Civil War era leaders Mugabe and Nkomo shaped Rhodesia to Zimbabwe
In Our Opinion, the piece recalls Mugabe and Nkomo as ideological partners in toppling Ian Smith’s regime in Rhodesia. It notes a nearly 94 percent turnout in Zimbabwe’s democratic vote, Carrington’s role in ending conflict, and calls the post election period a time for reconciliation.
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Robert Mugabe
Joshua Nkomo
Ian Smith
Rhodesia
Lord Carrington
Zimbabwe
Mugabe
Nkomo
Abel Muzorewa
Zimbabwe teeters toward old civil war after 1983 violence
The piece portrays Zimbabwe returning to bloody inter-tribal conflict as 13,000 former Nkoma guerrillas in the army fear political upheaval. Nkomo is ousted from Mugabe's cabinet amid accusations of plots to topple the government, while South Africa rumors and North Korea trained troops intensify regional tensions.
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Nkomo
Mugabe
Zimbabwe
Matabeleland
Ndebele
Nkoma
South Africa
North Korea
Teen hero stops mugger who harmed 74 year old woman
Joseph Riley, 17, chased and tackled an 18 year old who knocked down and robbed a 74 year old near South Geddes Street. The teen’s action prevented further harm and earned praise from the community.
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Joseph Riley
Riley
South Geddes Street
Joe
Rivera's Pornographic Act On A Spiritual Stage Disaster
A self styled Christian preacher Rivera visits Lown for two days to spread hate toward the Catholic Church. Christianity Today reviews his claim of Jesuit ties as false, calling Rivera a professional hate monger whose acts draw paying audiences. Local churches invited him to explain religious differences, sparking disappointment.
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Lown
Alberto Rivera
Christianity Today
Rivera
Galleries of Syracuse sparks downtown revival optimism
Syracuse optimistic on proposed Galleries of Syracuse spurring downtown revitalization and neighborhood growth, countering claims downtown shuts after 5 p.m. Readers cite lively evening venues, Civic Center events, and local theaters showing a bustling urban scene, while callers share mixed views on gun control reporting.
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Stewart Andrews
Canada Realities Inc
Syracuse
Civic
Andrews
Scratch Daniels
Civic Center
War Memorial
Landmark Theater
Syracuse Stage
Syracuse Human Rights Commission Reforms Preserve Four Posts
The Syracuse Onondaga County Human Rights Commission announced a December staffing revision to avoid wider cuts. Four human rights specialist positions were created, enabling focus on contract compliance education and individual complaint investigations. Four staff positions were eliminated, and the commission thanked legislative leaders Gerald Mangolelli Jr and Doris Chertow for their help. FRANK WOOLEVER, Acting Chairman.
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Human Rights Commission
Syracuse
Onondaga County
Gerald Mingolelli Jr
Doris Chertow
Frank Woolever
Is Social Security in Crisis a Planned Hoax Claim
Letter to the editor argues a nine month propaganda campaign alleging Social Security is going broke. John L Hess contends figures were doctored to look bad and that 14.5 billion was borrowed from Social Security for other uses under the Johnson era. Pinkasewicz denounces the claim and calls for accountability of those spreading fear.
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John L. Hess
Herald-Journal
Hess
Lyndon Johnson
Michael E. Pinkasewicz
Camillus
Twins share memories in response to Herald Journal piece
A reader from Liverpool responds to a February Herald Journal article on twins. She notes her identical twin daughters appeared in the photo and recounts an interview with Rebecca Shultz. She defends the piece as not negative and praises Mothers of Twins and Triplets Club for mutual support.
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P.M
Liverpool
Herald-Journal
Rebecca Shultz
Ms. Shultz
Mothers of Twins
Triplets Club
Alternative offered for good easy listening in Utica Rome area
Phyllis Sargent wrote about WEZG and Mr. Ross. An alternative is WIBQ99 on FM, originating in the Utica-Rome area. The station is stereo with a crisp signal and broadcasts 24 hours a day, per TIM GANGEMI of Pitcher Hull.
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Phyllis Sargent
WEZG
Mr. Ross
Utica-Rome
Tim Gangemi
Pitcher Hull
Death of Dr John Sullivan Prompts Community Remembrance
The Westvale community mourns the loss of Dr John Sullivan a devoted neighbor and ally to youth activities. A husband father and friend he will be missed and his memory warmth and concern for others will live on. Joseph A Longo Geddes councilman offers tribute.
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Westvale
John Sullivan
John
Joseph A. Longo
Geddes
Eligible for Credit for the Elderly Tax Credit at Salina Civic Center
Volunteer counselors note many taxpayers miss the Credit for the Elderly and describe eligibility rules and filing options. The program at Salina Civic Center Mattydale, co-sponsored by AARP and the IRS, offers free help by appointment with no cost.
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Lama
Salina Civic Center
Mattydale
AARP
IRS
Syracuse
Manlius
Liverpool
Solvay
Betts
Accord
Huntington Senior Center
Salute to Hospitalized Veterans at VA center
The Veterans Administration hosts the annual Love Day event at the VA medical center, honoring hospitalized veterans for injuries from service. Local communities participate in a tribute program titled Salute to Hospitalized Veterans this year.
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Tom Dooley Cheraliers
Believers
Red Cross
Camp Fire
Medical
V.A
Syracuse
Our Medical Center
Veterans Administration
Jeff Michaels Memorial Benefit thanks supporters and volunteers
The committee thanks all who supported the Feb 20 event at V F W Post 3146 Mattydale. Special thanks to Post Commander Stan Bargy and Deputies R J Camwell, Al Auer, and Bob Bourchard. A follow up jamboree is planned for Sunday March 13 from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Euclid Hotel.
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Jeff Michaels
V.F.W. Post 3146
Mattydale
Stan Bargy
Sheriff’s
R.J. Camwell
al Auer
Bob Bourchard
Special Deputies
Euclid Hotel
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