Chafee dies at 77 longtime Rhode Island senator
Rhode Island Republican Sen John Chafee who led a moderate record on health care and environment has died at 77 in Bethesda Maryland He announced earlier this year he would not seek a fifth term in 2000 and his son Lincoln Chafee seeks the seat The Chafee family long influential in Rhode Island politics was noted for liberal stances on abortion rights and environmental causes while opposing some GOP positions The veteran legislator served as governor Navy secretary and a longtime senator with a mixed record on policy and party lines.
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Palestinians Begin Safe Passage to West Bank Amid Tensions
Palestinians travel between Gaza and the West Bank through a new safe passage system. Israel conducts security checks at the ramp with gloved inspections. A PA official hopes for geographic unity as buses convey Gazans to Tarkumiya and Tulkarem. Officials expect about 1,000 daily travelers with 132,000 eligible. Protests near Sderot accompany the rollout as security concerns persist.
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Sheinbein Murder Case Faces Israeli Court Fallout
Israel rejected U S extradition leading to protests by officials including Attorney General Janet Reno. Judge Goren in Tel Aviv sentenced Sheinbein to prison as a juvenile, citing manipulation of laws and near adulthood at the time of the 1997 murder. The case spurred Israeli law changes and potential future Maryland or Interpol prosecutions.
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Make A Difference Day volunteers help Frederick County
Nine teams of volunteers cleaned parks and public housing, delivered cards to nursing homes, and led a food and clothing drive in Frederick. Local leaders praised the turnout amid 48 degree weather and urged ongoing support, noting Make A Difference Day highlights long term community service.
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Beacon House expands transitional housing at Frederick mission
The mission bought two houses for 150000 dollars to provide Beacon House residents with independent living while they transition from shelter to self-reliance. Executive director Michael Albro notes eligibility begins when residents are ready to pay rent, with screening to ensure genuine transformation and no warehousing.
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Ghostly lecture in Frederick on battlefield spirits
Speaking at a Frederick museum lecture, Mr Jackson discussed spirit growth after battles and urged prayers for soldiers to move on. He warned of darker entities and advised seeking God's protection when exploring the spirit world. He noted animal spirits on battlefields and recalled Civil War hauntings at the East Patrick Street mortuary site.
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