Mayor calls for Super Soaker ban after fatal water gun shooting
Boston AP report notes a 15-year-old was killed in a water gun fight linked to Super Soaker toys. Mayor Flynn urged parents to discourage toy gun use and urged stores to remove the products. Larami Corp defends the toy, while other towns report similar spray incidents and injuries nationwide.
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United Nations forms body to monitor environmental treaties
Earth Summit delegates approved a new U N body to monitor compliance with environmental treaties and gauge progress toward summit goals. Environmentalists praised the establishment of the U N Commission on Sustainable Development as a major accomplishment and said it will hold governments accountable for environmental actions.
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X marks suspected black hole in Whirlpool Galaxy
Washington AP reports Holland Ford of Johns Hopkins and STScI says Hubble images reveal a distinct X against the nucleus of galaxy M51, created by dust absorption, marking the location of the suspected central black hole. Ford notes the X indicates the black hole’s position within the spiral galaxy.
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Catholic graduation canceled over We Are the Champions row
In Clifton New Jersey Catholic students faced a police ringed campus as the eighth grade graduation was halted after Principal Donald Quinlan barred playing Queen's We Are the Champions due to Freddie Mercury's bisexuality. Two AIDS activists were arrested in front of Sacred Heart School. Mercury died last year of AIDS.
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Berea briefs cover block watch drive history and Legion honors
Berea hosts Block Watch meeting at 7 30 p m in Berea Room City Hall with guest from Cleveland Rape Crisis Center. A community blood drive runs 1 7 p m June 17 in Berea Room City Hall by United Community Blood Center. Historical society seeks 20th century clothing for Reflections show Oct 3 with dropoff June 24 and July 14. American Legion awards honor Berea High students for Americanism and Government tests. Dovilla placed third in district oratorical and a patch was designed for the color guard.
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Intruder erases Perot supporter data at Virginia HQ
An intruder deleted about 17 000 Ross Perot supporters from a Virginia headquarters computer. Campaign officials say backups exist. no signs of forced entry were found and local police investigate the break in.
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Critics blast Gates bluff to delay retirement
Los Angeles AP critics called Gates bluff a bid to hold City Hall hostage after he suggested postponing his retirement amid a dispute over commanders promotions. City leaders accused him of disrupting the city amid riots and a tense post King beating climate. Gates admitted the threat but planned to leave by month end despite pressure.
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City probationary officer under review after Georgia arrest
Elyria police probationary officer Lewis Robinson remains with the department as the investigation continues after an arrest in Georgia. The city must prove any dismissal rests on a valid cause such as misrepresentation or lying, not undisclosed information. Griffin said two Georgia detectives were sent to gather facts and the Police Chief will forward findings to the Safety Director for legal guidance before any action.
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Golfers Sought for Olmsted Township Firefighters Outing
Nearly two dozen golfers are still needed for the township firefighters June 24 golf outing at The Links Golf Course on John Road Olmsted Township. Firefighter Joseph Fadale said Monday organizers aim for 32 two person teams and are hoping to fill remaining spots.
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Principal Lopez Accused Of Sexual Misconduct At Lorain School
A resolution alleges that since 1990 Lopez used his position to make unwelcome sexual advances toward female staff, including demands for favors, and to coerce and humiliate staff to have sex. It details a pattern of relationships, retaliation against a teacher, and alleged efforts to eliminate a woman’s job. No charges were filed. Lopez attended a meeting and plans an appeal. He has been replaced by Timothy Dortch at Lincoln Elementary.
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Ridgeville weighs Voters Aug 4 for Fazio plan and school move
Ridgeville considers a special Aug. 4 election costing about $6,000 to decide buying and renovating the vacant Fazio supermarket for 34,000 square feet at Mills Creek Lane. The district would move ninth graders to the high school, add 14 classrooms and a media library, and merge library space with a cafeteria. The sale would cost about $385,000 with six acres valued at $150,000–$175,000. renovation costs projected at $50 per square foot versus $100 for new construction.
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