History Channel Great Race to close New Castle streets
New Castle streets into downtown will close tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the History Channel Great Race as about 80 vintage vehicles stop for lunch at Kennedy Square. Police will post officers to direct traffic and detours along Jefferson Falls Grove and Croton. Columbus Innerbelt advised for around-town traffic.
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Great Race Historic Car Rally Arrives in New Castle
The History Channel Great Race features nearly 80 drivers in vintage autos. The 16th annual event spans 10 am to 4 pm with food, fireworks, and live acts in downtown New Castle. Cars arrive around 11 am and a three hour window lets them come and go, parked on Kennedy Square for viewing. Stops include Canton to New Castle then Franklin. only these Pennsylvania towns host the race.
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Downtown Street Closings Disrupt Traffic Around New Castle
Downtown closures affect Mill Street and First Federal drive through for the day. Traffic diverted from New Castle area with routes from North Street toward Beaver Street and Mercer Street near the Grove Street bridge. Kennedy Square entrance closed and truck movement halted near the new fire station on South Jefferson Street. Automobiles toward downtown must turn left onto the Columbus Inner belt.
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Motoring racers and arch project headline community fair
Special section notes racers traveling nationwide to win prizes and Vo Tech students teaming with Ernie Cooper on an arch deluxe. Daylight festivities include Zambelli fireworks and a call to wear red white and blue tomorrow as local car clubs display hot wheels Pages 15-21.
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Great Race Day Menu Planned for History Channel Event
Local chairs coordinate a diverse food and activity lineup for the History Channel Great Race in New Castle. Vendors will offer distinct items, avoiding duplications like hot dogs, with Medure's Catering serving cold cuts and desserts. Event tents line Kennedy Square and Washington Street, featuring a mix of food, crafts, and outreach booths from community groups and sponsors.
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