BFI proposal for rail line to Poland Ohio landfill
Mahoning Township officials pressed BFI for details on a planned rail line to haul solid waste to the Browning Ferris Industries landfill in Poland Ohio. BFI described two possible routes, including a line along an existing Pittsburgh and Lake Erie corridor and a new creekside route, with property purchases eyed and a limited train schedule.
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Democrats nominate Clinton for president at convention
At the Democratic National Convention in New York City, Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton is nominated for president with running mate Al Gore. Mario Cuomo will place Clinton’s name, while Tsongas and Jerry Brown speak later as the platform emphasizes law and order welfare reform and potential military action.
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California
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Laurel official helps to stop Sto-Rox slide
Laurel district official leads fight to curb the Sto-Rox district crisis in Allegheny County where a $2.7 million deficit and political interference have plagued operations. State appointed manager Romett cites overstaffing and board meddling as a breakdown in governance and accountability.
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Laurel
Super Board rescues Sto-Rox district finances
The three member Super Board led by Dr Thomas Romnett takes control of Sto-Rox School District in Allegheny County to fix a 2.7 million deficit. They raise taxes to 110 mills, furlough 28 teachers, cut staff and close buildings to save about 1.5 million, while preserving a 1 to 26 teacher pupil ratio and eliminating several administrative posts.
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Pope John Paul II in good shape after tumor removal
Doctors removed a benign colorectal tumor from Pope John Paul II and the pope also had his gallbladder removed for gallstones. The operation lasted about 3.5 hours and was performed at Gemelli Hospital. The pope will stay about 10 days in hospital before further recovery at Castel Gandolfo.
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Lake Strouss Forms After Weekend Storms In New Castle
A lake has formed on the vacant Strauss department store site in New Castle after weekend storms dumped heavy rainfall. Local residents note the waters are sizable as the area fills, creating a notable alteration to the landscape and local geography.
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Weather Outlook: Warmth and Rain Tentatively Bump Weekend
Thursday high near 80 with lows in the 60s. Showers and thunderstorms likely Friday and Saturday with highs 75 to 85 and lows in the 60s. Sunday should be fair with highs mid to upper 70s and lows 55 to 60.
Burke rejects primadona label over Designing Women saga
Los Angeles AP reports actress Del ta Burke says she never claimed top star status on set. She reacts to TV Guide July 4 coverage chronicling on set troubles and her dismissal from Designing Women, defending herself against media portrayal.
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