Thornburgh poised to sign 6.8 billion Pennsylvania budget
Gov. Thornburgh expected to sign a new 6.8 billion dollar state budget after trimming at least 40 million in items to balance the 1980-81 fiscal year. Spokesman Nick DeBenedictis said major cuts will target added 11.2 million for police and fire reimbursements while new programs face scrutiny as revenue shortfalls loom. The plan funds schools welfare and general operations. transportation awaits final approval with no new taxes, relying on 95 million in vehicle and truck fee hikes. House Republicans blocked a 15 million fee hike plan for state permits, arguing for executive revenue authority over the legislature.
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Jordan to take a central role in Middle East peace talks
President Carter and King Hussein concluded talks at a state dinner saying Jordan will play a central part in future West Bank autonomy negotiations. Both leaders stressed shared dedication to a just durable peace and praised the frank two hour dialogue that eased strains in their relationship.
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President Carter Distracted by Secret Trout Trip
Washington reports Carter interrupted Camp David weekend for a secret trout fishing foray in Spruce Creek Pennsylvania. He spent Friday evening to Saturday noon at a private farm stream about 100 miles north of Camp David. aides said distractions hindered his briefing book work ahead of the European economic summit in Venice.
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Indictment Ties Marcello Roemer In Brilab Probe
A federal grand jury indicted Mafia boss Carlos Marcello and Louisiana power broker Charles Roemer II on 12 counts of racketeering conspiracy and fraud. Also charged were Washington consultant L Irving Davidson and New Orleans attorney Vince Marinello in a Brilab inquiry into organized crime and political corruption tied to state insurance contracts. The four allegedly conspired to defraud citizens of Jefferson Parish and New Orleans via kickbacks and bribes connected to multimillion dollar group insurance policies.
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Louisiana
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Beverly Hills
Calif
Joseph Hauser
Roemer
Edwards
Youngsville battles PCB leak near drinking water wells
Residents of Youngsville, Warren County, confront 425 drums of PCB contaminated oil stored since 1978 in a warehouse near their wells. EPA and state officials push removal, soil excavation, and disposal at a Niagara Falls landfill, amid local fears and political strain.
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Jamestown
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Daniel Dracup
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Niagara Falls
House fire kills seven children in Niagara Falls
Investigators say a blaze that engulfed a two story frame house may have started with children playing with matches. Police and firefighters found the home fully involved early morning. arson was ruled out and two mothers saved two children by tossing them from windows.
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Niagara Falls
N.Y
UPI
John Zaccarella
Motorist shoots gun at driver on I-79 near Zelienople
Patricia Clark, driving on I-79 south of Zelienople in Butler County, reported a white man about 30 in a red Thunderbird brandished a handgun to pass her. She rear-ended the car after he braked abruptly. the vehicle continued northbound as police seek the suspect.
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Zelienople
Butler County
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City Warns Owners to Cut Grass and Weeds
Grass and weeds on city property and private lots must be cut or removed by owners. Bureau director James M. Popovich cites many complaints and warns enforcement options, including fines up to 100 dollars, possible 60 day imprisonment, or city cutting at seven dollars per hour billed to the owner. Nonpayment could lead to further legal action.
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James M. Popovich
Great Balloon Release to Promote Lawrence County Tourism
Helium filled balloons will carry Lawrence County’s message of friendship to tourists as 500 balloons are released from Washington Centre Saturday on the first day of summer. GNCA, the county tourist group, oversees the event with 50 youths from Frank Pidro’s recreation department and 50 from Anthony Soukovich’s safety committee. WBZY radio supports publicity as Mercer Warren Forest Venango Clarion Crawford and Erie counties join in the Great Balloon Release.
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Erie
Father sues over access to hospital medical records
Maurice F. Rosenblum files in Allegheny Common Pleas Court seeking his son Michael Rosenblum's medical records from South Hills Health System Jefferson Center. The 25 year old disappeared two hours after treatment on Valentine's Day. his car was later found abandoned on River Road in Baldwin.
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Shadyside
Michael
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Rosenblum
River Road
Baldwin
Council Fails to Reach Quorum for Special Meeting
City Council failed to reach a quorum for a special meeting last night with only two members present. The agenda included adopting a three year loan of 139000 dollars from Citizens National Bank at eight percent interest to buy cars and equipment, plus bid openings for a fire pumper and an aerial ladder truck. At least one bid was sent in but not opened.
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SBA warns tornado victims about scam contractors in disaster loans
Pittsburgh UPI reports SBA district director Jack C Forbes warns victims not to be misled by contractors who promise guaranteed loan approval. SBA will verify losses order credit information and assess each applicant's financial condition before approval.
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UPI
U.S
Small Business Administration
SBA
Jack C. Forbes
Forbes
Health center to hold open house at newly remodeled facility
The Fay and Edward Fisher Community Mental Health Center opens to the public with tours from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm tomorrow. Located in the former St. Mary School, the center consolidates the Human Services Center outpatient day care and county mental health offices with drug and alcohol programs. Representatives will explain services and highlight the $900 000 remodel.
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Human Services
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