Pope calls for dialogue in Egypt to heal church rifts
Pope John Paul II during his Egypt visit urged Roman Catholic and local Christian leaders to meet and seek reconciliation. He offered to discuss papal primacy as part of broader dialogue on unity and shared faith.
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Economy surges as late 1999 pace tops three-year high
Bank One economist Diane Swank notes the report on the U S economy shows a rapid late 1999 surge, reinforcing the view that growth is accelerating. The data point to the fastest pace in over three years, highlighting continued expansion despite mixed signals.
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Panama declares epidemic alert cancels Lenten carnivals
Health minister Jose Teran announced an epidemic alert in Los Santos province, 150 miles west of Panama City, warning of an extremely grave danger to residents and prompting the cancellation of traditional Lenten carnivals in the central province.
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Our Opinion An opportunity to save a park in Lawrence County
The piece urges county commissioners to lead a protected future for McConnell's Mill State Park amid a proposed industrial waste landfill nearby. It calls for local action, regional alliances, and the creation of safeguards, noting Growing Greener support and the need for balanced development and compensation.
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Is diversity a compelling education policy for public schools
In two Supreme Court cases from Arlington County Virginia and Montgomery County Maryland the 4th Circuit ruled that racial balancing in kindergartens is not a compelling interest and that race based lotteries must be replaced by race neutral methods. The article notes mixed circuit guidance from the 5th 7th and First Circuits and predicts the high court may wait to decide. Universal Press Syndicate
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McCain Bridges Gaps At Michigan GOP Primary
Former prisoner of war John McCain appeals beyond Republicans in Michigan by courting Democrats and independents while championing veterans benefits and Reagan era ideals. In a shifting political landscape he gains cross party appeal, though some liberals resist.
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Schools must remember taxpayers
A reader thanks The News for timely dairy farmer and school board coverage in New Wilmington area. He stresses education through his family, urges school boards to consider taxpayers’ support and monitor spending habits.
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Readers urged to send letters to the editor in New Castle News
The News invites letters under three rules: no libel, no anonymous letters, and up to 350 words with name, address, and phone number for verification. Letters may be edited for length and grammar and mailed to Letters to the Editor, New Castle News, Box 60, New Castle, PA 16103.
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