Speed chases urged for police controls in Central New York
In Our Opinion speed chases prompt calls for tighter rules after a Syracuse woman won 210000 in an out of court settlement related to a 1980 motorcycle crash involving a St. Lawrence County sheriff patrol car. The county and sheriff’s department paid 200000 to Karen L. Jones with 10000 covered by the driver’s insurer. The chase began when the motorcyclist allegedly ran a stop light. A wrongful death claim also has been filed naming Onondaga County and several towns and villages.
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Mike Fish
City Room
Syracuse
St. Lawrence County
Wesley Verdin
Ogdensburg
Jim O'Hara
Onondaga
Camillus
Arnold H. Lang
Onondaga County
Geddes
Solvay
Peter J. Lang
Robert Lawler
Lang
Sheriff's Department
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Upstate
Tam
Idaho
New York City
Los Angeles
Las Vegas
America
G. Hill
Baldwinsville
Legislation fights March sales tax prepayment practice
A 1970s tax funding brief notes New York state cash shortages and a push to end March prepayments of sales tax to local governments. It cites $140 million monthly state receipts and up to $30–$25 million per 1 percent for localities. A 1979 plan to end March prepayments lingered unacted. Separately a Camillus fatal bike crash case alleges negligence by Onondaga County, Camillus, Geddes, and Solvay police actions amid a high speed chase and helicopter spotlight. The piece questions chase justification and shares views on police risk.
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Hugh Carey
State to set first-stage Route 481 contract in May
The state Department of Transportation will initiate the first-stage Route 481 contract in May after Cicero town board confirmed support. Community opposition over dirt and noise prompts longer suppression barriers to run parallel to the bypass east and north, ready before Exit 34a opens. When complete in 1984, the bypass will route north-south traffic around Interstate 81 and the Onondaga interchange in Syracuse.
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Cicero Town Board
Onondaga
Syracuse
Syracuse Symphony previews 1982-83 season and renewals
The Syracuse Symphony Orchestra announces its 1982-83 season with season ticket renewals for several series. It highlights a mix of its own talent and imports, signaling strong local interest and a likely near sellout. Buffalo Philharmonic faces management resignations, event cancellations, and weak ticket sales amid a 9 to 10 percent jobless rate, though Danny Kaye might lift spirits with a targeted concert.
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New York City Ballet
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Buffalo
Philharmonic Orchestra
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Opinion letters on nursing aid and policy stance
A collection of reader letters discuss nursing education funded by grants, the impact of Reagan era cuts, car seat safety for children, support for a bottle bill to create jobs and reduce litter, party politics, library funding in Manlius, impressions of New York life, and clarification of AFDC employment positions. The voices include Frances Quattrone, Thomas H. Watters, Louise Picciuca, Mrs G Hill, and Mary Jo Fairbanks.
Lehrman vows harsh laws to protect elders in New York
Charles Van Wagenen reports Lehrman, Republican candidate for New York governor, pledges a bill for severe penalties against crimes toward the elderly including death for willful murder. He calls for expanded local and state police and greater citizen participation in law and order, portraying himself as a law and order advocate prioritizing victims’ rights.
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Lewis E. Lehrman
New York State
Lehrman
Charles van Wagenen
Auburn
Union Local Endorses James Emery for Governor
The March 21 Herald American notes Local 263 Loft Drink and Beer Drivers Brewery and Main Maintenance Union AFL-CIO backed James Emery for governor. The piece draws a parallel to PATCO's Reagan endorsement, suggesting a partisan misalignment within the union ranks.
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Local 263
Loft Drink & Beer Drivers
Brewery & Maintenance Union
Afl-Cio
James Emery
PATCO
Ronald Reagan
Mayor Koch Revered Amid Outcry Over City Culture
In a regional missive from West Edmeston and Ada McHale, readers praise Mayor Koch as city leadership faces a running critique of modern politics and social trends. The letter contrasts traditional values with contemporary politicians like Cuomo and references local names and shops.
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Boise
Jorsey
Roebuck’s
Pete Cardin
Bloomingdale’s
Eddie Koch
Charlie Dickens
Leo
Count Tolstoy
Playboy
Koch
Cuomo
Robert A. Froewill
West Edmeston
Last sight of wild geese by E Carrigan
A reflective note from E Carrigan expresses awe at wild geese and the fading mystical refrain as friends approach, capturing a lingering sense of wonder and an emotional farewell.
Public Humane Association relies on volunteers and private funding
A reader explains the Humane Association operates as a volunteer run, privately funded shelter with public hours 12 6 Monday through Saturday, kennel help only on Sunday, no on site medical facilities, and no veterinarian on duty. They housed over 3500 animals last year and rely on paid veterinary services for the sick and injured.
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