Forests reopen to public as fire danger eases
Montana and federal officials announced the reopening of millions of forest and grass acres to hunting fishing and recreation as cooler weather and added firefighting capacity reduce wildfire risk. Gov Mare Racicot said closures are suspended with improved moisture and precipitation, marking a return to normal access in areas previously hit by fires.
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Big Brother may add contestant to boost tension
CBS reality show Big Brother aims to hire a contestant to quit the series and replace with a more dramatic entrant. Producers will offer one of six remaining players 10 000 dollars to depart with a two minute decision window. The move follows weaker ratings versus Survivor, which drew a large audience for its finale.
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Jerry Lewis raises record $54.6M for MDA telethon
Jerry Lewis and MDA telethon anchor Ed McMahon led the Labor Day weekend broadcast in Los Angeles as Lewis, 74, returned from health setbacks to announce a record 54.6 million dollars to fight neuromuscular diseases. He fought back tears and closed with You'll Never Walk Alone.
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Record-setting heat continues in north Texas
North Texas baked under record heat as Dallas reached 111 degrees, the city’s hottest September reading. The 66th day with no rain, 42 days above 100 degrees this year, beats prior marks, with 113 as the all-time June high. Forecasters expect little broad relief, though isolated showers may occur this week in parts of the region.
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Philadelphia teachers set to vote on strike
Philadelphia teachers prepare for a possible walkout as talks between the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers and the School District stall after Labor Day. A vote to authorize a strike was set for this morning, with 20000 students and 256 schools affected as classes were due to start.
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National Grid Group builds on privatization to expand abroad
Tim Knauss reports the National Grid Group PLC, after a $3 billion Niagara Mohawk deal, traces its 1990s privatization roots, detailing its England Wales transmission monopoly, Energis venture, U.S. acquisition of New England Electric System, and international expansion into Brazil, Argentina, India, and Zambia.
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NiMo's Strong Footprint in Central New York
Niagara Mohawk, based in Syracuse with 3,900 Central New York employees and 1,400 in downtown Syracuse, wields vast influence through $4 billion in yearly revenue. The firm tops local tax revenue, spent $163,491 on Albany lobbying in 1998, and supports the United Way and community grants via the Niagara Mohawk Foundation.
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Questions linger on Niagara Mohawk sale to National Grid Group
Answers outline why NiMo would sell to a British buyer, the premium for shareholders, and potential growth abroad. NiMo paid 4 billion to buy out expensive power contracts and moved to sell nuclear plants. The deal could reduce jobs, while National Grid USA tends to shrink staff via attrition. Investors would swap NiMo stock for National Grid American depository shares plus cash. State Public Service Commission approval is required, and NiMo would continue operating in Syracuse as Niagara Mohawk under the new owner.
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Niagara Mohawk sale eyed amid grid merger plans
National Grid to buy Niagara Mohawk for 3 billion dollars at 19 per share with a 1 billion cash floor. The deal folds Niagara Mohawk into National Grid USA, notes a leadership shift and a joint committee to study costs while awaiting the nuclear plant sale and regulatory approvals.
Bush mocks Times reporter with obscenity on mic
Gov George W Bush and running mate Dick Cheney were in Naperville at a campaign event when a private remark insulting New York Times reporter Adam Clymer was picked up by a mic. Bush later said he regretted the remark and did not apologize directly, while Clymer said he was disappointed in the language.
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George W. Bush
New York Times
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Dick Cheney
Rennber
Adam Clymer
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Proposal offers seniors plan choices in drug coverage
The proposal targets catastrophic Medicare costs over 6000 dollars annually for seniors and would subsidize 25 percent of prescription drug premiums for those above 172 percent of poverty. It remains unclear if subsidies apply to private plans, while Gore critics say Bush’s tax cuts would starve drug aid. Senator Lieberman questions funding as Gore campaigns in Illinois.
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Joe Lieberman
Connecticut
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Gore Targets Budget Clash in Louisville Bid
Vice President Gore returns to core budget theme in Louisville as he plans a new wave of details on spending and tax cuts to frame Bush as creating a trillion dollar deficit over 10 years. aides contrast projections with Bush plan for surpluses and costs amid debates.
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