Nobody and Everybody to Blame for Writing Decline
Mary and Johnnie’s college readiness is blamed on a broad trend in education. Penn State psychologist Dr Helen Snyder leads a three year study on basic English and math improvement, arguing a two system approach and remedial courses may be needed. She cites one in four freshmen deficient in English and math, with potential dropouts around 10 percent.
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Lee Linder
Philadelphia
Mary
Johnnie
Pennsylvania State University
Helen Snyder
Snyder
Penn State
America
Returns Without Spanking in Jones Oklahoma
A 16 year old cheerleader may return to classes today without a disciplinary spanking while a lawsuit challenges a school policy. Principal Foote cited due process concerns as a court decision looms after Rhonda Davis and her mother sued over lateness consequences and a Nov 3 auto accident.
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Robert Foote
Rhonda
Foote
City Builds Pension Funds With Higher City Contributions
City pension boards reviewed 1977 first three quarters and eyed 1978 plans. City Administrator Grice announced raises in city payments to police 1600 fire 1300 and municipal employes 2600 to strengthen funds. Calderone and local officials emphasize ongoing actuarial review to keep funds sound.
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Robert Grice
Grice
Benjamin Calderone
Corry
Rick Page
Open House Honors Corry School District Library Plans
The Corry Public Library hosts an open house this Sunday from 2 to p.m to honor the school district’s support during American Education and Children's Book Week. Head librarian Marge Hopkins says the Friends of the Library sponsor the event to raise awareness of district funded programs and services that benefit the community and children.
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Corry Public Library
Marge Hopkins
Friends of the Library
Corry
Hopkins
Corry Area
Hair Dye Cancer Link Confirmed By FDA Says NCI Data
The FDA states there is no longer any doubt that the coal tar dye chemical 4 methoxym phenylenediamine causes cancer based on NCI animal studies. An FDA spokesman adds regulatory questions hinge on final NCI data and expected positive results. An industry spokesperson notes no substitute, highlighting dyeing remains permanent and dye must be used for color change.
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Washington
Food and Drug Administration
FDA
National Cancer Institute
Donald Kennedy
Kennedy
Institute
Environmental Defense Fund
No More Budget Deadlocks In Pennsylvania Senate
The Pennsylvania Senate backed a continuing appropriations plan 34 to 14 to auto renew the budget if disputes halt taxes or spending debates. The measure would amend the constitution and need two sessions plus a ballot vote, aiming to avoid repeated late or missing state budgets that have affected employees welfare and state universities.
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Harrisburg
Senate
Pennsylvania
Congress
Clarence Bell
Delaware
John Stauffer
Chester County
Frank Kury
Northumberland
Relief On The Way For Corry Aves School Athletics
Relief for Corry Aves School District athletics arrives with a new First Avenue facility near completion. CAHS athletic director Gerard Rushin and project supervisor Jack Downey discussed reserved practice time and a modest usage fee as the district moves to ease shortages of mats and space. The project expands the city’s sports area while solving crowded schedules for 12 major sports across high and pre high schools.
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Bill Eaton
Corry Aves
Journal
Wright School
YMCA
First Avenue
Gerard Rushin
CAHS
Jack Downey
Downey
Landfill Questions Surface Amid Erie Waste Crises
Erie County officials and haulers debated Waste Management Inc plans to close Lakeview Landfill to all but contracted customers. County leaders suspect a pressure tactic while Erie Disposal assures Corry and others their contracts remain valid. Possible alternatives include shipping waste 85 miles to Grinderville or quick use of Greene Township and Granderville sites pending court rulings.
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Erie Disposal
Corry
Robert Grice
Erie County
Lakeview
Waste Management Inc
Waste Management
Summit Township
Karl Boyes
Boyes
Michael Flatley
Fred Stitt
Superior Refuse
Erie Dispose Co
Erie
Grinderville
Warren County
Harborgreene Road
Greene Township
Greene Landfill Inc
Walter Kuhl
Kuhl
Warren County Solid Wastes Authority
Harvey Sanden
Bloodmobile Here Friday Campaign Drives Local Blood Drive
The American Red Cross promotes blood donations with the motto Today you may not be dying to give blood Tomorrow you may be dying to get it. The Bloodmobile returns to Corry Friday from 11 30 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. at the Red Cross building East Main Street. It is the third of five visits this year to reach a 550 pint quota with at least 125 donors needed for success.
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American Red Cross
Corry
Red Cross
East Main Street
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