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Readers’ Viewpoints
By Submitted Report
The Tube City Almanac
December 20, 2019
Posted in: Letters to the Editor
Christmas lights much appreciated
I drove past the "Daily News Building" recently and was so pleased to see the iconic neon Christmas lights in the windows. It brought tears to my eyes. Thank you to whomever had the foresight to save these lights. They are so much a part of McKeesport. Merry Christmas!
—Connie Andres, Pittsburgh
Editor’s Note: We passed your message along to McKeesport Mayor Mike Cherepko and city electrician Tom Rosso.
Former resident appreciates obituaries
I thank you so much for being able to see local obituaries, living in the Altoona area. This is a great service.
—Pat Stanley, Roaring Spring, Pa.
Compare scores of charter, public schools
Regarding the article “School Officials Seek Relief, Changes to Charter School Laws” (Dec. 11): Are charter schools doing well by their students? Compare scores etc against public schools before making any decisions!
—Dena Swantek Benko, White Oak
Editor’s Note: You can check out test scores and historical trends for all public and charter schools in Pennsylvania by going to the state’s website at FutureReadyPA.org.
Tube City Community Media Inc. is committed to printing viewpoints from residents of the McKeesport area and surrounding municipalities.
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Tube City Almanac
P.O. Box 94
McKeesport, PA 15134-0094
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Originally published December 20, 2019.
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