Bessemer Boosts Water Rates To Fund Projects
Bessemer Borough Council approved higher water and sewer charges to fund a new capital improvements fund with about 40 000 in expected revenues. The rise targets the general fund relief and supports needed water plant upgrades after state officials mandated pumps and an alarm system.
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John Kliem
Kliem
County Officials Brace for Tight State Budget
Administrator James Gagliano says wage increases for 2015 tied to a regional consumer price index will be announced soon. Vogler notes the state faces a $2 billion deficit and could repeat a delayed 2009 budget, risking county services and vulnerable residents.
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James Gagliano
Gagliano
Steve Craig
Overhead sign inspections continue in Lawrence County
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will extend overhead sign inspections in Lawrence County tomorrow weather permitting. Intermittent single lane closures may occur 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Route 224 State Street with business Route 422 in New Castle and Route 422 at the Route 65 exit in Shenango Township. Crews from Mackin Engineering and Sofis Rigging Company will perform the checks. Travelers should use caution allow extra time and check 511pa.com or 511 by phone for current roadway conditions.
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Lawrence County
State Street
New Castle
Shenango Township
Mackin Engineering Company
Sofis
North Beaver Township approves 2015 budget amid property dispute
North Beaver Township supervisors passed a 2015 budget totaling 1,444,630 with no tax increase and set the general fund at 832,160. They approved 7,500 to Mr and Mrs E Wigley for land taken for an emergency road during bridge work six years ago and donated 10 cents per resident to the Lawrence County Tourism Agency. The meeting scheduled for 3 45 p.m. on Monday January 5.
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E. Wigley
Lawrence County Tourism Agency
Grzebieniak
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Jameson Behavioral Health Services Emergency Help Line
Jameson Behavioral Health Services offers a 24 hour confidential phone line and emergency department support at Jameson Hospital in New Castle. Trained staff guide callers to appropriate care and provide a resource for urgent mental health needs.
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Jameson Behavioral Health Services
Jameson Hospital
Wilmington Avenue
New Castle
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