Liverpool Syracuse Police Merger Dissolved Despite Gains
In a move toward ending the Liverpool and Syracuse police merger, leaders chose to dissolve the contract though the arrangement reduced costs, boosted Liverpool traffic tickets by 15 percent, and left taxpayers wary of reconstituting local forces or renegotiating with new or the existing partner. Critics say dissolution may raise taxes and undermine proven service.
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Felons Denied Guns under Brady Act Backed by Critics
The Justice Department reports the Brady Act blocked 174,000 weapon purchases since February 1994. The piece argues background checks save lives, support five day waits, and favor expanding instant checks. It notes Schumer pushes federal gunrunning crime measures and cites interstate gun origins and potential limits like one handgun per month.
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Syracuse canal plan could revive Onondaga Lake and Inner Harbor
A long awaited pollution cleanup and waterfront development plan for Onondaga Lake and the Inner Harbor in Syracuse aims to restore clean water for boating and water sports within years. The project envisions a marina handling small power boats and cruisers, potential cruise ship calls, and nearby dining and entertainment, with free dockage and utilities to attract families while progress requires time and substantial effort across the canal system.
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Change N.Y. group not helping state and letters clash
In letters to the Herald Journal readers defend smoking rights and oppose Change NY. R M Dennison argues constitutional rights protect smoking in public places outside buildings. P Stewart condemns anti smoking focus and praises Gov. Pataki. Robert FitzMaurice defends cooperative efforts to save New York.
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Gatekeepers in HMOs Profit Motive Threatens Patient Care
HMO gatekeepers withhold specialist referrals to protect their pay. A physician may deny access to the best trained pediatric expert for foot problems, harming the doctor patient relationship and overall health care quality. Government scrutiny is urged to curb this trend.
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Readers are invited to submit letters for publication with name address and daytime phone number. Submissions may be edited and published in print or online. Contact details and mailing address provided along with options for email fax and phone inquiries.
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