New England region approves programs to spur jobs and energy
The New England Regional Commission unanimously adopted actions to create jobs with 5 million dollars for railroad bed upgrades, 2 million to insulate 11,333 low income homes, and a fishing industry revitalization task force tied to the 200 mile limit. Governors said the plan focuses on action over studies, with host state supports of 100,000 dollars each for local projects. The funds target rail improvements linking Boston to Ayer and Mechanicville, Vermont and Conrail lines, plus home winterization to save oil. A fishing industry task force will be formed though no money is yet allocated pending law status.
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Waterbury
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New England
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North Bennington
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Regional Commission
Inside News Highlights From The Nation And Local Pages
Supreme Court ruling on capital punishment framed as life and death for hundreds. Local items include spring recreation schedule with scuba diving and canoeing, plus Westinghouse family story at Big House Sunday.
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Westinghouse
Big House
Carlo Walter
Tom Braden
William Safire
Sperling
The
C.S. Monitor
BBS
Arlington
Montreal
Bennington Rail Boost Clears Way For Summer Steam Trips
The New England Regional Commission approved 3.7 million dollars to upgrade regional rail, with about 350000 destined for the Vermont Railway line between Rutland and Bennington. Officials say the funding clears obstacles to regular Burlington to Bennington service this summer, linking Bennington’s status to a revived steam train system.
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Vermont
Rutland
Bennington County
Nercom
Burlington
Town manager post in Bennington eyed for decision
Bennington Selectmen planned an executive session to interview a candidate for the town manager post, with final action expected tonight on Spita of Auburn Maine who also sought another Maine post. Also on the agenda are recreation funds for Memorial Park tennis courts, ART show sponsorship, and several town appointments.
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Six Die in Galilee Clash Sparks Arab Riots
In northern Galilee the worst Arab Israeli rioting since statehood left six dead and hundreds arrested as general strike action crippled commerce across Galilee, the West Bank and East Jerusalem. Police reported multiple injuries, curfews, and widespread store closures amid protests over land seizures for Jewish settlements.
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Hebron
Nablus
Ramallah
Bethlehem
Jenin
Jordan River
Old City
Jerusalem
Galilean
Araba
Committee To Protect
Bonn approves 90 million dollar Egypt aid pact
West Germany and Egypt signed an aid agreement totaling 90 million dollars aimed at solidarity with President Anwar Sadat. The package comprises 40 million dollars in capital aid and 50 million dollars in credits to buy goods, with no arms deliveries. Sadat, during a European tour, met with Chancellor Schmidt after talks with Foreign Minister Genscher.
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Willy Brandt
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Genscher
Foreign Ministry
Middle East
Fahmi
Five top Oscars go to One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
The film wins Best Picture, Actor, Actress, Director and Screenplay, a 42 year first. Nicholson and Fletcher win acting honors, Forman takes directing, Hauben and Goldman adapt screenplay. Burns and Grant secure supporting acting wins, with a 22 hour telecast at the Music Center and tributes to Barry Lyndon and Jaws. Warner Brothers leads studios with six awards.
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Michael Douglas
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Barry Lyndon
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France
Walter Matthau
Robert Shaw
George Segal
Goldie Hawn
Gene Kelly
Mary Pickford
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