Andersen board unveils reforms amid Enron fallout
Arthur Andersen races to prove reform push after Enron scandal as major clients flee. FedEx Delta Freddie Mac Merck and SunTrust join a run on the firm while Volcker warns reforms may not save Andersen. Board orders split of auditing and consulting and tightens oversight as Deloitte talks with Andersen.
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Israel says heavy attacks on Jebaliya camp amid West Bank raids
In a three hour incursion Israeli tanks and helicopter gunships fired on Jebaliya refugee camp, home to about 100 000, killing and wounding many Palestinians as civilians fled toward Gaza City. In Ramallah, five Palestinians including two policemen were killed as tanks seized the parliamentary complex. Israel claimed restraint while Arafat voiced humiliation and urged peace talks.
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City Debates 7 Million Arts Center Loan Terms
Council continues discussion on a 7 million project housing the Washington Group complex, the Aiken Community Playhouse, and a city owned theater. A 3.5 million loan to the Aiken Corp was tabled amid disputes over interest, contributions, and loan structure with a March 18 meeting set to resolve differences. The plan includes a city owned theater leased to ACP and a building for Washington Group offices, with ACP pledging 1.6 million toward construction. The council поручao to finalize terms while ACP raises funds and awaits pledges.
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Aiken Community Playhouse
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Project Cease Fire aims to curb gun crime in community
Frommer outlined Project Cease Fire a joint effort by the Attorney's Office and ATF to promote gun safety youth involvement and Neighborhood Watch. It seeks federal charges for felons with guns or gun thefts and raises penalties for firearm based crimes while training 15 public safety officers and distributing school posters. Public safety officials pledge to prevent violence and partner with federal agencies.
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