D'Amato's Windfall Sparks Fresh Ethics Debate
A new Senate ethics complaint questions how Senator D'Amato earned 37123 in a day via a stock investment tied to a Lake Success broker. The case hinges on whether his actions were ethical or influenced by his position, relying on an unreleased prior Senate panel report.
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Albany Studies Gambling Sparks Political Debate
Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce president Joseph Dalton Jr argues that Gov. Pataki's casino task force has insufficient time for a thorough study. The group opposes casino expansion, warning it would burden the economy and increase crime while finance and Native American land claims loom.
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Saratoga County
Saratoga
Through the Eyes of Children talk circles in Syracuse
Local groups sponsored by the InterReligious Council of Central New York meet for six weeks to discuss improving life for children. A June 27 forum at Sulzle Auditorium will present findings to leaders and invite community involvement to reduce child poverty and maltreatment in Onondaga County.
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Reform Calls for Albany Probe of Legislators
GM Armstrong of Manlius urges a deep inquest into New York legislators noting chronic budget delays and alleged private ties with corporations lobbyists and special interests. He argues the press must expose conflicts to restore democratic principle and public welfare.
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New York State
D'Amato stock deal stirs distrust amid investigation
In a single day Senator Alfonso D Amato earned over 37 thousand dollars from a stock transaction with a firm scrutinized by the SEC. He chairs the Senate Banking Committee and denies special treatment as he leads a Whitewater probe into President Clinton. Critics say such dealings erode voter confidence and raise questions about public service.
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Hillary Clinton
US voices mounting concern over Bosnia peacekeeping
A reader letter argues the United States has done enough for Bosnia and condemns redeploying soldiers from domestic life. The writer cites personal sacrifices like postponed marriages, calls for halting further missions, and questions who will address US problems. Brendan Grooms signs the letter.
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Bosnia
No More Dog Poop On Our Lawn Please
A child in fourth grade complains about neighborhood dogs roaming onto their yard leaving dog waste. He urges dog owners to keep dogs on their property and to clean up after walks, noting kids cannot tell fresh waste from baked goods and must wash shoes each time. He asks neighbors to consider others in gardens and yards.
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Stallone criticized for skipping Marcellus High visit
A Marcellus High School environmental prize group laments Sylvester Stallone’s no show at their award event. The writer, BILL REAGAN, urges accountability and warns Central New York audiences to recall the actor’s absence when his next film arrives.
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Sylvester Stallone
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Syracuse
Star- Jone
Central New York
Bill Reagan
Honest shopper returns lost purse at grocery store
A shopper recounts leaving a purse in the produce department. A kind man helped search the store, others offered to help, and the purse was found and turned in at the main desk. The incident highlighted honesty and community goodwill among store staff and patrons.
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Gore
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