New York bottle deposit plan faces strong opposition
The piece criticizes proposed 10 cent bottle deposits in New York as ineffective for improving compliance. It notes state officials' hearings, Cuomo’s panel, and argues higher charges would hurt consumers, not stores, with upshot that unclaimed deposits should fund cleanup but current plan shifts cost to beverage buyers and distributors.
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New York City
New York
Langdon Marsh
State Department of Environmental Conservation
Albany
Marsh
Gay
Mario Cuomo
Cuomo
Commission
Syra
Sury Balue
Canastota board bans essay contest on rights topics
Canastota school board barred discussion of a library committee essay contest on reproductive rights and party participation, censoring topics deemed controversial. Critics say the ban violates the First Amendment and undermines student informed discourse, warning of a chilling effect on future discussions.
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Canastota
America
Dinkins Rise to New York Mayoral Hopeful
A Newhouse News Service piece traces David Dinkins rise from Manhattan borough president to likely New York City mayoral front runner. It notes his deliberate, determined character, contrasts with Edward Koch, and previews potential political challenges, including finances and drug treatment plans, as NYC faces a wary, evolving electorate.
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David Dinkins
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Duskins
Dinkins
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Edward Kock
Ansef Hawkins
Bensonhurst
Koch
Codi
Rudolph Giuliani
Giuliani
U.S
Howard Reach
Tawana Brawley
Jesse Jackson
Repubicans
New Yorks
Newhouse News Service
Return to Byrd High School Brings Old Memories Alive
Paul Greenberg recalls a return to CE Byrd High School in Shreveport Louisiana, comparing 1952 yearbook scenes with today’s inclusive campus. He honors Principal Grover C Koffman and assistant Charles Ravenna, notes changes in diversity and programs, and praises current leadership under Lynne Fitzgerald while reflecting on the value of an aristocracy of merit fostered by opportunity.
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Mr. Kofman
Byrd
Mr. Koffman
Grover C. Koffman
Shreveport
Charles Ravenna
Byrd Alumni Association
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America
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Lynne Fitzgerald
Paul Greenberg
CE. Byrd High School Hall of Fame
Los Angeles Tunes Syndicate
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