Industry apathy stalls Barnwell disposal plan
COLUMBIA Chem Nuclear Systems seeks state approval to sell future disposal rights at the Barnwell low level nuclear landfill. Major firms remain noncommittal about reserving space while a $1 billion trust could fund schools if five million cubic feet is sold by January. Consolidated Edison spokesperson Joan Berger says the company will judge the proposal once received. The drive for cheap power could push firms to pursue 20 year license renewals.
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Nuclear plant licenses face end in 2018 and decommissioning costs loom
Federal officials may decide on a proposal after formal input. Steve Anglesbee of the Nuclear Energy Institute notes utilities weigh upfront payments and a guaranteed price. By 2018 licenses for 50 plants expire, prompting closures of aging sites. Barnwell remains a key waste dump for decommissioned reactors as wave of plant shutdowns starts in 2012 with 82 units slated to close over three years.
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Lawyers seek removal of U S Attorney from Edwards case
In Columbia, Edwards case lawyers demand federal takeover citing possible political motive after US Attorney Rene Josey and deputy Mary Gordon Baker recused themselves over ties to State Superintendent Barbara Nielsen’s possible opponent Inez Tenenbaum. They and officials did not comment on the move or related ties.
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Student Arrested After Needle Attack At Gettys Middle
AP reports a 13-year-old Gettys Middle School student was arrested for assault and battery, disturbing schools and carrying a weapon after a sixth grader was stabbed with a sewing needle inserted into a lead writing pen. Both students suspended for five days. the older placed on a discipline contract.
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