Health insurers oppose state mandating coverage
Health insurers and business groups oppose a mandate for contraceptive coverage in New York. The Seattle court ruling affecting Bartell Drug Co. could push employers to include coverage, while Onondaga County self insures and limits contraceptives to non family planning medical reasons. Advocates hope the ruling spurs Albany to act. several states have already mandated coverage.
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School Board Debates Time for Science Classes
The proposal faces long negotiations over time gains for middle school science, with President Lau rie Menkin urging increased class time to meet state standards. She stresses the superintendent’s authority to set program direction amid union concerns and adds that City Hall’s support hinges on the superintendent’s performance. Former Mayor Tom Young urges city leaders to back the superintendent if he is doing his job, tying public education to political support.
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Herald-Journal Corrects Policy Notice
Herald-Journal invites readers to report factual inaccuracies in coverage. Readers are asked to call 470-0011 with corrections to help ensure full fair accurate reporting.
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Lottery draw results and large Pick 10 number list
The Take 5 winning numbers are 2 9 15 20 25. Pick 10 results show numbers 4 5 6 8 17 21 27 28 29 38 46 49 55 56 65 66 68 73 77 80. Associated FI
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Presbyterians consider lifting ban on gay clergy
In Louisville, the General Assembly approved a measure to remove the ban on ordaining gay and lesbian clergy by 317 to 208. The plan must be ratified by a majority of 173 presbyteries over the next year, amid debate and division.
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Ramseys sue Court TV over slay story
Atlanta parents of JonBenet Ramsey sue Court TV for 70 million, alleging defamation by naming their son Burke as a prime suspect in his sister JonBenet’s murder. The 6 year old was found dead in Boulder, Colorado on December 26, 1996. case remains unsolved.
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Alexander M. Hunter
Ramseys
Steve Thomas
Atlanta
Jon Benet Ramsey
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JonBenet Ramsey
Unsafe infant seats found at Colonie Center check
Albany County officials tested 100 child safety seats at Sears Colonie Center and found 97 unsafe. Only three seats were properly installed during a technician certification course, with 25 recalled or damaged seats unable to protect a child. County executive Breslin cites nationwide similarly high improper use rates.
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Albany
Sears of Colonie Center
Michael Breslin
Prom mementos spark debate over underage drinking link
At Au burndale High School and Spaulding Vermont prom items include wine and martini glasses filled with candy or candles. Officials say misused items are unlikely for drinking, though Brattleboro Union High faced complaints after students chose shot glasses.
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Auburndale High School
Auburndale
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Vermont
Brattleboro Union High School
Promee
Ray McNulty
McNulty
Spaulding
Juliet Rose
East Syracuse eyes vote on police merger plans
East Syracuse will hold a late August referendum on merging with De Witt or Onondaga County Sheriff's Department or keeping its 11 member force. Mayor Rhoades says a volunteer committee will form in July to present a proposal, stressing residents must choose and noting costs to upgrade facilities and station.
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Onondaga County Sheriff's Department
Jason Rhoades
Rhoades
Syracuse
Pens
Liverpool
Solvay
State Supreme Court
Robert W. Briges
Weather data and hotlines from Newsline service
Information lines provide forecast by Dava Eichorn and weather updates from WIXT-TV Channel 9. Travel advisories cover bus, plane, and train, with 10 minute condition updates and Red Cross winter survival tips. Online forecast page at Syracuse dot com offers summaries and Nexrad imagery.
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