Mayoral Candidates Comment on New Castle Parking Meters
The New Castle News queried mayoral hopefuls Mark Elisco, Democrat, and Chris Frye, Republican, about city parking meters. Their responses reflect differing views on meter management and city parking policy.
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Eliseo questions decline in parking revenue
The message compares 2019 and 2018 net parking revenues, noting 2019 half-year figures imply a total of $18,460.14 while 2018 totals $30,741.24. It asks why the drop occurred and whether it will continue, debating free versus metered parking and downtown redevelopment.
Frye calls balance paid and free parking for New Castle
Community leaders business owners and residents urge a balance of paid and free parking in downtown New Castle. Proposals include a Downtown Focus Area with free on street spaces, clearer signage, collaboration with businesses, increased safety patrols and promoting foot traffic to boost the tax base.
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Downtown parking meters face mixed support in New Castle
City officials debate Passport Parking app while coin revenue drops from 43724.81 in 2015 to 29449.92 in 2018. Ambrosia defends dual options. Panella questions value. Smith calls for review of meters' impact on development and operations. Kauffman favors removal or minimal use.
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Fed says 18 big banks would weather severe downturns
The Federal Reserve reports all 18 largest and most complex banks would stay in business in a severe global recession. The stress tests assume unemployment near 10 percent and a 50 percent stock drop, plus shocks to commercial real estate and corporate debt markets.
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Fireworks Festivals Light Up Summer across Western PA
DON Services hosts its second annual Fireworks Festival and Freedom Fair on July 20 in downtown New Castle with a 10 a.m. start and a 10 p.m. fireworks show. Events coordinator Shelley McConnell notes extended hours to involve more people and a focus on disability information as a resource. Several other fireworks events populate June to August across Ellwood City Westminster College Wampum Union Township SNPJ Recreation Center New Castle Enon Valley Moraine State Park and nearby venues.
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Black bear locks in Montana home to nap in closet
Missoula County deputies responded after a black bear opened a mudroom door, locked the deadbolt, and settled on a closet shelf for a nap. Wildlife officials tranquilized the animal for relocation after it yawned at approach.
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