When to file for Social Security
The piece explains there is no magic answer to when to start Social Security. It outlines options from filing at 62 with a 30 percent reduction to waiting for full retirement age for 100 percent of benefits, and notes the need to evaluate personal circumstances with careful calculations.
Pooch Place Hosts Fifth Dog Days in Ellwood City
The fifth Dog Days of Summer event at Ellwood City's Ewing Park benefits Never Walk Alone and K-9 units. K-9 demonstrations by regional officers showcased explosive and drug detection, with dogs like German Shepherd Nitro and Viva the Rhodesian Ridgeback earning attention. Attendees met K-9s, bought merchandise, dunked officers, and watched diving dogs by NADD while families enjoyed games, raffles, and food trucks.
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Never Walk Alone
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Dave Hunter
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Dora the Explorer Turns 25
New York AP reports Dora the Explorer marks 25 years since debut. The first Latina led a major animated series and helped propel multicultural children’s programming in the United States. The character speaks English and Spanish, carries a backpack and mascot Boots, and invites audience participation.
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Keeping cool in heat drives city center visits and indoor gatherings
In extreme heat, locals favor air conditioned spaces such as Forbush's Ice Cream, Sophie's Soft Serve, and Challenges Options in Aging in New Castle and Ellwood City. Camille Alexander, a seven year employee at Forbush's, notes outdoor spots slow when hot, while activity rises after sunset. Cheyanne Rodgers of Sophie's echoes heat and rain throughout the season. Challenges provides cooling, meals, water, and fitness programs for 50 plus patrons, with access via New Castle Transit Authority. Regulars like Mark Duncan and Francesco Iovino highlight relief and socializing indoors, with Iovino recalling Napoli and appreciating four seasons. Annabelle Chipps, a 2024 Slippery Rock University grad, interns with the Pittsburgh Media Partnership.
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Forbush
Sophie
Camille Alexander
Forbush’s
Alexander
Cheyanne Rodgers
Sophie’s
New Castle
Ellwood City
Amy Servone
Challenges
Center
Mike Gordon
Servone
New Castle Transit Authority
Mark Duncan
Duncan
Francesco Iovino
Napoli
Italy
Annabelle Chipps
Slippery Rock University
Pittsburgh Media Partnership
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