New Castle Soap Box Derby Sees Strong Turnout
Pamela Kay Schmalenberger notes a lively crowd at the derby start as Mayor backs the event. John Burick, tied to 1946 glory, congratulates the winner while Ashley Beltz recovers from a brake mishap at the finish. Elders and organizers emphasize growing interest and smoother logistics for future races.
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Adams Street
Burick
New Castle
Taylor Street
Lawrence County
Brian Burick
John
Ashley Beltz
Squaw Run Road
Ashley
Pidro
Fulkerson
Pietro
Kathy Beltz
Martin Irwin
Rodney Beltz
Ellwood City
Tom Lightcap
Jerry Dobmeier
Soap Box
Erie
Dobmeier
Eric
Ernie Copper
Lightcap
Akron
New Castle News Staff Earns Nine State Awards in 1999
The New Castle News editorial team collected nine Keystone and SPJ honors in 1999, competing with large papers like the Philadelphia Inquirer and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Readers’ trust remains their prize as they aim for an equally eventful 2000 covering Lawrence County and nearby areas.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Lawrence County
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Shenango Union
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