In Our Opinion GIVE UP Truth in Testing law harms testing system
The editorial argues the Truth in Testing law, sponsored by Sen Kenneth LaValle, has backfired Three years in effect it increased costs and burdens while few students request results Tests are being scaled back by the College Board and ETS forcing many to travel out of state The piece urges repeal as the law proves ineffective and costly for over 95 percent of test takers.
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Kenneth LaValle
Suffolk
New York State
College Board
New York
Sen. LaValle
Lake Onondaga
Reagan
Congress
EPA
America
Christopher C. Turino
Cleveland
Bar patrons watched as rape occurred in New Bedford tavern
Police report a 21 year old woman was assaulted over two hours after entering a New Bedford bar to buy cigarettes and share a drink. Four suspects are charged with rape and free on bail while witnesses face questions from a grand jury about their failure to intervene. The bartender surrendered the license and the owner closed the tavern.
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New Bedford
Mass
Syracuse Orange reach NCAA tournament in bold fashion
Syracuse University earns an NCAA berth after steady late season showings and Big East playoff grit. Coach Jim Boeheim leads a team that faces a Hartford opener and must rekindle high intensity to advance, with Orange fans confident in a deep run.
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Syracuse University
Orangemen
Hartford
Conn
Carrier Dome
Orange
Jim Boeheim
Assembly approves strict smoking zones in public facilities
A state Assembly Health Committee bill would ban smoking in most nonresidential buildings and require designated areas for smokers at work, restaurants, and public spaces. The plan would push productivity and office layouts toward separated smoking zones, prompting questions about practical vacancy and landlord allowances.
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Assembly
El Salvador EPA fund urged amid toxic cleanup debate
A commentary argues for designating El Salvador as an EPA super fund site and warns of delays in cleanup while noting rapid funding after disasters. It critiques Washington for political maneuvering and suggests drastic measures, including declaring the country a disaster area. It also mentions a privately owned 135 foot submarine found abandoned in San Diego and a dispute among owners.
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San Diego
Musi
Outrage Over Rivera and Religious Divides Spark Debate
Readers condemn Alberto Rivera for anti Catholic rhetoric while others defend ecumenism and church contributions. A pastor's remarks are accused of belittling Roman Catholics, prompting complaints from Baptists and Protestants alike. The letter also criticizes speed abuses and EPA funding amid environmental fears.
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Alberto Rivera
Rivera
Christ's Church
Overton
Brother Overton
Romero
Ita Ford
Dorothy Day
Dan Berrigan
Thomas F. Saffold
Syracuse
NiMo bill shocks Liverpool reader in mild winter
Joe MacVittie of Liverpool complains of a Niagara Mohawk gas and electric bill for the month ending Feb 15 totaling 208.64. He notes a 43 percent rate increase approved by government and an estimate-based charge, seeking meter readings for an adjustment. He contrasts with a milder season and last year's profits.
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Niagara Mohawk
Joe Mac Vittie
Liverpool
Reader asks IRS to do its job on tax cheaters
Grace M. Ardune of Liverpool questions why Congress passed a bill on withholding from bank accounts and stock dividends. She urges the IRS and financial institutions to enforce tax laws, asks why matching 1099s to returns isn’t automated, and calls for repeal of the measure.
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Internal Revenue Service
Washington
Grace M. Ardune
Liverpool
Bus Truck Crash Near Kingston Kills Three at Thruway
Witness urges Ulster County district attorney to convene a grand jury to probe a deadly crash on the Thruway near Kingston. Speeds cited were 75 mph for the bus and 60 to 65 mph for the truck. This highway user notes regular Route 81 North weekend travel.
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Ulster County
Kingston
Concerned Citizen Questions Aid to El Salvador Over Detroit Relief
A reader laments U S aid requests for El Salvador while Germany ships food to unemployed Detroit residents criticizing the country’s direction and asking what the nation is coming to.
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Reagan
Congress
el Salvador
Germany
Detroit
Syracuse
Public Utility Rates and Public Hearings Critique
Reader questions public meetings on rate increases held in summer during low bills. They ask why electric and gas adjustments occur frequently, how to prove consumer gouging, and protest Niagara Mohawk’s regional monopoly. They challenge constitutionality and PSC independence given Mohawk salaries.
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Niagara Mohawk
Public Service Commissioners
Bentsen Urges Tightening Rules on Independent PACs
Sen Lloyd Bentsen D Texas advocates curbing independent political action committees amid rising PAC activity and lax federal oversight. He cites 1974 Supreme Court rulings easing spending by unaffiliated PACs and calls for stricter FEC auditing and equal time for candidates on TV. The piece also includes a personal account of alcohol treatment and its aftermath.
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Lloyd Bentsen
Texas
Federal Election Commission
John Q. Citizen
Supreme Court
Bentsen
National Conservative Political Action Committee
National Congressional Club
Hassles of DWI1 explains consequences of a DWI
The writer argues that a DWI stops being a minor matter and shows how being pulled over leads to being treated as a habitual drinker. It emphasizes the social and legal hassles faced after a DWI.
Misplaced modifiers frustrate Malaprops rival E Carrigan
E Carrigan comments on the linguistic battle with a focus on misplaced modifiers and dangling participles. The piece notes how redundancy strains the mind of the rival author and questions whether sotecism is her bane.
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E. Carrigan
Syracuse
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Alcoholics Anonymous
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OCA
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