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PHIL LOSSIFER
Watchin' the Katrina disaster from the comfort of m' livin' room is like when the Tsunami happened. One becomes detached from the actual event. Sorry t' say, though, there's certain realties involved which will go unnoticed...[Read full story]
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PHIL LOSSIFER
Watchin' Media's rehash of Katrina shows constant repetition of stories, lost opportunities t' prevent disaster. Two things contributed t' it. One was Congressional an' Administration's inability t' put people's needs afore pork - ever'one knew the problems existed, except pork came first. Second was the absurd thought that FEMA was equipped t' handle a situation of this magnitude...[Read full story]
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JANUARY: TOO FAR AWAY
The state Legislature is not due back in Albany until January, but there are too many issues of importance to New York residents to wait that long. The Senate has plans to call for a special session before the year ends, but there is no word from the Assembly Democratic majority...[Read full story]
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WELCOME HOME, TROOPS
From all across the United States there are brave men and women defending the American way of life. Whether they are deployed overseas or returning home from the war on terror, these men and women who have so selflessly put their lives on hold deserve our utmost respect - and thanks...[Read full story]
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SENATOR NOZZOLIO DELIVERS $50,000 FOR CAMP GOOD DAYS AND SPECIAL TIMES
Funding to Help Improve Facilities at Camp
Albany - New York State Senator Michael F. Nozzolio (R-Fayette) today announced that he has secured $50,000 in State funding for Camp Good Days and Special Times. The funding will be used to construct additional facilities and give the camp the opportunity to create more programs and offer services year around...[Read full story]
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SENATOR NOZZOLIO CONTINUES COMMITMENT TO THE SENECA FALLS CANAL HARBOR PROJECT
Partnership with Canal Corporation Leads to Enhancements along South Wall
Seneca Falls - As a continuation of his commitment to the revitalization of the Seneca Falls Harbor project started in 1998, New York State Senator Michael F. Nozzolio (R-Fayette) today announced that 15 new historic lights will light the southside of the Seneca Falls canal harbor. In addition to the lighting and a pedestrian walkway, boats can now tie up on the southside of the harbor. Carmella Mantello, New York State Canal Corporation Director, joined the Senator at the event. The New York State Canal Corporation assisted in the design of improvements along the Southside of the canal wall...[Read full story]
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THE PLANT MAN
Planting? Here Are Some "Off the Beaten Path" Ideas
"Tell me more!"
That was the response I received from a number of readers to a recent column in which I suggested some landscaping plants that you might not have considered...[Read full story]
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THE PLANT MAN
"Keep Deer and Rabbits Away From Your Tender Plants"
My family and I all love wildlife. It's a pleasure to take our coffee out on the back deck in the morning and sip quietly as we watch deer (and sometimes more exotic creatures) while they forage. When ground mist is still clinging to the meadow, they almost look as if they are floating gracefully across the landscape...[Read full story]
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Ontario County 4-Hers At State Fair
Ontario County 4-H members recently exhibited their 4-H projects at the New York State Fair at Syracuse. Awarded blue ribbons in the area of Communication and Expressive Arts were Sarah Trimm of Manchester, Brittany Welch of Naples, Jennifer Iler, Maeve Hogan, Emilyn Kennedy, Sierra Lockwood of Canandaigua, Jeni Wilson of Seneca Castle, Alicia Stell of Newark, Ellen Patridge of Macedon, Ella Kikkert of Hall, Hannah Young, Jessica Brown and Mary Boerjan of Clifton Springs. Matthew Morrisey of Canandaigua received a red ribbon...[Read full story]
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What if there were two of me?
From Spencer Corzine
Protect yourself from identity theft
Most of us spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars each year to protect our lives, homes, vehicles and children from crime. But are you spending the couple of hours every year that it takes to protect yourself from the fastest growing crime in America? Identity theft according to a September 2003 report by the Federal Trade Commission has affected 27.3 million people over the past five years. Almost 50% of the victims did not even know their information was stolen. There are steps you can take to protect your identity akin to purchasing insurance on your home and teaching your children not to speak with strangers...[Read full story]
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