Budget deal settled amid tax clashes in Clinton plan
Washington AP Negotiators resolved all tax issues in President Clinton's compromise budget clearing the path for House and Senate votes this week The plan raises taxes on the wealthy and increases the gasoline tax while restraining Medicare growth to cut the deficit by about 496 billion over five years White House officials expect Clinton to publicly bless the agreement and address the nation tonight while Republicans denounce it as a historic tax hike led by Speaker Foley and GOP leaders
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Power bills soar as Duke Power customers cry foul
Duke Power customers in Charlotte area report extreme July bills with some seeing triple charges. Betty Earle of Gastonia says a single month’s bill tripled, prompting meter checks and alarm over high costs. Janice Crisp of Stanley also complains the charge is burning a hole in her pocketbook.
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Duke Power Tips to Trim Soaring Bills
Duke Power officials outline ways to keep electricity costs down by using the highest comfortable thermostat setting, closing curtains during the day, and maintaining air-conditioning filters monthly while checking insulation and caulking.
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Corporate downsizing hits Houston lawyer hard
ARTE REIS reports on James Drone, 46, general counsel in Houston, who was laid off in February as recession demands trim staff. He received six months severance, now practices law while seeking new opportunities. The piece notes a national rise in downward mobility and waning optimism as unemployment affects families and futures.
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Gaston economy insulated from mass layoffs say experts
Gaston County remains relatively insulated from nationwide mass layoffs due to diversification. Labor market analyst Bob Burns notes manufacturing has not been fast growing but is holding steady, while service sector growth softens the impact of manufacturing losses.
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NATO warns of possible air strikes over Sarajevo siege
NATO warned in Brussels that it is preparing air strikes against Serb forces if the siege of Sarajevo continues. After a near 12 hour North Atlantic Council meeting, ambassadors debated a U S proposal to target Serb gunners as the conflict in Bosnia surged.
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The Gazette Weather Update For Today
The Gazette reports a high of 92 and a low of 70 with details on page 2A for today’s local forecast and conditions.
Screaming toddler pulled from home to be given up
In Ann Arbor, Jessica, 29 months with the DeBeers, was removed from her home after a fierce legal battle. The parents pleaded through signs as attorney Suellyn Scarecchia placed the toddler into a car seat.
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