NY Senate Coup Shifts Power as 2 Dems Align with GOP
In Albany, two dissident Democrats Pedro Espada Jr. and Hiram Monserrate joined Republicans to seize control of New York's Senate, creating a 32-30 edge and installing Espada as temporary president and Dean Skelos as majority leader. Democrats vow court challenges as session contorts. This alters prospects for major policy items including same sex marriage.
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Aiken Council OKs final 2009 10 budget with cuts
Aiken City Council unanimously approves the final reading of the 2009 10 budget at 44 million dollars, about 1.8 million less than this year. LeDuc cites revenue losses and outlines cuts including 10 frozen positions, reduced travel, delayed maintenance, and use of reserves. Millage remains at 66 mills. several annexation and property actions also pass.
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Fatalities rise in Aiken County this year
Fatals Continued from 1A note that investigators and the state's accident reconstruction team are working the case. The county has 18 traffic fatalities reported this year in Aiken County. Contact Karen Daily at kdaily aikenstandard.com for more information.
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United Way Seeks School Donations for Outreach Program
The United Way of Aiken County invites donations for the seventh annual School Tools Outreach Program. Drop off at United Way or ACTS by July 31. For details call Candis Moyer at 648-8331.
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VFW Post 10601 Hosts Karaoke Saturdays
VFW Post 10601 will hold karaoke on Saturdays at 8 p.m. The event invites members and guests to perform and enjoy a communal sing along at the veterans hall each weekend.
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