Iran mourns Khomeini death as world weighs future successors
In Our Opinion mourns Ayatollah Khomeini, condemning his brutal rule and terrorism while noting Iran's power struggle after his death. Rafsanjani emerges as a moderate contender amid hardliners as the United States watches for shifts in relations and policy.
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Iran
Hashemi Rafsanjani
Rafsanjani
Iraq
West
Ali Akbar Mohtashemi
United States
Khomeini
America
Tran
Poland shifts toward full democracy after Solidarity wins big
The Solidarity backed candidates surged in Poland's weekend parliamentary elections, challenging the Communist majority plan. Despite wave of optimism, the law requires a 50 percent vote to win, risking vacant seats. Jaruzelski's regime saw the open poll as historic, while Walesa fears overreach could complicate later parliamentary convening. The broader story is the people’s turnout signaling a break from oppression and the bloc’s cautious learning that democracy is all or nothing.
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China
Poland
Solidarity
Wojciech Jaruzelski
Lech Walesa
Jaruzelski
Real hero rescues man from fiery Route 57 crash
On Route 57 in Clay a bystander named Scott Whipple kicked in a car window and pulled out Henry Mancini moments before the wreck exploded. The 32-year-old Palermo resident and 36-year-old Clay man formed an unlikely friendship after the incident, saving Mancini to continue life with his wife Cheryl and 11‑month‑old Matthew.
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Henry Mancini
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Mancini
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Palermo
Clay
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Matthew
Mancinis
War Memorial Editorial Angrily Denounces Onondaga Memorial Barn
A May 28 Herald American editorial refers to the Onondaga County War Memorial as the old barn. Veterans and families protest, urging unity and respect for the shrine honoring those who served. Letter writer John G. Jackbanuskit, a Purple Heart veteran, recalls ground-breaking memories and calls for an apology.
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Onondaga County War Memorial
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Syracuse
Memorial Day Speech on War Memorial Use in Cicero
Councilman John P. Kavanaugh of Cicero defends preserving the Onondaga County War Memorial as a respectful place for remembering fallen soldiers. He spoke amid a Memorial Day event at Cicero Elementary, urging opposition to converting the building for other uses.
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War Memorial
Cicero
Onondaga County War Memorial
John P. Kavanaugh
Prisoners and memorial clash over war memorial
Casimir Chorazy, former Polish Legion of American Veterans leader, blasts the Herald American for a Memorial Day piece about a barn and prisoner facilities. He questions how many prisoners could be housed and warns against ignoring veterans’ respect and gratitude.
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Herald American
War Memorial
Casimir Chorazy
Polish Legion of American Veterans
Syracuse
Concrete steps urged after fall at Salina Street post office
A fall occurred on May 30 at about 10 a.m. on a muddy embankment outside the Salina Street Colvin Street Post Office entrance. The property owner was identified as the federal government with a city easement. The post office manager noted others have fallen there, including 20 elderly individuals observed waiting for police.
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Colvin Street
Syracuse
Mela
Pewell
We cannot be powerless against destructive law
Sister M. Anicetus condemns permissive curbs on Dial-A-Porn and environmental harm. She laments poisoning homes, polluted air, and ozone destruction while a phone company faces limits in law. She urges parents teachers officials to challenge the perceived degradation and crime.
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M. Anicetus
Syracuse
Bus Driver Prevents Head-On Crash on Longbranch Road
Liverpool School Bus driver Joanne C. Yarwood kept calm and defensive driving on Longbranch Road, averting a serious head-on collision with a distracted car driver. The incident highlights professional handling that prevented injuries to both the car driver and students aboard the bus.
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Liverpool
Longbranch Road
Ms. Lockwood
Joanne C. Yarwood
Syracuse Lacrosse and LeMoyne Baseball Triumphs Highlight Memorial Day
Syracuse lacrosse and LeMoyne baseball teams drew praise from Central New York as Washington Post coverage on Memorial Day weekend celebrated their victories. The feature, centered on May 28, marked a rare national spotlight for local squads.
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Washington Post
Syracuse
LeMoyne
Van Buren Residents Struggle to Find Landfill Lawyer
In Van Buren residents complain they cannot secure legal counsel to challenge the county’s landfill plan citing environmental and health concerns and potential impact on home values. Advocate F J Spurchise of Mattydale questions equal access to justice in this local dispute.
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Recycling bill spurs countywide curbside program
Local resident urges Onondaga County to enforce recycling after witnessing a growing trash pile near the Erie Canal in DeWitt. The letter argues recycling is cheaper than burying trash and will curb environmental blight along the canal and in the community.
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Onondaga County
Erie Canal
DeWitt
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