New Castle district faces enrollment declines and image challenges
New Castle school district touts gains such as test scores and pre kindergarten programs yet enrollment continues to fall and projections show further declines. The district weighs consolidation or shared services with other western Pennsylvania districts but merger partners may be hard to find due to lingering image problems discussed by current board members.
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New Castle School Board Race Endorsements Cast
The New Castle News endorses four candidates for the May 17 primary school board race. David DiGiammarino, Lynne Ryan, John Rossi and Barbara Razzano receive support for fiscal discipline, accountability, community focus and leadership amid district financial uncertainty and debates on an early learning center.
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Bin Laden death conspiracies fuel political chatter
The piece surveys broad beliefs that Osama bin Laden remains alive or the death was staged. It cites Abbottabad skepticism, Taliban doubts, and allegations of CIA Mossad complicity, noting public fear of leaked gruesome photos and dubious presidential motives amid Obama reelection talk.
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Chinese balance as cultural force in language and life
Observations note how balance appears in Chinese language education and brain function, tones, and social behavior. Examples include character writing, musical pitch, acrobatic skill, and daily feats of balance from children to commuters, linking culture to economic rise and modern display.
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GOP Needs Credible Candidate for 2012 Election
The News questions what traits will define a viable Republican nominee and argues money, public funding limits, and strict qualifications like BECOT baggage free experienced constitutionalist conservative trustworthy are key. It urges a challenger who can out-debate Obama with solid facts and avoid personality distractions to win in 2012.
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New Castle News Business Office Hours Notice
The New Castle News lists business office hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at its New Castle, Pennsylvania office.
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