Election quirks in New Castle council race raise ballot flaw
In New Castle, Pennsylvania, Gary Mitchell a Democrat with felony drug charges advances to the fall ballot for city council. Legal disputes question whether felons may hold office, with challenger John Altman seeking Mitchell's removal. The case highlights inconsistent state rules and the potential for a vacancy if Mitchell remains on the ballot.
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Washington cautions debt ceiling limits and the administrative state
The piece critiques the debt ceiling as a legal and political relic, arguing Congress repeatedly raises it to enable rising spending. It traces the growth of a powerful administrative state since the 19th century, notes Obamacare regulation pages, and urges immediate cuts including duplicative programs, entitlements overhauls, and repeal reviews, to restore liberty and economic prudence. The argument posits a need to curb federal overreach for a sustainable future.
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Sunlight Lost to New Nanjing High Rise Overload
A resident recalls ongoing hand built construction in Nanjing that blocked sunlight from a front room, despite a previous sunlit view of the InterContinental Hotel. Noise from 5 am to 10 pm and repeated enforcement struggles left them with earplugs and little relief, ending only when the project neared completion.
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Neshannock board ignores community furlough pleas
The Neshannock school board, after months of public input from parents teachers and citizens, did not adopt suggested cost savings or avoid furloughs. A May budget meeting was held privately after an election and the May board sessions were moved, leaving teachers and staff feeling shut out of decisions.
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Letters to the Editor guidelines at New Castle News
The New Castle News outlines letter submission rules including signed letters under 300 words, potential editing for style, and mail to Box 60 New Castle Pennsylvania 16103. Editorial board members are Lawrence Corvi Mitchel Olszak Michael Matis Nancy Bergey and Laura Crawford.
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