Newport Kwanzaa Celebration Marks 11th Anniversary
At St. Pauls Methodist Church community gathers for an 11th annual Kwanzaa event organized by Alternative Avenues Inc. Nguzo Saba candles symbolize unity self-determination collective work and responsibility cooperative economics purpose creativity and faith. Abigail Jefferson pours water in libation honoring ancestors.
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Lott Faces Tempest as GOP Debates Leadership
Senate Republicans plan a January 6 meeting to decide if Trent Lott can remain majority leader after his controversial praise of Strom Thurmond. Lott apologized on BE television, saying he made a terrible mistake and pledging to push an agenda benefiting African Americans and all Americans while seeking atonement for the 1948 era remarks.
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Middletown Council Rejects Dinner for Volunteer Board
Middletown town council refused a $350 request to fund an appreciation dinner for seven members of the Juvenile Hearing Board. Members urged private donations instead and proposed a future volunteer appreciation day to recognize all town volunteers.
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Weather watch mostly sunny high 32 low 21
Page A12 reports mostly sunny skies with a high of 32 and a low of 21. A later note adds a warmer day with a high of 36 and a low of 29.
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Middletown Road Project Finish Date Pushed Back
The Turner Road project in Middletown has had its completion date moved to a later time. A former Middletown High School football star receives a major college honor, reflecting continued local pride.
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With Gore Bowing Out Democrats Eye New Edge
After Al Gore bows out, the Democratic field shifts as contenders position for the nomination. Party leaders weigh advantages of early fundraising, visible champions, and regional momentum to shape the primary strategy.
Democratic race accelerates after Gore decision
After Al Gore said he would not run in 2004, Democratic hopefuls swiftly sought top Gore supporters and fundraisers. Chicago attorney Joe Cain said calls were fast and furious as candidates pressed for talks before formal announcements. Senator Joseph Lieberman noted the rush to line up strategists and money-raisers.
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Panel to help in search for town leader
Middletown five residents were appointed to the Town Administrator Search Committee after Council President William J. Flynn recommended William R Harvey Ar mand Mazzulli Leland R Merrill Mark R Polnaszek and Susan Schenck The council approved 6-1 with Suzi C Nance dissenting citing uncertainty about three members and calling for a discussion with the nominees prior to final approval.
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