City pension fund split fuels critique of New Castle council
The New Castle pension fund remains divided among three entities and controlled by three abstaining council members. The meeting highlighted flawed decision making, rising fees, and potential conflicts of interest. Residents are urged to scrutinize leaders and consider candidates who prioritize the public good.
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City of
New Castle
Council
Mark Elisco
Richard DeBlasio
Nick Majorano
Elisco
DeBlasio
W. Thomas Andrews
Fed raises rates by half point to nine-year high
The Federal Reserve increased rates by a half point, lifting the target federal funds rate to the highest level in nine years. David Jones of Aubrey G. Lanston & Co. in New York says more hikes are likely as the central bank paves the way for further policy tightening.
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Fed
David Jones
Aubrey G. Lanston & Co
New York
Federal Reserve
Trade deal support and emergency landing report
Rep Charles Rangel backs permanent trade benefits to China while British Regional Airlines reports a rough landing in Liverpool after an emergency gear failure. 48 passengers and crew were on board during the incident.
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Charles Rangel
House
Ways and Means
China
Michael Bathgate
British Regional Airlines
Liverpool
Copple Resigns Bribery Case Revisits Tough Town Roots
Aron Cohen recalls a frontier of memories centered on the Copple family and a bribe scandal. He reflects on Pat Copple’s resignation and the impact on public trust, blending personal nostalgia with a sharp critique of corruption. The piece ties late 20th century local ties to a state crime shook a community.
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Frank Copple
Sammy
Joe Copple
Joe
Pat
Pat Copple
Aron Cohen
Infidelity fades as a voter issue in New York race
A Scripps Howard piece notes voters largely ignore personal indiscretions of politicians. Giuliani’s prostate cancer and marital turmoil may deter a Senate bid, shifting focus to Hillary Clinton as the opponent. Polls show only about 15 percent care, with Giuliani framed as the issue rather than Mrs. Clinton.
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Gary Hart
New York
Nelson Rockefeller
Bill Clinton
Rudy Giuliani
Hillary Clinton
U.S. Senate
Giuliani
John Zogby
Clinton
Lyndon Johnson
Scripps Howard News Service
History matters to our community and school board
The author responds to a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette column and defends historic districts. He cites his education in the old building by teachers Lou Zona and Pat Gwin, stressing appreciation and respect as core lessons. He criticizes a cavalier attitude toward historic value and urges community pride.
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New Castle Area
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Lou Zona
Pat Gwin
City’s architectural heritage vs new school project sparks letter
Michele M. Perrett of New Castle argues preserving historic value matters more than a modern school build. She contends demolition or drastic changes threaten the city’s character and calls for careful consideration of what to retain from Lincoln and Highland avenues.
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Lincoln
Highland Avenues
Michele M. Perrett
New Castle
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Ed Wilcox
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Copple Brothers
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James Deep
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