Lottery warnings ignored prompt Ohio Lottery probe
The Ohio Lottery Commission faced allegations after inspectors reported three workers with criminal records but warnings were dismissed. State Auditor Ferguson confirmed the three staffers had criminal backgrounds and could be dismissed. the commission ordered an internal investigation and froze hiring until a formal policy is set. Authorities tied the dispute to politics, with Republican legislators and prosecutors pressing for disclosures.
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Belle Hurricane Slams New York Area With Flooding Risk
New York metro area cleans up after Belle downgraded to a tropical storm. Heavy winds and rains push north into New England with flash floods threatening Vermont and nearby states. Vermont Civil Defense warns of flooded roads and washed bridges as power outages mount. Connecticut Governor Grasso praises perseverance as forecasters expect the worst to pass by noon.
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Atlantic
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Private industry can't compete Public retiree pay is tops
The Associated Press reports that New York City workers with 33 years of service can retire at a set age and draw a final-year salary pension, while AT&T retirees with similar tenure receive half that amount. The piece cites a study by Robert Tilove showing city and state workers often receive double the private sector pensions, prompting questions about fairness and taxpayer burden.
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New York City
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Weather and pension debate mix in city news
Warm sunny weather dominates with highs in the mid 80s and a slight chance of showers to the west. Tonight and tomorrow show low rain chances as forecasters note 10 to 30 percent likelihood. In retirement income discussion experts argue private pensions and Social Security fall short of maintaining living standards, while public plans may exceed final take home pay.
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Bernard Jump
Syracuse University
Private CPA audit to probe Oberlin garage payroll
A private CPA team from The Ernest Anderson Co. will audit payrolls at the Oberlin garage of Ohio Department of Transportation from 1971 to early 1975. The probe follows a Lorain County grand jury request and targets payroll irregularities amid earlier corruption cases involving former garage head James E Corcoran and ex-DOT executive John Skolnicki. Ferguson notes legality of hiring without bidding and aims to complete the review within the $2,000 limit, with results to county officials and possible transfer to another grand jury if needed.
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Oberlin
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