Mancini Drops Bid After Perot Withdrawal
Ellwood City resident Henry Mancini abandons plans to run as an independent for state representative in the 10th district. He cites Ross Perot's withdrawal and lobbyist influence as reasons, noting last day to file had passed. Mancini had lined up backing before shifting to the independent, but now supports Perot’s absence in Washington and Harrisburg.
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New Castle City Hall Renovation Begins to Improve Accessibility
Construction across New Castle City Hall starts this week under ADA rules with a new elevator and accessible entrance on Grant Street plus added parking. Work, funded by 150000 in community development grants and 5000 from the general fund, targets restrooms counters and doorway changes on multiple floors. Victor C Minteer of New Wilmington is the general contractor.
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Phar-Mor cuts staff amid embezzlement scandal
Youngstown based Phar-Mor Inc. announces 12 percent layoff of headquarters staff and plans further cuts after revelations that former president Michael I. Monus and CFO Patrick Finn embezzled at least $10 million and company profits were inflated by $340 million. The chain, which operates 300 stores in 33 states, seeks a federal probe and accounts for the losses with an earnings charge.
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Local Window Decor Salutes Columbus Anniversary
Pete Figo Carvella and Doyle Love decorate the former Air Force recruiting office window downtown with a display saluting the 500th anniversary of Columbus first voyage to the New World.
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Weekend Forecast Promises Warmth With Scattered Showers
The forecast calls for upper 70s to mid 80s highs Saturday and Sunday with overnight lows in the upper 50s to mid 60s. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is indicated for both days.
Dolly Parton gives 500000 for Sevier County schools
Dolly Parton through the Dollywood Foundation donates 500000 to Sevier County public education to fund a school for students at risk of dropping out, high school computer labs, and scholarships. Sevierville and Pigeon Forge in eastern Tennessee are cited as the area.
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McConnell's Mill chosen for film scene in The Fire Next Time
McConnell's Mill State Park in Lawrence County serves as a filming site for a portion of The Fire Next Time a movie by RHI Entertainment. Stars Craig T Nelson and Bonnie Bedelia portray a family fleeing global warming scenes. Park areas from the office to the covered bridge will close two days while filming occurs with limited public access.
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Club wins license to run small games of chance
Lawrence County Judge Francis X. Caiazza ruled the Mahoning Sportsmen's Association may renew its small games of chance license to sell pull-tab tickets at the Pacar Center Union Township bingo hall. The suit challenged county Treasurer Robert Shaffer's April renewal denial tied to the group's headquarters location and use of proceeds for youth conservation and fire department bingo events.
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Muldoon Dies at 70 in New Zealand
Sir Robert Muldoon prime minister who aligned New Zealand with Britain and the United States died at age 70. He had been hospitalized with nausea and disturbed sleep. cause of death not disclosed.
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