Hired jail guards pursue grievances
Two Lawrence County corrections officers fired earlier this month have filed grievances with their labor union. The County Prison Board voted 6-0-1 to terminate Scott Rondeau and Kevin Boston after 18 years apiece. Union Local 964 members. HR director says termination pending grievance outcome.
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City school board approves retirements and hires
New Castle Area School Board on Monday approved four retirements and hired dozens for its after school program. The board also approved the hiring of Danielle as advisor for the 2016 17 year to fill Melissa Pascarella’s position after her resignation. Retirements include Kaycee Aubel high school art teacher Jerry Cangey and Robert Farris custodians Beverly Ferrara and Patricia West personal care assistants Connie Graham secretary all effective June 30 or June 6 per notices.
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Ellwood City advances to WPIAL title game in 10-3 win
Ellwood City clinched a spot in the WPIAL final by routing Steel Valley 10-3 at North Allegheny High School, with 15 hits and a strong comeback. Laurel lost to South Park 11-1 in five innings at Hampton High School, setting up a consolation game for the final PIAA playoff berth.
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Free the six pack stalled by gas station beer ruling
Harrisburg report notes Gov. Wolf urged liquor board to allow selling beer at gas stations and convenience stores. The board approved nine beer licenses despite a pending Supreme Court ruling on legality of gas station sales. Democrats hold two seats on the board, while Republicans warn privatization moves could hurt tavern owners.
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Cheap gas and holiday travel boost in 2015 budget talks
Gas prices may stay 40 to 60 cents lower than 2015, inviting over 34 million travelers this Memorial Day weekend. Republicans push liquor store privatization funds while Gov. Wolf endorses beer-sale rule relaxations and potential modernization.
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County official earns state award for assessment work
Lawrence County chief assessor J R Hardester was honored by the county commissioners with the Carl W Naessig Award from the Assessors Association of Pennsylvania for meritorious service. Nominated by Paulette Sebring he has chaired and served on numerous association committees and represented the group internationally.
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Carl W. Naessig
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Obituaries list multiple local residents and ages
Beverly Grove McIntire 64 VolantJane D Kwint 95 1425 Old Butler Road Ruth P McMichael 92 Kensington Md William A Sankey Jr 47 New Castle Harold W Stonebraker 69 Guys Mills Pa Mario J Tuminelia 95 West Pittsburg See Page A5
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