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	Group Calls for Removal of Local Priest Capital News 9 [Albany NY] July 10, 2005 For the seventh week in a row, advocates for victims of alleged clergy abuse have gathered in front of the Holy Cross Church in Albany. The protestors are members of the group SNAP, or Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests. They're calling for the removal of Father Daniel Maher. A lawsuit has been filed against the diocese, Bishop Howard Hubbard and Father Maher alleging, among other things, continued endangerment of children. SNAP Co-Director Mark Lyman said, "We're here to support the victims. We've been here for seven weeks. We'll be here for seven more, or however long it takes." Albany Roman Catholic Diocese Spokesman Ken Goldfarb declined comment on this case, but said any and all allegations of misconduct are investigated. If they're found to be true, he said that priest will be removed. Father Maher is currently on a pre-arranged vacation and was unavailable for comment.