Supreme Court hearing Kimbell murder appeal in Pa
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court heard Thomas Hughes Kimbell Jr. challenge his 1998 death sentence for killing three children and two other relatives in a western Pennsylvania mobile home. His defense argued a witness question about a possible other suspect was improperly barred, while prosecutors said the witness was unreliable.
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Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
State Supreme Court
Thomas Hughes
Hank” Kimbell Jr
Kimbell
Pulaski Township
Bonnie Dryfuse
Jacqueline
Heather
Stephanie Herko
Dryfuse
Thomas Leslie
Mary Herko
Stephanie
Councilwoman touts reassessment plan for city
New Castle residents were urged not to fear reassessment data collectors who will visit homes. Councilwoman Patricia May said Sabre Appraisal Division of Manatron will perform Lawrence County's first reassessment in 30 years to determine fair market value using current sales figures. Public meetings will explain the process. residents should cooperate and answer questionnaires if home visits are missed, to avoid incorrect estimates that could raise taxes.
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New Castle
Patricia May
Sabre Appraisal Division
Manatron
Dayton
Ohio
Lawrence County
May
Allegheny County
State of
Kansas
Burning ban sparks new council debate in New Castle
New Castle residents face an open burn ban with few exceptions as the City Council prepares to vote. A two year burn permit costing $10 allows limited paper and cardboard burning in approved backyard barrels on Saturdays, while a proposal to ban smoking in all city buildings is heard by Staci Brough of the Pennsylvania Council.
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New Castle
Staci Brough
Pennsylvania
Edinburg Boy Builds Imaginative Remote-Control Creations
Andrew Prentice, 12, showcases a prolific imagination shaping motorized toys since age four. His projects include Alfred the moving robot, a Lego claw, a ventriloquist dummy, and vehicles like an ultralight plane and a five-foot crane Erector set. He recently won a Pinewood Derby, with grandfather assisting when needed.
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Andrew Prentice
Edinburg
Kay
Chuck Prentice
Alfred
Andrew
Joey
Legos
Knox Toys
Lent observance deepens as Ash Wednesday begins
Veronica Pacella reports Lent starts today marking six weeks before Easter. Sister Mary Zucca of Holy Redeemer Parish in Ellwood City notes changes in how people observe Lent, with greater awareness and emphasis on spiritual growth, while church practices remain unchanged. She explains fasting basics and acceptable alternatives for those unable to fast, stressing charity and personal renewal during the season. This is the lead into a broader Lent discussion on page 8.
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Mary Zucca
Holy Redeemer
Ellwood City
Zucca
Wednesday Briefing Highlights Local Births and Incidents
Births announced from Ellwood City Hospital and Jameson Hospital include three newborns on March 5 and 6 2000 to families in New Castle New Wilmington and Farrell. Police report assaults thefts and an accident in New Castle Ellwood City and surrounding areas with victims treated at local hospitals and suspects charged or under investigation.
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Ellwood City Hospital
Michael
Amy Lastoria Westcott
Hillcrest Ave
New Castle
Jameson Hospital
Alfred and
Theresa Marchette Andrews
Peter and
Melissa Senko Merkel
Brad
Amy Alexander Turk
Jeff
Elizabeth Singleton Demofonte
Myrtle Beach
S.C
Conway Hospital
Mr. Demofonte
Tim
Hazel Yohman Bobosky
Edgebrook Apartments
New Wilmington
Horizon Hospital
Farrell
Five Injured In Two Vehicle Crash In New Castle
Five people were hurt in a two vehicle collision Monday afternoon in New Castle. Drivers Dawana Alvarado and Rita Hall were treated and released from Jameson and St Francis hospitals. Passengers Tammy Smith Sara Parker Ruth Lewis were also treated and released. The crash happened about 545 PM at Crawford Avenue and Court Street with Hall reportedly running a stop sign. Lions Club to host pancakes and bake sale Saturday at Hutchison Center Pearson Park from 8 to 11 AM charging 350 per person to benefit charity. Cancer support group speaker Carol B Carr will speak March 16 at JJs Eatery Wilming ton Road with details from Julie Joan or Katie.
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New Castle
Dawana Alvarado
Pin Oak Drive
Rita Hall
Booker Drive
Jameson
St. Francis
Alvarado
Tammy Smith
Sara Parker
Harbor Street
Hall
Neshannock Lions Club
Hutchison Center
Pearson Park
Lions Charities
Carol B. Carr
J.j.’S
Wilmington Road
Carr
Union Township tax deadline set for March 29
Union Township residents must pay their 1999 township and school property taxes by March 29 to tax collector Francine Cubellis at the Union Township Municipal Building. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. After March 29, unpaid taxes are to be filed with the Lawrence County Tax Claim Bureau.
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Union Township
Francine Cubellis
Lawrence County Tax Claim Bureau
Obituary for Joseph C. Trimble 80 with Amherst daughter
Joseph C. Trimble, 80, died March 4 2000 in New Castle. He is survived by one daughter Mrs. Mark Spellman of Amherst Ohio. A correction notes his first name previously published was incorrect. For corrections contact Tim Kolodziej at 6546651 ext 614 between 10 30 a.m. and 3 p.m. The marriage notice unrelated names Joseph Bullano III and Joanne Perrotta applied for a license.
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Joseph C. Trimble
Mark
Marilynn) Spellman
Amherst
Ohio
Mr. Trimble
New Castle
Joseph Bullano III
Joanne Perrotta
Tim Kolodziej
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Judy Hruska
Honey
Paul Hawts
Paul Hawthorneyr
Veronica
Pacella News
Daily Record
Highland Avenue
Brooke Patterson
Valhalla Drive
Gary Huff
High St
Wolf Street
North Street
Julie A. Hilliard
Pershing St
Mercer Street
Heather L. Stuble
Wampum RD 2
Stuble
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Michel Mansour
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