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Bill would reopen 9/11 scholarships

Associated Press SACRAMENTO — The Senate Public Safety Committee easily approved a bill Tuesday that would reopen a scholarship program for the relatives of Californians who died in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. SB 384 by Sen. Ted Gaines, R-Rocklin, and two Democratic lawmakers comes after an investigation by The Associated Press and a [...]

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Calif. families want chance at 9/11 scholarships

By Hannah Dreier and Juliet Williams Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Many of the relatives of Californians killed in the September 11 attacks say they never knew that millions of dollars were raised in their name for college scholarships. Now lawmakers want to give them another chance to apply for money that an Associated [...]

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Oyster Bay Senior Wins 9/11 Scholarship

Thomas Kelly was joined by OBEN Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Phyllis Harrington when accepting his scholarship. OBSD

By Tom Gould Oyster Bay Patch Oyster Bay High School’s Thomas Kelly recalls memories of his father, hopes for the future. Thomas Kelly is currently a senior at Oyster Bay High School. He has a full schedule of Advanced Placement, Honors and College level courses. Thomas is a dedicated student and a two sport athlete [...]

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