Bennett Found Guilty Faces Long Federal Sentence
Patrick R. Bennett was found guilty on 49 counts in a scheme that stole over 70 million from more than 10,000 investors across New York New Jersey and Florida. A federal prosecutor said he could face up to 20 years per total charges, with a $109 million fine, as Judge John S Martin criticized his conduct and signaled a harsh sentence. The bankruptcy trustee Richard Breeden noted erased records and tampering, while investors face only about 47 cents on the dollar.
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Re-Leaf Syracuse aims to build urban forest plan
Storm damage spurred the Re-Leaf Syracuse Committee to seek a long term plan for the city's trees. A 6 pm town meeting at Corcoran High School and a 9 am July 10 workshop at Nottingham High School invite resident input, with grants and private funding supporting a sustained effort.
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Violence Is Not The Answer Acknowledges Education Support
Education Commissioners Mary Ficchi Ed McLaughlin and President Paulette Johnson backed Vinta Carnegie in an Honors Luncheon. The program Alternative to Expulsion for Weapons helps more than 200 students with academics and conflict resolution in a small, restorative setting. The renovated Carnegie site inspires pride as Syracuse residents celebrate preserving a historic treasure.
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Protest Graffiti Convicts Call for Unusual Punishment
Two anti war protesters were convicted of spray painting STOP on a federal building and face August sentencing. A suggested remedy is making them building managers with full pay when complaints arise. The piece recalls a federal employee filmed writing KKK in an elevator and argues for praise of the graffiti as conscience.
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