Lorain fire chief cannot return as chief under pension rules
Lorain law director says Phil Dore may not resume as fire chief after retirement, only entry level firefighting work if he returns. The issue centers on state law and pension rules, with the Civil Service Commission awaiting Provenza's opinion and Dore unavailable for comment while on vacation.
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Two Families Split by Turmoil in Venezuela and Home
In Amherst Township a family fragments as Salas leaves Mara caibo Venezuela with her husband Sam and five children. Oil shortages cancel flights and force long waits for the next available seat. Her parents and sisters endure daily political strife back home.
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Venezuelan drive to oust Chavez shifts to early elections
Opponents of Hugo Chavez push for a four year term, new elections, and a recall vote plan with an election council. Carter-backed ideas echoed as diplomats arrive to press for a referendum while production and strike pressure persist in Caracas.
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Taft proposes 2.3 billion tax plan overhaul in Ohio
Governor Bob Taft in Columbus unveiled a broad tax plan raising 2.3 billion dollars by expanding the 5 percent sales tax to nearly all goods and services including tattoo parlors and home sales. The proposal aims to fix a strained two year budget amid Medicaid costs and fading one time funds with lawmakers required for passage.
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Taft's tax expansion plan targets Ohio services
Gov Bob Taft proposes extending Ohio 5 percent sales tax to selected services to raise an estimated 13 billion dollars over the next two budget years starting July. The list includes tanning tattooing manicures spa services cable TV lobbying interior design landscaping laundry real estate deals real estate management and more.
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President Bush says Iraq runs out of time to comply
President Bush warned lawmakers that Iraq has only weeks to meet U.N. demands and avoid further actions. The statement frames a narrowing window for compliance amid U.N. World and Nation coverage.
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Firelands trio Johnny Psycho aims to defend Rock-Off title
Firelands High School band Johnny Psycho, age 16, seeks to clinch the Cleveland area High School Rock-Off finals after winning last year. They signed a record deal with No Compromise Records on June 1 and plan a national tour and a debut album this spring. They will perform five songs in the finals with 25 minutes on stage.
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