Bush pushes ahead with faster Iraq power handoff at NATO
At the Istanbul NATO meeting, President Bush urges continued effort as Iraqi prime minister Ayad Allawi requests an accelerated transfer of power. Officials cite security concerns and the need to present a united front against insurgents. Chirac opposes NATO involvement in Iraq while Blair admits disagreements persist.
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Legislators praise early Iraq power handover
Seacoast lawmakers hailed the U S led transfer of authority to an interim Iraqi government two days ahead of schedule. Senators Collins and Snowe of Maine urged continued NATO support and broader regional involvement to secure Iraq, while Rep. Allen urged more progress and wider sovereignty beyond the 150 000 occupying troops. New Hampshire lawmakers called the move a step toward representative government as Guard officials noted no immediate impact on deployments amid around 900 New Hampshire troops serving overseas.
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City approves 68.6 million budget with cuts and fee hikes
Council trims 130000 from capital, 250000 from planned cap ex, 200000 from vehicle costs and 100000 from overlay to fund a 1.1 million statewide property tax bill. The adopted plan sets 2005 municipal operations at 27114263 and school budget at 29038236, totaling 68672202. Revenue boosts come from 7 pm parking, higher meters to 75 cents, and fines rising to 10 or 15 dollars, plus higher permits and land-use fees. Water rates rise 2 cents to 1.57 per cf and sewer rate climbs to 4.70 per 100 cf, adding about 14 dollars to the typical household bill.
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Commuters weigh options as I 93 shutdown looms
Transit officials expect delays and added capacity on buses serving Boston while I 93 is closed for the convention. Vermont Transit plans two longer detours via Route 128 or Route 1A to Logan, with 25 extra minutes via Route 128. Commuters like Shawn Durant and Bailey weigh telecommuting and early trips to avoid congestion.
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Repairs to close Bridge For Nine Hour Period
NHDOT workers will balance the drawbridge lift span with counter weights during a nine hour closure. The 82 year old Memorial Bridge will stay lifted and not impede river traffic. Officials call the work a Band Aid until a statewide $20 million overhaul in 2007 and plan a fall meeting on future options.
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Six charged with illegal fireworks across Maine New Hampshire ban
Investigators monitor fireworks stands after six people, including residents from Gardiner Winthrop Fort Kent Jay and Jonesport, face summonses in York District Court on September 23 for illegal fireworks. Nearly $2,000 in fireworks seized. largest haul from a Michigan company truck bound for a Baileyville resident.
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August return promised for local Army Reserves unit
Soldiers of the 94th MP Company based in London Derry New Hampshire face a homecoming after a letter from Helmly promised Aug return to their homes from Kuwait and the Middle East The unit deployed in December 2002 has extended deployment twice prompting family protests in Washington DC with Sen Susan Collins pressing for an end to the delay Military and Reserve leaders say CENTCOM is reviewing the extension while families plan summer reunions and the soldiers’ futures include studies and police work back home.
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