Author: Anthony Vecchiarello
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Priest Opens Home to Addicts
A young priest walks into a prison and is immediately stripped of his identity. The security guards take his license, wallet, and cross necklace. He hears the echo of the stone walls, sees the dullness of color and begins to feel disoriented. It’s like living in a gymnasium. He notices the people behind bars wearing…
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New Paltz’s Got Talent
What do a singer, belly dancer, poet, guitarist, an accordion player, yoga acrobat, water drummer, and impressionist all have in common? They all performed in a talent show Tuesday, Nov. 16 in the multi-purpose room of the Student Union Building at SUNY New Paltz. The event was to raise money for Students for Fresh Water…
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Young Democrat Fights for Votes
A mob of students and professors stood in front of the Humanities building. People yelled as they held picket signs that said, “Don’t strip our budget.” A camera close to the action captured students in bikinis and professors screaming out of megaphones. It was a protest against cutting $9 million from the SUNY New Paltz…
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Ground Zero Mosque Debate Reaches New Paltz
Should a mosque be built just two blocks north of Ground Zero? Supporters cite their constitutional rights to build and pray, and claim that those against it are ignorant to the meaning of the religion of Islam. Opponents believe it is an unethical, insensitive operation, that will cause emotional distress to the families of the…
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New Recording Studio “A Musician’s Dream”
Due to the acoustic friendly environment, many musicians such as “Weird Al” Yankovic and Vinnie Martucci record music in their bathrooms. Up until now, that may have been the best option for SUNY New Paltz music students looking to record. In an effort to provide students with an opportunity to replicate professional sounds without sitting…