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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 05, 2000
Page
2
Bob Anastas, founder of Students Against Destructive Decisions, visited Neshannock High School to present his Check In To A Winning Life program. He spoke to sophomores through seniors about risky choices, peer pressure, and the need for better student parent communication.
Neshannock schools host a week of activities to educate students about drunk driving before prom night. Referring to two killed youths, Anastas notes the board misjudgment and cites four rules to be in the winners group: run when others walk, sleep when others party, turn weakness into strength, and stay drug and alcohol-free for four years for seniors. See SADD, page 16.
Westmoreland County couple Thomas Kurlock 79 and Cecilia 77 were found dead in their Greensburg residence after a 911 call reporting a shooting. Police and coroner notes cite a domestic dispute as the likely motive in a murder suicide, with neighbors stunned by the tragedy.
Dr Charles Dunn of Grove City College notes that the modern job market demands more than a bachelor’s degree in many fields, while still valuing broad arts and humanities foundations. He distinguishes applied and arts majors and highlights lifelong learning as crucial for career pathways. Bille Rondinelli, a district curriculum coordinator with a doctorate, exemplifies balancing work, family, and study.
Ellwood City officials pressure state and county leaders to speed up repairs and reopening of the Ewing Park Bridge as business slows and emergency access is threatened. About 100 residents signed petitions urging action while tribulations of traffic jams and potential impacts on July Fourth weekend events are highlighted.
Ellwood City Area School Board approves the 2000-01 preliminary budget keeping the property tax rate at 79.9 mills. General fund totals 18,333,956 with increases in vocational education wages transportation medical insurance and special education. One mill yields about 55,000 and the board shifts capital expenses to capital improvements to avoid a tax hike. Budget display to June 8. Lawrence County Vo Tech budget set at 5,480,153. Keller's salary rises to 90,952.
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A birth notice lists a son born May 3 2000 to Robert and Stacey Burick Cunningham of 4719 Ellwood Road New Castle and a daughter to Jo Ellen Market of New Galilee RD 1. Jameson Hospital reports a daughter born May 3 2000 to Homer and Melinda Lewis Scurlock of New Castle. Police in New Castle report Shane Artis 30 of 225 E Lincoln Ave arrested on a bench warrant from Butler County with charges of criminal trespassing and attempted burglary. Continued on page 8.
Two men, both 31 and from Youngstown, were arrested after a police chase in Mercer County following a theft at Old Country Feed and Hardware on Route 158. Mark McManus faces multiple charges including theft and DUI while Kevin Meetin is charged with theft, receiving stolen property and conspiracy.
The 17th annual Art Spectacular talent show will be at 7 p.m. tomorrow in Mohawk High School auditorium. Youths up to 18 from New Castle Butler and Youngstown areas will perform as dancers singers and baton twirlers. Admission costs 3.50 for adults and 2.50 for students. The event serves as the Mohawk Lions Club's main fundraiser.
The commission recommended approving Frederica Bell’s conditional use to operate a day care from 6 am to 6 pm serving up to 40 children aged infants to 12. Bell said staffing scales with child ages and will vary.
Ed and Frank Parada won the Father/Son Bowling Tournament at Colonial Lanes. The News reported incorrect names in Wednesday’s edition. For corrections, contact Tim Kolodziej, managing editor, at 654-6651 ext 614 between 10 30 a m and 3 p m.
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