Hostage released as Malaysia reports stalled embassy siege
Japanese Red Army militants released one hostage at the U S embassy in Kuala Lumpur as talks faltered over new ransom demands. Malaysian officials said negotiations stalled over massive cash demands from the terrorists who still hold dozens of captives including five Americans.
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City painting program kicks off for low income homes
Hayward launches a three part city funded paint program using 95,000 in CETA money to refresh older houses. Elizabeth Wagner at Palma Ceia, 27401 Palmwood Ave, becomes the first beneficiary with a crew led by Javier Del Hid and two Palma Ceia residents as apprentices. Thirty six applicants were considered and seven approved, with Wagner qualifying due to welfare and veteran benefits while owning and occupying the home.
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Senate approves school aid bill amid governor clash
In Sacramento the Senate passed SB220, a 3172 million school aid bill, by a 24-11 vote and sent it to the Assembly, after earlier defeats. Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr. opposes full funding, signaling possible reductions. Educators warn that without rapid aid, classrooms and programs face cuts.
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Fremont pageant sued over karate block routine
A 16 year old San Francisco finalist, Linda Salcedo, filed a $500000 suit against Fremont Girls Club director Rose Misuraca and pageant organizers alleging she was barred from performing a karate block chopping routine. The suit seeks punitive damages and to prevent the California Teen Pageant from being held unless Salcedo can perform her act at Sunol Country Club on Sept 14. Misuraca says the move violated pageant rules and declines analysis of gender motives.
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Zucchini cookbook heads Castro Valley garden boom
Castro Valley resident Coral Deal turned an overabundant zucchini crop into a publishing venture. Her book Zucchini Everything from Soups to Desserts lists 150 recipes and art how to grow, with a caution that one zucchini hill can feed a family. The project grew from a backyard harvest in 1994 and reflects a shift from gardening mishap to local enterprise.
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Israel hits Lebanon for heaviest assault in a month near Tyre
Israel launched a land sea and air attack on a Lebanese army post and Palestinian refugee camps near Tyre killing at least nine people. Four Lebanese officers died and five guerrillas were killed as seaborne troops and warplanes struck targets while Palestinian fighters retaliated with rocket fire toward northern Israel. The operation marked the strongest strike since July 7 and followed a resurgence of guerrilla activity from Lebanon.
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Postal Service to stamp city names on letters nationwide
The Postal Service will add city names to postmarks on about 260 processing centers. Large neighborhoods will show their hometowns, while small towns may bear the postmark of a larger city. The change follows a favorable test and will roll out in months after equipment readiness. Ben Bailor, Postmaster General, announced nationwide implementation.
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Foggy Mornings Expect Variable Weather Across County
Forecast reports gray mornings with fog and possible drizzle in South County. After fog clears tomorrow expect sun and warmer temperatures by midday and into the afternoon across the region.
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