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PHIL LOSSIFER
      Mr. Ford's article was interestin', except his premise that increased state fundin' will help reduce local tax levies is wrong! Monies come from a common pot: the taxpayers. Regardless of it's source, state or local levies, taxes over the years haven't decreased, but rise each year through addendums by findin' other ways t' raise money. Money received from other sources is diluted through administrative costs. After forty years of hearin', readin', an' talkin' 'bout education it's apparent we are not receivin' much of a bang fer our buck. Quite the opposite, it seems school boards dictated to by administrators seem intent on buildin' new facilities, promisin' new programs which're never developed. Why? A'gin, needin' more money. Those who've read this column over the years know m' position on education. Many m' age wouldn't been successful without good primary education. But, conversations with parents an' teachers over these years show the system isn't functionin' as it should. Money won't solve the problem of compartmentalizin' children for socio-economic, or personal pique. Nor will it solve discipline problems whose responsibility lies first with parents an' secondarily with institutions responsible for youth's education. Undisciplined societies cain't survive, an' current method of so-called discipline doesn't teach children for HKU (Hard Knocks University) when they graduate. Responsibility t' society is a primary thrust, not do yer own thing at the expense of ever'one else...[Read full story]
MEMORIAL DAY       Assemblyman Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) attended several parades and commemorative events...[Read full story]
NEW YORK'S AUTOMOBILE LEASING LAW IS ARCHAIC       State consumers are getting less bang for their buck with car leasing having gone the way of the dinosaur in New York state...[Read full story]
NOZZOLIO: ENACTING IDENTITY THEFT MEASURES A PRIORITY Participates In Senate Hearing to Push Legislation      Albany - New York State Senator Michael F. Nozzolio (R/C- Fayette) recently participated in a Senate hearing on identity theft legislation. Representatives of the New York State Retail Council, the state Consumer Protection Board, credit reporting agencies, the banking industry, the insurance industry, MCI Communications and others testified...[Read full story]
THE PLANT MAN
Pruning Shrubs Will Keep Them Healthy and Safe

      One of the major causes of anxiety among amateur landscapers is the subject of pruning shrubs. After all, you've invested a fair amount of time and money in them, and now you're expected to cut chunks out of them?! Eeeek!...[Read full story]
WEIDMANN
     Weidmann is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Financial Planner, the Trustee, Administrator of the Chamber Benefits Trust, and a Registered Representative offering securities through Securities Services Network, Inc. member NASD/SIPC, Office of Supervisory Jurisdiction, 34 Chenango St Binghamton NY 13901 1 607 722-7293. The firm provides services to clients who are individuals, small businesses, homeowners associations, Chambers of Commerce, business associations, and other not for profit organizations. Ray is a graduate of Aquinas Institute in Rochester and received his BBA-Accounting degree from St. John Fisher College...[Read full story]
May 25, 2005
Farmington (Phelps) Women's Softball League
Week # 3
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PHELPS LIBRARY TO REOPEN
Week # 3
      The Phelps Community Library will reopen its doors on June 18, 2005 at the new location, 8 Banta Street in Phelps. The library occupies Suite 200 of the Phelps Community Center, down the main hall past the village office...[Read full story]
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT...[Click here for more]
WHAT DID YOU DO LAST WEEK?
From Milly Converse
      What a busy last week when it was cold and rainy. I'd purchased many flowers but failed to get them all planted because of the weather...[Read full story]
LAND TRUST RECEIVES GRANT TO EXPAND PROTECTION WORK IN FINGER LAKES REGION
      The Finger Lakes Land Trust announced that it has received a $38,000 staffing grant through the New York State Conservation Partnership Program (NYSCPP). The grant will allow the Land Trust to add a full-time staff position that will in turn lead to expanded protection efforts in the Canandaigua, Cayuga, and Skaneateles Lake watersheds. The award will be matched by more than $38,000 in private funds...[Read full story]
DeSales High School Press Release
DeSales High School hosted the annual Oratorical Contest for students in Finger Lakes elementary Catholic schools on May 4th at 7p.m. There were two contests held simultaneously; one for Fifth and Sixth Grade students and one for Seventh and Eighth graders. This year's theme, chosen by St. Mary's School in Canandaigua is "How has Catholic education nurtured my belief in God, and helped me develop a commitment to God, the Church and the World"? This question involved the students reflecting upon their education and the need to reach out to others by sharing their time, talent and treasure. The judges awarded prizes to the winners at the end of the competition. We would like to congratulate the following winners...[Read full story]
Put more money in your pockets NOW - Auto Insurance
     We have all heard the saying "It is not how much you make but how much you keep that really matters". By reviewing your auto insurance policy annually you could potentially keep hundreds of dollars. Sure you could call around for better prices but having a history with one company could be to your benefit. A track record of few claims and paying your bills on time will make it less likely that you will be dropped when a large claim does arise. Let's see what you can do to put more money in your pockets by lowering the cost of your auto insurance without changing companies. Here are seven ideas that could potentially save you money...[Read full story]
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