20 May 2001
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 20, 2001
Page
1
A breezy Saturday at Onyndala Lake featured sunny skies and a relaxed mood as residents noted similar conditions could recur. The weekend forecast is summarized on C-15 with coupon savings promotions highlighted in the newspaper.
Selina Duchesne, a SUNY Morrisville graduate, overcame family hardship and foster care upheaval to complete a college degree. She recalls mornings with her brother before social services separated them. Now back in Spanish Harlem with a degree and plans for a brighter future.
Testing errors by NCS Pearson and others affected millions across at least 20 states. The story follows Jake Plumiey in Minnesota who was pulled from class for a failed graduation test later found to be scored incorrectly, highlighting systemic flaws and the vast scope of impact on student diplomas.
Pensions strain state finances as a lagging stock market and funding changes threaten public workers plans. The New York State Comptroller warned counties towns villages and school districts they may owe up to 1.5 percent of payroll by December to stabilize the fund. In Onondaga County the added cost could exceed 4 million while Oswego County faces about 570 000. Onondaga officials express frustration.
Syracuse report notes pension contributions increase amid broader economic pressures. Analysts say last summer enhancements that McCall claimed would not add cost now carry a price tag as Medicaid, health insurance, and energy costs climb.
A correction notice directs readers to contact Deputy Executive Editor Tim Bunn at 470-2240 for corrections and to call 470-NEWS or 470-6397 for delivery or subscription questions.
Porter of Auburn has named his 30-foot Tartan Harrier reflecting a racing spirit and personal history. Boaters vary from bold to whimsical in naming, a tradition undefined by law though boats often identify themselves by name when radioing the Coast Guard.
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