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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1978
Page
1
A Norwood man is slated for trial over a case involving his wife and a fire. Police and court records indicate the incident centers on allegations tied to domestic relations and criminal charges. The defendant has pleaded not guilty and awaits trial dates.
Joseph C. Costelli, 61, was ordered to stand trial in Delaware County Court on arson, attempted homicide, and recklessly endangering another person charges. At the July fire at 31 Love Lane, Costelli carried his wife Doris to safety, then sought help from a neighbor before returning. The judge reinstituted the attempted murder charge after a recess.
Weather capsule reports heavy rain potential through the evening with possible flooding in areas of poor drainage. Skies stay mostly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 60s and a clearing trend Friday after noon. Highs today in the upper 70s to low 80s. Details on Page 2.
A biochemist James Quinn, 56, of Ridley Township, faces arson and related offenses after a June 17 fire damaged a Brookwood Lane residence in Darby Township. Trial scheduled for Oct 10 in Delaware County Court.
Township Manager Raymond H. Kromer defends enforcing building code rules on Vincent Bonacquisti, operator of a MacDade Blvd fruit stand, citing incomplete permits and CBC guidance. Bonacquisti accuses officials of forcing him out, while Kromer says rules protect citizens and follow the book.
At Northley Junior High School the U S Army Corps of Engineers announced it cannot recommend or justify flood relief along Chester Creek, drawing strong backlash from Chester Creek residents and officials. A two hour public session highlighted cost concerns and legal constraints, with leaders urging local action or reevaluation of the study.
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