New Castle News Closer Look

Dave Ramsey: Don’t fall for same-as-cash offers

2012-02-10T03:20:01-05:00

“Dave Says" is a weekly column featuring financial advice from nationally syndicated radio host Dave Ramsey. His column is filled with timely, relevant questions and answers taken from actual letters and calls on Ramsey's radio program, “The Dave Ramsey Show.”

Photo Gallery, Story: Super Brew raises $46,000 for American Cancer Society

2012-02-09T03:43:26-05:00

It’s a winning combination: raising a glass and funds at the same time. That was the opportunity at the third annual Super Brew, which offered participants the chance to sample more than 5o craft beers and to support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

Our Opinion: City hurts businesses by ticketing during lunch hours

2012-02-08T10:28:14-05:00

Most of the candidates running (and now elected) for New Castle City Council and mayor last year said they believed downtown redevelopment was important. This was a common theme during editorial board meetings at the New Castle News prior to last spring’s primary and before the general election.

Racing switch in Ohio shouldn’t affect local plans

2012-02-08T10:18:08-05:00

Converting the proposed Austintown track from harness to thoroughbred racing won’t affect the plans for Lawrence County’s racetrack. But the inactivity of the local license holder might.

Lori Brothers: Get connected for better health

2012-02-08T10:14:38-05:00

I am always happy when I see the lifesaving value of connection happening around me. It makes my heart smile when many people spontaneously unite. There is a feeling of excitement and community. Everyone gets onto the same page, when often the pages are scattered.

Mohawk students study at children’s center

2012-02-07T09:19:22-05:00

Six Mohawk High school seniors are gaining extra knowledge outside the classroom. The students are participating in projects this term at the Oh Wow! Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology in Youngstown.

Lincoln to stage Shakespeare send-up

2012-02-07T09:16:00-05:00

Lincoln High School will present the play “I Hate Shakespeare” at 7 p.m. tomorrow and Thursday in the auditorium. The play takes a comedic look at some of William Shakespeare’s greatest plays, such as “Hamlet,” “Romeo and Juliet” and “Macbeth.”

Best Super Bowl ad? Vote for your favorite

2012-02-06T07:38:00-05:00

Naked M&Ms, an out-of-shape dog on a mission and Clint Eastwood delivering a passionate speech about American adversity -- these are among the favorite commercials that aired during Sunday's Super Bowl.

VIDEO: NFL Experience a hit with Super Bowl fans

2012-02-04T02:04:36-05:00

The NFL's interactive theme park pre-sold more than 65,000 tickets for Super Bowl week and has become the destination of choice for visitors to Indianapolis.

VIDEO: Social media command center helps Super Bowl visitors

2012-02-03T07:44:14-05:00

Indianapolis is the first Super Bowl host city to utilize the power of Twitter and other social media to help football fans get the most out of football's biggest event.