Our Opinion From Lawrence Corvi Mitchel Olszak and Beth Kelm
The editorial board members Lawrence Corvi Mitchel Olszak and Beth Kelm present a joint opinion on current civic issues, outlining shared concerns and calls for policy action. The piece reflects a unified stance and emphasizes accountability, community priorities, and practical remedies.
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Weathering a mild arc into a warm spring in western Pennsylvania
The piece notes an unusually mild winter in western Pennsylvania with little snow and a forecast of near 80 degree days as spring arrives. It discusses climate debate, jet stream shifts, and ocean currents, arguing short term swings do not prove global warming. It urges enjoying the pleasant days while they last.
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State anti texting law takes effect amid enforcement debate
The new law bans texting while driving, praised as a safety necessity and criticized for enforcement challenges. Critics say drivers text out of sight, but officers can still detect distracted driving when a vehicle swerves or the driver’s head is down. Other states show solid enforcement results.
YouVe Earned a Say survey aims to shape Social Security and Medicare
The AARP launches You've Earned a Say to involve Americans in future decisions on Social Security and Medicare. It calls on Washington to listen, inviting online surveys at www.adrp.org/earmedasay or a toll free phone survey at (888) 687-2277. Theo McCracken, state coordinator, New Castle seeks public participation.
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Readers are invited to send signed letters no more than 300 words to the New Castle News mailing address or email nceditor@ncnewsonline.com. Letters require full name phone number and complete address for verification and may be edited for style and grammar. Anonymous submissions will not be published.
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Pennsylvania GOP primary stakes hinge on convention delegates
The April 24 Pennsylvania primary may serve as a beauty contest as delegates to the Republican National Convention can vote independently. Romney pursues 1,144 delegates, while Santorum aims to rally pledged delegates in Pennsylvania. The state awards 59 elected delegates with 10 appointed and 3 automatic, amid broad candidate backing and polling showing Santorum leading in the Keystone State.
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