approach amid concerns over health risks and federal overreach.
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Herald reveals near Earth asteroid and market shakes
The Herald reports an asteroid discovered within Earth orbit and notes market moves as General Motors weighs cutting weaker car models. It covers infant death rate decline over 15 years and legal actions in Albany hospital AIDS case. Holiday fireworks list and weekend events appear amid sports and entertainment items.
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