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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1996
Page
1
Georgetown University guard Allen Iverson headlines a talented group of young players entering the NBA Draft. The versatile guard anchors a selection of prospects noted for speed, ball handling, and scoring ability as teams evaluate the depth of this year’s draft class.
Ed VanHorn joined Retreads Motorcycle Club International after turning 40 and now at 51 values the intergenerational camaraderie. He and wife Darlene are state reps for eastern Pennsylvania, a large chapter with about 500 members. The club emphasizes family, shared experience, and fun with no dues but suggested donations for the newsletter. Meetings occur monthly in Butler Waterford and Shelocta areas.
Motorcycle enthusiasts prepare for Rock-N-Rally in the Cascades at Cascade Park from tomorrow through Sunday. The event, produced by Western Pennsylvania Harley-Davidson Dealers' Association and Triple Crown Events, expects about 6,000 motorcycles and over 20,000 riders from the tri-state area. Promoter Robert McCracken forecasts a strong economic impact on New Castle with four outdoor concerts by Pegasus Graphic Pink Ozone Rangers and the Burnt River Band, plus inner Harley Road House acts Uncharted Course and Brothers and Friends. Contests include slow-ride, blindfold navigation, ball grab events, a large Sunday motorcycle show with trophies awarded for finish, customization and originality. Gate details: main entrance closed, registration on VFW side lot, no cars in park, under-18 admission only with adult. Single day tickets $15. kids 12 and under free. Hours: 3–11 tomorrow, 9–11 Saturday, 9–5 Sunday.
The IRS has asked for information on several defendants in a local illegal sports betting probe. Lawrence County District Attorney's Office says only publicly available records can be shared and wiretap details remain restricted. Names include Angelo Fornataro Fred Charles Patsy Cioppa Jr Walter Eugene Gabriel and Eugene John Gabriel. The wiretap spanned November 10 to December 3, 1993, and uncovered two gambling operations with over 30 suspects involved.
Italian cinematographer Pasquale De Santis, Oscar winner for Franco Zeffirelli's Romeo and Juliet, died of a heart attack Sunday in New York. The death ends a noted career in film and Italian cinema, with De Santis recognized for his work on classic drama and collaborations with Zeffirelli.
Parents say the new Disney film appeals to families beyond kids while avoiding being too frightening. It blends kid friendly humor with larger themes and clear peril to keep younger viewers engaged without scaring them.
Disney animated musical The Hunchback of Notre Dame opens Friday at Westgate Cinema 7 and is expected to run about six weeks, promising broad family appeal during summer.
Tommy Lasorda, the Los Angeles Dodgers manager, underwent angioplasty following a heart attack. The short item notes the medical procedure and Lasorda's status, with reference to coverage on page 14.
Kevin W. Reeder, 35, of Mercer County, was killed on his wedding anniversary at H W Cooper Sons Sand and Gravel in Plain Grove Township. He fell into a sand hopper, suffered traumatic asphyxiation, and was buried by about 20 tons of sand. The death was ruled accidental.
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