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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 2009
Page
1
Wildfires sweeping a popular South Carolina beach area destroyed homes and forced evacuations. Local fire crews battled fast moving flames as residents reported loss of dwellings and ongoing firefighting efforts amid windy conditions. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area and follow official updates.
New Castle high school boys team clinched the MAC track title as they dominated events at the meet. Key performances by standout sprinters and distance runners sealed the victory for the Blue team, with wins contributing to a strong overall score.
Obituaries announce Albert J. Genkinger 87 of 3515 Meadowview Blvd William Hetrick Jr. 86 of Cape Coral Florida Anna Mae McCutcheon 75 of 447 Thornhill Drive Opal Pat Marcus 86 of 459 Douglas Drive Joseph A. Milone Sr. 86 of West Pittsburg and Frank E. Mrozek 63 of 1607 Cameron Ave.
Star Bound Entertainment owner Toni McKay, based in New Castle, created a giant crab balloon that appears in Washington DC during the crime drama State of Play starring Russell Crowe and Ben Affleck. Filming spanned 12 hours with the balloon visible in two scenes at Pruitt’s Seafood Market.
In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania the House narrowly defeated a bill that would ban hand held phones and texting while driving but then passed a measure to add a $50 fine for driving carelessly while using a hand held device. sponsor Rep. Chris Ross said the focus is on dangerous behavior and keeping eyes on the road. The amendment related to teen driving was part of the broader bill.
Gov. Rendell’s chief of staff is set to become the third chairman of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board in under five years as the agency expands casino openings. Greg Fast will replace Mary DiGiacomo Colins within weeks, while the board also named the NY Indian casino chief regulatory officer as its executive director. Colins’s departure timing remains uncertain as she completes tasks and departs with high marks for integrity and energy.
Washington AP GfK poll shows Americans for first time in years largely feel the country is headed right direction under Barack Obama. Voters cite his strong ethical leadership and empathy while worrying about personal finances and medical costs. He appears to have shifted candidacy energy into governance.
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