Child Labor Laws Urged as Violations Persist Across Workplaces
The Labor Department finds 43 percent of 3 400 workplaces violate child labor laws. Nine hundred youths age 14 to 17 work dangerous hours and machines including meat slicers. Fast food, bakeries and grocers are common violators. Authorities push higher fines and possible criminal charges to deter breaches and protect students.
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House Government Operations Subcommittee On Employment and Housing
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Law Should Strengthen Whistleblower Protections
In his critique, John Peerick of the soon-to-be-defunct State Commission on Government Integrity argues New York's whistleblower law offers little protection. He notes retaliation against public employees who report government wrongdoing and urges removal of provisions that punish reporters and require misused chain of command.
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State Commission On Government Integrity
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Ethics Commission
Downtown Syracuse woes spark mayor rebuke on coordination
George C. Kelley of DeRuyter blasts Downtown Syracuse for poor coordination between business groups and city services. He cites a stalled parking garage gate after a popular play, long walks from venues, and unsafe conditions for patrons. Kelley warns season-ticket buyers may rethink support if issues persist.
Frazer Park Rides West Side Debate Over Junior High Plan
Community letters protest Frazer Park removal for Frazer Junior High on Park Avenue. Don Kasmer and local residents urge planning commission to preserve recreation space amid West Side tradition and youth sport impact. DEC notes exist regarding wildlife gift tax proceeds misuse.
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Frazer Park
Park Avenue
Planning Commission
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West End
Unkindest cuts of all by House committee chair
The Ways and Means Committee chair advocates cutting entitlement programs affecting the poor hungry homeless and children and freezing Social Security. He questions returning a 35 percent Congress pay raise and halting future wasteful spending and foreign aid, urging reclaiming taxpayer funds.
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Ways and Means
Congress
Tribute to Dr. Marguerite Fisher as teacher and friend
A teacher reflects on Marguerite Fisher’s impact as mentor and confidant. She inspired students to think independently, urging practical, thoughtful problem solving. The author honors their relationship and the privilege of knowing her.
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Litter problem grows as spring reveals waste in Camullus streets
Readers weigh ideas to curb litter after winter hides trash. The piece notes fines up to 250 dollars or 15 days jail in Camullus and discusses broader remedies. It invites public responses under 300 words for the Sunday Soapbox in Syracuse Herald American via mail, computer, fax, or drop-off.
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Arthur Jenkins
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Prominent Critic Attacks Animal Welfare Campaign Costs
The author condemns spending 130000 of Return a Gift funds on ads showing animals in natural habitats. He argues for humane funding choices and questions a Pentagon related transfer. The piece also mocks Senator Moynihan and calls for political action against him.
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People For Animal Rights Syracuse
Pentagon
Moynihan
Readers invited to submit letters on public issues
The Herald-Journal and Herald American invite readers to submit brief letters on public issues. unsigned letters are not published unless authorship can be verified by telephone. include a daytime phone number and note that space is limited and edits may occur. submissions can be sent via Syracuse system or by calling editors for guidance.
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