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Cleveland
Clinic Implants Aneurysm Sensor
The Cleveland Clinic is breaking new ground with a
device which can monitor abdominal aortic aneurysms. It
is done with a wireless sensor which is surgically
implanted in a weak area of an artery wall. The device
monitors blood flow to stop possible aneurysms from
growing and rupturing. Presently less than 50 percent of
those suffering from ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms
survive.
Cleveland
Unhappy with Shabby Lakepark Conditions
Cleveland city officials are not happy with the
condition of state parks in northeast Ohio. They're
demanding the state improve maintenance at Euclid Beach,
Edgewater and other parks, or give them to another
agency like the Cleveland Metroparks. The Ohio
Department of Natural Resources says it spends most of
the spring and summer playing catch-up. The state could
be open to the idea of the Cleveland Metroparks taking
over stewardship of those areas.
Cleveland
Police Trim Overtime
The Cleveland Police Department is keeping a close
eye on overtime costs. It's nearly $2 million below
budget, or about 17 percent less than years past. But
Finance Director Robert Baker says White House election
year visits by the Democratic and Republican tickets
could increase the overtime dramatically in the next few
months. President Bush's recent visit cost the city $60
thousand in overtime, and the cost of Senator Kerry's
visit is still being determined.
Congresswoman
Tubbs-Jones To Address Democrats
Cleveland area Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs-Jones will
speak about Ohio's economic problems in an opening night
speech at the Democratic National Convention. The
congresswoman will be part of a prime time lineup that
includes former Presidents Bill Clinton and Jimmy
Carter, and former Vice President Al Gore. The theme of
the speech will be strengthening America through jobs.
Brook Park Man Dies In Iraq
Another Cleveland area soldier has died in Iraq.
Sergeant Joseph Martin Garmback was killed in a mortar
attack last week and his body was returned home on
Tuesday. Garmback will be buried with full military
honors. He joined the Army in hopes of becoming a
paratrooper like his father. The 24-year-old Garmback
was one of five soldiers killed in the attack in Samarra,
about 70 miles from Baghdad.
Cleveland
Development Fund Created
A $20 million development fund has been created for
neighborhood projects in each of Cleveland's 21 wards.
Mayor Jane Campbell and council President Frank Jackson
say the money will go toward housing, shopping and other
projects. The funding is linked to federal grants the
city gave out in loans and will have to be repaid. The
payments will help pay off new bonds for the development
fund.
Defense
Payroll Office Given More Work
Work from military payroll centers in Denver and
Indianapolis will now be done at the Cleveland
processing center. The move is now underway though the
Cleveland center may also be at risk. The government is
looking to save $3 billion by consolidating operations
around the country. Work at the Cleveland center can be
done at other locations. The Defense Finance and
Accounting Service Office has a $65 million annual
payroll. It also generates $200 million for the local
economy. Governor Robert Taft is meeting with officials
in Washington in hopes of keeping the Ohio operations
intact.
Shelter Offer
Free Makeovers
Barbers and hair stylists did makeovers on the
third annual Day of Beauty at Cleveland's Hitchcock
Center for Women. Clothing and shoes were also provided
to as many as 100 men, women and children who
participated in the program. It's aimed at developing
self-esteem to help those less fortunate help themselves
toward a better life.
Angry Airport
Cabbies Protest
Angry cab drivers left their posts at Cleveland Hopkins
Airport to stage a protest over complaints about the way
they are treated on the job. The cabbies double parked
in front of City Hall and gathered in the Rotunda until
a meeting was scheduled with airport Commissioner Fred
Szabo. The drivers say they are harassed by police, and
are often directed to out of the way locations where
potential fares can't find them. They also complained
about alleged unfair competition from shuttle services.
Szabo agreed to meet with representatives for the
drivers on a regular basis to help resolve the
outstanding issues.
Kerry-Edwards Will Head To Ohio on July 7th
Democratic presidential hopeful John Kerry and his
new running mate John Edwards will make a campaign stop
through Cleveland tomorrow. The rally will be held on
Mall C, next to City Hall beginning at 10 a.m. Cleveland
Mayor Jane Campbell has announced her support.
American Eagle to add Jobs in Cleveland
American Eagle has announced job opportunities in
the regional airline business. The airline will conduct
interviews Thursday July 8th and Friday July 9th at the
Holiday Inn, 4181 W. 150th St. near the Cleveland
Hopkins airport. Those interested can attend and find
out how their interests and talents may match the needs
in Cleveland. Candidates may also apply online and can
request an interview by going to the American Eagle
Careers site at www. americaneaglecareers.com . Once
candidates have submitted their online applications,
American Eagle will follow up via e-mail with more
details about interviews
New Broadway Project In
Slavic Village
Leaders in Cleveland's Slavic Village area will use a
$150-thousand federal grant to examine the possibility
of reuniting North and South Broadway. That roadway was
split into north and south lanes more than 40 years ago
in anticipation of the Bedford Freeway project, which
was never built. The plans could install safer walkways
and improve traffic patterns, and would cost as much as
$5 million. The neighborhood could also see a cafe or
coffeehouse as part of that project.
Cleveland to Host Youth Summit for US Health and Human
Services
The Administration for Children and Families of the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services announced
Cleveland as the host city for this year's National
Youth Summit, being held July 22nd through July 24th.
The summit is sponsored by the Family and Youth Services
Bureau. Program highlights include general session
speakers, skill-building workshops for youth who either
have lots or little community-change experience and
adults who want to strengthen their ability to engage
youth as well as sessions on leadership training in
communities and how youth can get on government advisory
boards and internship programs
Cleveland Clinic Heart Center Ranked Nation's Best in
U.S. News & World Report Survey For 10th Consecutive
Year.
The Cleveland Clinic Heart Center celebrates a
decade of being ranked as the nation's number one
cardiac care center with the release today of U.S. News
& World Report's 2004 "America's Best Hospitals" survey.
With the new rankings, the Cleveland Clinic also
continues its tradition of being recognized as one the
nation's best overall hospitals. For 2004, the hospital
is ranked number four. In addition, the new survey ranks
16 Cleveland Clinic specialty care areas among the
nation's best, with ten of those areas ranked among the
top ten in the United States.
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