New Castle approves five year early bird teachers pact
The New Castle Area School Board approved a five year early bird teachers contract by a split vote with seven voting for and two against. The pact starts in 2000 2001 school year and follows a pattern of no work stoppages feared to end 15 years of potential strikes. union president Philip Lasky said the vote was 160 to 8 in favor with one year remaining on the current pact.
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New Castle Schools Inside Pay Raises for 2000
Administrators in the New Castle Area School District will receive pay raises starting in the year 2000, reflecting district budget decisions and negotiated terms.
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Sarandrea and Retort Named New Castle School Principals
John Sarandrea and Richard Retort were promoted to head principal roles in the New Castle Area School District starting next year. Superintendent Joseph A. Martin Jr. announced at a board meeting that Sarandrea will lead the high school and Retort will head George Washington Intermediate Elementary School. Perrotta and Ascione retire this year. both current administrators will become principals in their new assignments. Salaries rise to 71,589 for Sarandrea and 70,289 for Retort, with Sarandrea keeping coaching duties.
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Night airstrikes shake Baghdad amid Iraq US Britain raids
Early today Baghdad faced airstrikes by US and British forces with anti aircraft flak. At least two people died and over 30 were wounded while streets filled with traffic and workers returned to offices. A missile struck near Saddam Hussein's palace area and Iraqi papers urged resilience.
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House leaders suspend impeachment hearings amid political tension
Veterans and shoppers debate last night’s attack on Saddam while U S allies back Iraq bombing. Russia and China urge restraint, shaping a polarized international response as lawmakers weigh next steps. See pages 2 and 6.
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