OPEC approves hefty 14.5 percent oil price rise in 1979
The 13 nation cartel meeting in Abu Dhabi agreed a four stage price hike by Oct 1 1979 with an initial 5 percent rise on Jan 1. The decision drew White House criticism and could trigger a small recession as inflation and energy costs rise. Saudi Arabia chaired as moderation, while Iran’s production cuts and dollar weakness drive higher costs. US consumers face higher gasoline and heating bills and utilities raise rates.
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Tokyo
Saudi Arabia
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West
11 Children Die in 3 Home Fires in Western Pa
United Press International reports 11 children died in three Western Pennsylvania fires over the weekend. In Fayette County six children perished in a one story frame house near Ronco after a master alarm breakdown delayed response. Beaver County saw four youths and their grandmother die in Aliquippa. Pittsburgh Homewood saw a girl die and another child critically injured. Victims include Kim Malone 10 and siblings Larry 9 Bryan 5 Timothy 4, and Theresa 3 months. Mary Black and Jacqueline 10 Felicia 9 William 7 Tanya 2. Rhonda Dean 9 perished in Pittsburgh while Sirkasda Evans 2 was hospitalized. Fire officials cited a cigarette as a possible cause in Aliquippa. radio communication issues hampered early alarms in Fayette County.
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Aliquippa
Mary Black
Jacqueline
Felicia
William
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Jane Mills
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Homewood
Sirkasda Evans
Children's Hospital
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Two motel proposals reach Towne redevelopment board
Towne Development and Construction Co led by John E Blackson and Peter A Vessella each submit motel plans to the City Redevelopment Authority for the East Street site. Blackson pitches a 104‑room four‑story Holiday Inn with a 250‑seat dining lounge, pool, courts and atrium. Vessella envisions a 100‑unit seven‑story complex with dining, meeting space and shops. A local business group led by David C Kennaday seeks a 120‑day extension to present a firm proposal and aims to secure federal Urban Development Action Grant support.
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Kennaday
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Redevelopment Authority Board
Towne Mall
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Israel Won't Resume Talks Unless Cairo Drops Proposals
United Press International reports Foreign Minister Moshe Dayan said Israel will not resume peace talks with Egypt unless Cairo drops recent treaty proposals endorsed by the United States. Egypt accuses Israel of obstruction amid the Sunday deadline for signing the treaty and a Jerusalem bombing marked the day.
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Egypt
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ACLU seeks ban on nativity scenes on government property
The ACLU files suit in U S District Court to remove nativity scenes from City Hall and Water Tower Park, arguing public funding violates church state separation. Judge McMillen to hear the case. supporters defend religious presence amid broader debate on religion in public spaces.
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Chicago
UPI
American Civil Liberties Union
Jay A. Miller
ACLU
Illinois
Skokie
City Hall
Water Tower Park
Miller
U.S. District Court
Thomas R. McMillen
Timothy J. Lyne
Holy Name Roman Catholic Cathedral
Water Tower
Mary Thrush
Audit uncovers graft tied to Brady Street Bridge project
Pittsburgh report from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette details a state audit accusing PennDOT of graft and mismanagement in the 20.8 million Brady Street Bridge, now the Birmingham Bridge. The chief investigator faced life threats, car vandalism, and theft of confidential testimony. Allegations include gifts from contractors, shoddy welds, work paid but not done, and unqualified inspectors. A supervisor allegedly demanded funeral costs. officials deny the claim as construction faced delays.
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Pittsburgh
UPI
Brady Street
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
al Benedict
Penndot
Mingham Bridge
Christmas Sing at New Castle News Friday Noon
The annual Christmas Sing will be held at the New Castle News main lobby at noon Friday. Management and employees invite the public to join in ushering in the Christmas weekend.
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New Castle News
the News
Food stamp program overhaul described by officials
The Public Welfare Department will implement major changes to the Federal Food Stamp Program. Secretary Aldo Colautti says new USDA regulations replace current procedures. Lawrence County Public Assistance chief Louis Palumbo notes about 2,455 families will be affected. Key changes include elimination of the purchase price. starting Jan 1 participants will receive only the bonus.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Secretary of Public Welfare
Aldo Colautti
Louis F. Palumbo
Lawrence County
Office of Public Assistance
Weather map Rae Cleveland ponders layoffs around the county
Western Pennsylvania reports a mostly cloudy night with lows in the low 20s and a Tuesday rain chance up to 60 percent. The forecast calls for highs near 40, with a 10 percent tonight and 60 percent Tuesday. Multiple local names and numbers appear in the weather and public notices alongside park and river data.
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Cleveland
Pennsylvania
Shenango River
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