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DEP awards bid for study project on mine fire

The boundaries of an underground coal mine fire in Hanover and Newport townships could come into clearer focus over the next several months.

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Thu Mar 06, 2014

PennLive.com

State Police Report - March 6, 2014

Shannon Achenbach, 42, of Marysville was stopped by state troopers for traffic violations at 4:01 a.m., Feb. 2, on Route 11/15 in Marysville.

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PennLive.com

Newport district finalizing school renovation plan

"The building hasn't been renovated for a long time," Longwell said. "The roof is well past its life expectancy."

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Tue Mar 04, 2014

The Citizens' Voice

DEP awards contract for work on abandoned mine fire

The state Department of Environmental Protection awarded a $266,765 contract for site work at an abandoned mine fire in Newport and Hanover townships.

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Wed Feb 26, 2014

ABC 27

Crowd turns out for educational session on gun laws

The Shermans Dale Community Fire Company was packed Monday night with people eager to learn about Pennsylvania's concealed carry laws and expanded Castle Doctrine.

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