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Date		The Paying Attention! 2002 Archives

		Council Seeks Injunction to Stop Stadium Funds from Being Funneled to a Private Developer The City Council has asked for a court injunction to stop funds, set aside for the stadium rennovation project, from being gifted to a privte developer for housing units.
		Stadium Commission Abolished The City Council voted to abolosh the Lawrence Stadium Commission to make sure no more bck room deals will be made.
		FIRE BAD TEACHERS! The Lawrence Teachers Union is at it again. And while we are on the subject, maybe it's time to look at the role of unions in our failed education system!
		Where are the Bleeding Hearts Now? Eight-Year-Old Duncan McCrillis may die of cancer because his HMO is denying him life saving treatment. Where are all the liberals who say they want to save lives by banning cell phones and forcing us to wear seat belts?
		The Council President has Lost Control! When Councilors Nilka Alvarez and Julia Silverio began swearing and insulting each other during a public meeting, the Council President did little to prevent or stop it.
		Find the Money for CLVS Investigation
		Investigation? What Investigation? Serious allegations have been made against David Howshan, the director of the Lawrence Vocational School. We keep hearing that an investigation is being conducted to find out if he stole money, abused his position or he is just the victim of disgruntled employees. To date, there is no investigation. What gives?
		Casino Controversy Already Lacks Common Sense There are no specific details prving that a gambling casino would hurt th city of Lawrence. We have to explore all our possibilities.
		Conflict of Interest Abound on CDBG Selection Board At least three people chosen by Mayor Sullivan to sit on the committee dishing out CDBG grants could be recipients of that money. Conflict of interest? You bet!
		Rumbo Column Results in Fine for Gosselin The Trib can try to take credit but Rumbo broke the story and now Councilor Gosselin issues a public apology.
		Fix It NOW! We have been hearing the promises for years. The Veterans Memorial Stadium must be fixed and fixed now.
		Scare Tactics for override must be Rejeced The Superintendent of Schools is saying that he will NEED to lay off teachers if the current override proposal is not passed. Here is the truth!
		WOW! Voters Speak on Tax Override! 18 year incumbant Diane Huster was bounced by the voters because she mislead them about school spending. But how did they know the truth? Thank Ralph Wilber!
		The Definition of Racism? When Mario Van Camper called me a racist on WCCM last week it was a perfect opportunity to talk about how false charges of racism are used to strong arm people. He couldn't give one example of anything I have said or done that was racist.
		Some Suggestions on Mayor Sullivan's New Budget! His first budget is going to be a foundation for his entire term of office. Here are some suggestions on what the budget should include.
		Just Where Are Those Computers Going, Anyway? When the Mayor said city computers were going to Lawrence Community Works, he wasn't telling the whole story.
		Laboy: Only One Act of Vandalism Since Security Cut Rumbo Finds At Least 20! When Superintendent Laboy told the public that only one act of vandalism had occurred in the schools since he cut security on third shift, he wasn't exactly being honest. Take a look at the list of incident reports filed by his security officers.
		Lot Size and Race The issue of changing the lot size requirements for building new homes is on the City Council agenda March 5th. Some people are making this an issue about race.
		Smoking Ban is an Affront to Our Liberties Can you say CHOICE? If you don't like to dine where smoking is allowed you have every right to leave.
		Lawyer may challenge Torrisi in fall It's not often I post Tribune Stories but this one must be seen. Read what Dave said to the Tribune in response to a possible opponant
		Valley Lawmakers Oppose Tax Break For Elderly State Reps. Dave Torrisi, Jose Santiago and Barry Finegold all voted against a tax cut for the elderly. Shame! Shame! Shame!
4/22/02		The Rush to Cry Racism Some in the Hispanic commuity are calling for the removal of a school teacher claiming she made a "racist" remark. When is THIS silliness goig to end?
4/15/02		Piscitello Wants Answers!Laboy Refuses Her Access to Public Information You know things are really starting to go wrong around here when I start praising Suzanne Piscitello. But that's what I am about to do and it's all because of Superintendent Laboy's consistent show of disrespect for the public, the press and members of the School Committee.
4/08/02		Laboy to Board Member "Who Do You Think You Are?" Here's the Answer! School Committeeman Noah Shannon is taking his time signing the school department bills. And Superintendent Laboy is doing what he pleases, as usual!
4/01/02		The Lost Boys and What We Can Learn When I first heard about the "Lost Boys of Sudan" I was both fascinated by the struggle of these young children and depressed that this has happened in modern times.
3/17/02		The Definition of Racism? When Mario Van Camper called me a racist on WCCM last week it was a perfect opportunity to talk about how false charges of racism are used to strong arm people. He couldn't give one example of anything I have said or done that was racist. He just couldn't back up his claim and he doesn't think he needs to. He believes that he gets to make race accusations and everyone is just supposed to back him up because he is Hispanic. Saddle up boys, you're in for a fight if you think race baiting is going to be telerated by me any longer.
3/10/02		Some Suggestions on Mayor Sullivan's New Budget! His first budget is going to be a foundation for his entire term of office. Here are some suggestions on what the budget should include.
3/3/02		Just Where Are Those Computers Going, Anyway? When the Mayor said city computers were going to Lawrence Community Works, he wasn't telling the whole story.
		Laboy: Only One Act of Vandalism Since Security Cut Rumbo Finds At Least 20! When Superintendent Laboy told the public that only one act of vandalism had occurred in the schools since he cut security on third shift, he wasn't exactly being honest. Take a look at the list of incident reports filed by his security officers.
		Lot Size and Race The issue of changing the lot size requirements for building new homes is on the City Council agenda March 5th. Some people are making this an issue about race.
2/22/02		Smoking Ban is an Affront to Our Liberties Can you say CHOICE? If you don't like to dine where smoking is allowed you have every right to leave.
2/15/02		Cardinal Law is Hurting the Catholic Church The church is attacking those who are calling for Law's resignation saying they are the "enemies of the church."
2/08/02		Valley Lawmakers Oppose Tax Break For Elderly State Reps. Dave Torrisi, Jose Santiago and Barry Finegold all voted against a tax cut for the elderly. Shame! Shame! Shame!
2/01/02		The Democrats Should Look in the Mirror The Democrats held a breakfast in North Andover last week. According to them, Republicans don't care about children, the elderly or cancer victims.

January		North Andover High May Eliminate Class Ranking This could lead to the perfect system!