Cancer cluster studies face statistical and data challenges
Dr Venezia notes cancer clusters involve small resident groups and diffuse causes. He explains determining a cluster is statistically tough, and five cancer types drive over 70 percent of state deaths. Environmental factors require demographic data from residents, but obtaining it is difficult and investigators must proceed with care.
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Chief Raffensberger Demoted After Detective Probe Shakeup
A city investigation found misuse of police business and questioned remarks about Ms. Edmonds finances. Mayor Grimes sanctioned Chief Raffensberger, demoting him from colonel to major, suspending him, and ordering a community relations plan. Raffensberger calls the probe clearing his name. he offered no public apology.
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School calendar changes discussed by board members
Fair Day pushed for hard decisions on education amid proposed changes to the 2001-2002 calendar. Board agrees to start one week before Labor Day and cut two half-days for conferences to add one full day, with proposals to begin two weeks earlier and end two weeks earlier. Budget impact cited at 1.5 million for extra days, with four days off planned for students break.
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FCC Center Named for Miller Benefactors at Community College
FCC Board of Trustees approves renaming the building Cari and Norma Miller Children's Center. The Miller contribution helped fund construction and equipment, totaling over 58 percent of the project cost. In 1994, the New Market couple donated 140000 toward the center and later deeded a farm near Emmitsburg.
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the College
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Major Green Keyed Frederick County Booking Center Grant
Maj Green authored the proposal that secured Frederick County a grant to build the Central Booking unit. He directed several construction projects at the detention center and played a key role in attaining national accreditation for the facility.
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Bush Bush Bush Take Lead In National Vote Debate And Transition
President candidates debated recounts as Florida ballots in Palm Beach County raised questions over ballot design and voter rights. Bush could win the presidency despite trailing in the national popular vote if he captures Florida and gains a narrow electoral edge, while Cheney prepares to head the transition team as Clinton nears leaving office.
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