Middletown Viking Riders Deliver Toys By Fire Truck Parade
A Middletown motorcycle club the Viking Riders used a fire truck to deliver Christmas gifts to children in Middletown and Newport. They visited Lucy's Hearth the Women's Resource Center and the Salvation Army, bringing joy and toys for the eighth year in a row. Donald Lee of Newport said the local drive started from the club’s idea to do things locally.
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Gore declines run for president in surprise decision
In a CBS 60 Minutes interview Al Gore said he will not seek the 2004 Democratic nomination. Sen. Joseph Lieberman indicated plans to decide in early January after holiday discussions. Gore cited party fatigue after 2000 and noted he still has energy to run, while Lieberman will visit troops in the Persian Gulf this week.
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Democrats Cite Fresh Face After Gore Decision
Democrats say the decision by Al Gore to skip the 2004 presidential race improves the party’s chances against President Bush. They argue Gore would have been easy for Bush to beat and favor candidates who can challenge the president, with interviews noting the need to keep Bush off balance.
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Arafat rejects al Qaeda support for Palestinian cause
In a London Sunday Times interview Yasser Arafat rebuffed bin Laden. He said Osama bin Laden has harmed Palestinians and offered no help, urging him not to use the Palestinian struggle as cover for attacks. Israel kept the Palestinian leader from Bethlehem Christmas events for a second year.
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Vatican approves revised US bishops sex abuse policy
The Vatican endorsed the updated U S bishops policy to combat abuse by clergy, pledging support to combat and prevent evil and restore the public image of the priesthood. The move followed a joint Vatican-U S commission settlement of differences and came after Cardinal Law’s Boston resignation.
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New beginning in Boston as Lennon pledges healing
In Boston the Cathedral of the Holy Cross hosted Mass with interim administrator Bishop Richard Lennon promising to heal the archdiocese after Cardinal Law’s departure. Fallon said Catholics seek a fresh start amid ongoing clergy abuse fallout and insurance covers claims without bankruptcy.
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Classifieds and Comics Highlighted on Calendar Page
The paper lists sections for Calendar on B4 and Classifieds on B9, Comics on A8, and Opinion on A11 with Sports noted on B S and Television on A10. Readers are guided to page locations for features and entertainment.
Local teens urge youths to avoid drugs and alcohol
A Page B1 brief notes local teenagers advocate substance abuse prevention targeting younger students. No names or organizations specified. The item emphasizes awareness campaigns and community concern.
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