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ELECTION ’09: Lamancusa wins big; ‘Poncho’ voted out
Joshua Lamancusa won election as Lawrence County district attorney. The New Castle Democrat defeated Republican candidate George Freed by approximately 2,800 votes. Meanwhile, longtime Mahoning Township Supervisor Francis “Poncho” Exposito was defeated.
WHO’S DOING WHAT: Meet the county's movers and shakers
Whether it's excelling in the classroom or in the board room, The News tracks the successes of local residents as they move onward and upward in their careers.
IN U.S. SERVICE: Meet those serving our country proudly
Through periodical updates on our Web site, the New Castle News shares information on Lawrence County residents serving our country through their military service.
NAMES IN THE GAMES: Catch up with athletes competing in college
Each week, sports writer Ron Poniewasz Jr. catches up with former Lawrence County high school athletes to see how they are doing while competing in college.
COUNTY CLIPS: Get the low-down on neighbors, friends
Who's earning a scholarship? Where is the next charity concert taking place? Each week, find out what's happening in the community.
HOOP DREAMS: Former New Castle star now playing for pay
Devin Taylor is looking to make the most of another opportunity. Taylor signed a contract to play for the Youngstown Swish American Basketball Association team..
PHOTOS, VIDEO, STORY: Transplanted pair team up on new lounge
Two Philadelphia transplants are aiming to make their mark in New Castle. Leslie Michael was on a high lift last week, starting to paint a mural downtown. She is working on a cafe scene mural for a new lounge.
PHOTOS, STORY: Great pumpkins drawing national attention
Skeptics about The Great Pumpkin can now start believing. Jerry Snyder of Bessemer and Dave Stelts of Edinburg are both living proof that with lots of time and tender loving care, great pumpkins could appear right in their own back yards.
PHOTOS, STORY: Former students throw a party for teachers
A serious ear infection kept a young Jim Lutz from school. As a student in Mary Bratschie Patton’s first-grade class at Walmo Elementary, Lutz was known for his classroom antics that often had him exiled to the hallway.
ON THE RECORD: Latest marriage licenses for Lawrence County
On the Record is a periodical update of public information coming out of the Lawrence County Government Center. Look inside for the latest listing of divorces in the county.
WHO’S DOING WHAT: Meet the county's movers and shakers
Whether it's excelling in the classroom or in the board room, The News tracks the successes of local residents as they move onward and upward in their careers.
PHOTOS, STORY: Stanley Cup visit draws a huge crowd in town
Everyone has heard of wedding crashers.But Stanley Cup crashers? West Pittsburg resident Chris DeVivo knows of such a thing. DeVivo, director of video production and game operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins, hosted a Stanley Cup party at his home.
THE LAW: Shenango police seeking information on warrants
The Shenango Township Police Department is looking for information on warrants. Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the those in question is asked to call the department. All calls will be kept confidential.
PHOTOS, STORY, VIDEO: Neshannock youngster becomes Pilot for a Day
James DiMuccio finally went for a plane ride he can remember. James, a 10-year-old leukemia patient and Neshannock Memorial School student, was chosen to participate here yesterday in the Pilot for a Day program.
IN TODAY’S NEWSPAPER: City shooting; Ratkovich sentencing
What’s going on in Lawrence County? Today’s edition of the New Castle News has you covered with the latest in sports, politics, entertainment and neighborhood news. Pick up a copy at dealers everywhere.
IN TODAY’S NEWSPAPER: City Council endorsement; election series begins
What’s going on in Lawrence County? Today’s edition of the New Castle News has you covered with the latest in sports, politics, entertainment and neighborhood news. Pick up a copy at dealers everywhere.
LIFE. CHOICES: Find yourself rushing around again? Give it a break
Every Monday morning my boss and I have the same conversation. “How was your weekend?” we ask each other, followed by the usual response from both of us. “Busy.”
MUST-SEE VIDEO: Conan O’Brien jokes about ‘Tonight’ accident
Conan O'Brien turned his "Tonight Show" stunt injury into laughs at his expense by showing footage of the cringe-worthy backward fall on a hard studio floor. You can watch the video of his fall right here.
NAMES IN THE GAMES: Catching up with local athletes competing in college
Each week, sports writer Ron Poniewasz Jr. catches up with former Lawrence County high school athletes to see how they are doing while competing in college.

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