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To Protect and Serve: A conversation with the newly appointed Police Chief Frank Fowler
By Ken Jackson

I sat down with newly appointed Syracuse Police Chief Frank Fowler to discuss his new position and get an opportunity to introduce the community to a man who has been described as “down to earth” and “approachable.” Chief Frank Fowler is a military veteran and 20-year member of the Syracuse Police Department. “I took the police exam just to see if I could pass it. I passed the exam and when I got the canvass letter, it said ‘call if you’re interested in pursuing a career with the Syracuse Police Department.’ So I called to inquire to see about the next step,” Fowler said. In the ensuing days, he reflected on his upbringing in St. Louis and his history with the police department as a youth and thought, “Why not me?” Fowler reflects for a moment on his youth, “I didn’t have very positive interactions with the police when I was growing up as a kid. I’m a firm believer that any constructive change has to start from within. Whether it’s something a human being decides to... More | View all cover stories










Syracuse Center of Excellence in Energy and Environmental Systems Hosts Open House Posted on 03/04/10
(Wednesday, March 3, 2010) There has been speculation over the past few years about the angular, iconic structure that has gone up at the corner of Almond and E. Washington streets in downtown Syracuse, with guesses... More

Maffei Blasts Senator Bunning and Senate Republican Leadership for Blocking Critical Benefits Posted on 03/01/10
Today Representative Dan Maffei slammed the Senate Republican leadership for blocking the passage of a bill that would provide an essential 30 day extension on a host of benefits that expired over the weekend. This... More

Harold Ford Candidate for U.S. Senate will be in Syracuse March 1 Posted on 03/01/10
Harold Ford Candidate for U.S. Senate will be in Syracuse today 1130AM Speaks at Unity Mutual Life Insurance Unity Mutual Life Insurance Company 507 Plum Street ... More



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