Our Opinion From the Lawrence Corvi Editorial Board
A signed opinion piece by Lawrence Corvi Mitchel Olszak and Nancy Bergey offering their stance on a local issue. The editors weigh consequences and advocate for specific community actions and policy directions. The column reflects board perspectives with concise arguments and calls for civic engagement.
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Mitchel Olszak
Nancy Bergey
Freedom and the Bill of Rights 220th anniversary tribute
This week marks the 220th anniversary of the Bill of Rights highlighting the enduring value of freedom of expression and press. The First Amendment grants these liberties amid debate on majority rule and minority protection, with the 1 for All and Free to Tweet programs inviting youth to discuss rights and compete for a $5,000 Knight Foundation scholarship.
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James Madison
America
Madison
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The Gas Drilling Debate Hits Our Town
A local writer warns that Marcellus Utica shale gas leases threaten schools budgets, environment, health, and land. The piece urges vigilance as lawmakers debate drilling laws and asks residents to contact officials about potential impacts on roads water air and local control.
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Marcellus
Utica
Richard J. Book
Readers urged to send signed letters to editor
Readers are invited to mail letters to the editor at New Castle News in New Castle Pennsylvania with a signed name, full address, and phone number for verification. Letters up to 300 words may be edited for style and grammar and anonymous submissions will not be published.
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PA uses online use tax line to boost revenue
Pennsylvania Revenue Department will add a use tax line to the 2011 personal income tax return, asking residents to declare unpaid online purchases. Officials aim to educate taxpayers and collect $6 million to $8 million more next year, while pressuring online retailers to collect the tax at point of sale. The move follows a department bulletin on nexus and extends penalties for businesses failing to register by February 1.
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Dan Meuser
Pennsylvania
Staples
Walmart
Amazon
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Corbett
Elizabeth Brassell
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