Scofflaw policy under fire in City Hall clash
Article criticizes Chief Leigh Hunt for a “scofflaw” list policy that Names mayoral aide involvement and suggests selective enforcement. It questions why prominent figures appear on the list and whether police favoritism could influence political campaigns and public perception. The piece urges reevaluation of the practice.
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Leigh Hunt
Tom Young
Wes
Bernard Mahoney
Neil Deiscoll
Mahoney
Driscoll
Chief Hunt
Scofflaw
City Hall
Teched
Ips
Mayo
PSB
Lifesaver Toddler Shows Why We Need 911
Jameson Rodgers, a 3 year old in Los Angeles, calmly dialed 911 when his mother choked on a cough drop, saving her life. The child’s quick action highlights the value of a regional 911 system like New York’s Enhanced 911, and argues for a three digit number locally to speed emergency response.
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Syracuse
Onondaga County
Jameson Rodgers
Los Angeles
Ene
Monroe
Saratoga
Niagara
Warren
Federal law urged to curb computer abuse and viruses
A virus alarm raises concern that a date set to Friday the 13th may trigger widespread damage. Officials say no federal law yet covers computer sabotage, leaving Aunt Minnie's number and payroll records at risk. The piece argues for a legal framework to address growing computer misuse.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation
Minnie
DeWitt road detour blocked by Limestone Hill Association
Citizens protest a temporary Woodchuck Hill Road closure Oct 2 to 4 after Colonial Drive detour is blocked by the Limestone Hill Association. The writer argues for community relief and questions the association run traffic restrictions and guards on Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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DeWitt
Woodchuck Hill
Old Quarry Road
Maple Drive
Colonial Drive
Limestone Hill Association
Tam
Planning Winterfest 90 in Central New York
Autumn arrives as Winterfest 90 set for January 26 to February 4. Calls for ideas sponsorship and volunteering go to the Winterfest Information Line and Volunteer Center, with organizers Steve Chirello and Yvonne Sacripanti urging broad participation.
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New York
Steve Chirello
General Charman
Yvonne Sacripant
Syracuse
Charter change push in Syracuse honors John DeFrancisco
Syracuse voters are urged to back a charter change this November citing City Councilor John DeFrancisco’s leadership. If approved, the Board of Estimate would be eliminated and council input on spending would rise. DeFrancisco is recommended for council president.
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Syracuse
John DeFrancisco
Board of Estimate
Peter A. Ascioti
Crosswalk on Route 11 Elbow Road Welcomes Safety Efforts
A new pedestrian crosswalk at Route 11 and Elbow Road is now in use as a safety measure. Assemblyman Michael J. Br and the New York State Department of Transportation regional director commend the progress and emphasize shared responsibility in reducing traffic accidents.
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Route 11
Elbow Road
Michael J. Br
New York State Department of Transportation
Aliens Sightings Reported in Voronezh Queens and Delta
A New York UFO researcher notes a park sighting in Queens and a Mississippi Delta resemblance to a Soviet UFO description. Reports describe towering beings with three eyes and a missing child in Voronezh, while locals debate the reality of extraterrestrial life and urge reader responses for Sunday Soapbox.
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Soviet Union
Queens
Voronezh
New York
Mississippi
Delta
Zoning issue thanks from Manley Field House area residents
Community thanks neighbors and groups for support during rezoning, praises Syracuse Planning Commission and Common Council for a fair resolution with a non compliance clause. Special thanks to Jim Dougherye and Councilor Joan Christensen and to Syracuse University for listening and cooperation.
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Manley Field House
Lancaster Fields
Jim Dougherye
WENA
Outerimstock
Sherman Park
Oess Istance
Syracuse Planning Commission
Syracuse Common Council
Joan Christensen
Syracuse University
Dia
Tane McCord
Syracuse
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