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	Astoria Priest under Investigation for Fiscal Management By Mike Benner KGW February 3, 2009 http://www.kgw.com/news-local/stories/kgw_020309_priest_astoria_.1811e4c6.html ASTORIA, Ore. — A Catholic priest in Astoria is accused of mismanaging tens of thousands of dollars. Father Ted Prentice from St. Mary Star of the Sea allegedly admitted to giving more than $40,000 to charities of his choice. The Archdiocese of Portland told NewsChannel 8 the allegations stem back to late December. That is when the archdiocese audited the parish books. They discovered poor fiscal management. Two weeks ago they relieved Father Prentice of his financial responsibilities. The school's principal could not comment on the accusations, but he said the school is not in danger of closing. "We're not rich in financial resources, but we're the same today as we have been in previous years and such," added Terry Campbell. According to Campbell, Father Prentice will not teach religion classes this week. Students will not attend mass as a school either. The Archdiocese of Portland and the Clatsop County District Attorney have confirmed to NewsChannel 8 they are investigating.
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