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Savannah rector in stable condition after heart attack
Monsignor William O. O’Neill, rector of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, was in stable condition after suffering a heart attack Tuesday while on vacation in Ireland, the Catholic Diocese of...
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Four questions with Bruce Feiler
In the first days of political revolt in Egypt, Bruce Feiler got on a plane headed straight into the heart of it.Feiler, the best-selling author of “Walking the Bible,” “Abraham” and “America’s...
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AASU spotlights HeLa story
In 1951, a scientist named George Gey discovered the first human cell line that would not die. It was one of the most important discoveries in 20th century medical research. The cells were used in the...
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Christians on the sidelines
Ed Pulkinen says he’s not a supporter of prayer in schools.By that, he means he doesn’t support the idea of prayer or Christian clubs led or organized by public schools.“I think most people are...
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The Rev. Anthony Evans is in the process of distributing thousands of free pharmacy discount cards to African-American churches in Savannah.The cards are intended to help lower the cost of some...
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Medical schools looking up
A week ago Monday was Kenny Cail’s first day of medical school.“I’m ready to get things rolling,” said Cail, a Savannah native. “After today, I don’t think it’s going to be quite as fun, but I’m ready...
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Orthodox synagogue: 150 years of worship
Jerry Portman remembers crowded benches filled by a growing congregation at the old Bnai Brith Jacob building at Montgomery and State streets.Men sat in the ground-level seats. Women and children...
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'I'm pretty tough'
Diana Smock doesn’t bother to worry or be sad.After being diagnosed with stage three cancer last year, Smock found support in her customers at Diana’s Alterations & Canvas Work on Johnny Mercer...
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Faith in practice: Sammy Ausley, Port Wentworth United Methodist Church
LOCATION: 201 Turnberry St., Port WentworthDENOMINATION: United MethodistSIZE: about 90 weekly attendanceWORSHIP TIMES: 11 a.m. SundaysLike other members of Port Wentworth United Methodist Church,...
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Church bake sale offers European treat
Tom Maty came home to plates piled high with pierogi almost weekly while growing up in Akron, Ohio.The potato- or cheese-filled dumplings were a traditional part of his Slavic-American family’s Friday...
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Man pens mystery novel at 93
In his newly released mystery-suspense novel, “The Tontine,” Larry Wagger tells the story of a group of international fashion marketers and an investment scheme that leads to murder. As the retired...
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Savannah doctors seeing patients on computer
Doctors seeing patients on computerWhat was supposed to be a quick visit during her lunch break turned into a medical emergency when Margie Sloan noticed her 75-year-old mother slurring her words.As...
View ArticleAnglicans hold first service in new, shared home
The Rev. Marc Robertson compared his congregation’s temporary move to Independent Presbyterian Church to a long visit with grandma.“Since we don’t have a bed to sleep in, we’re staying at grandma’s for...
View ArticleAnglicans move services to nearby church
The Rev. Marc Robertson compared his congregation’s temporary move to Independent Presbyterian Church to a long visit with grandma.“Since we don’t have a bed to sleep in, we’re staying at grandma’s for...
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St. Patrick's Day in Savannah: Rumor vs. reality
Between 300,000 to 700,000 people annually descend upon Savannah for its St. Patrick's Day celebration, now 188 years in the making. As it grows, the event has taken on a lore of its own. Some of it's...
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