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Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on “The Sopranos,” has died
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31 July
The Met’s next fashion exhibit spotlights John Galliano, and will confront his troubled past
The next Met Gala fashion exhibit will focus on John Galliano
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30 July
Boston Marathon Qualifier to Bring Hundreds of Runners Through Centerburg
Competitive runners from across Ohio and beyond will make their way through northern Knox County this fall as a new Boston Marathon qualifying race debuts in central Ohio. The inaugural Sunbury Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 12, featuring a certified marathon course that travels through portions of Centerburg before returning to Sunbury. Organizers say the event is expected to …
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30 July
Mount Vernon Begins Search for Construction Manager for New Justice Center
The City of Mount Vernon is taking another step toward construction of its long-awaited Justice Center by beginning the search for a construction manager to oversee the project. City Council recently authorized Safety-Service Director Tanner Salyers to solicit qualifications from firms interested in serving as the project’s construction manager at risk, a delivery method designed to bring a contractor into …
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30 July
Mount Vernon City Council to Host ‘Coffee with Council’ Discussion on Arista Villas Development
Mount Vernon residents will have an opportunity to ask questions and share feedback about one of the city’s most closely watched development proposals during a special “Coffee with Council” event this weekend. The Mount Vernon City Council will host the informal discussion Saturday, Aug. 1, at 9 a.m. in the Mount Vernon Municipal Center, 236 S. Main St. The event …
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29 July
Knox County Commissioners Hear Update on Child Support System, EMS Funding and County Operations
Knox County commissioners tackled a wide range of county business during their most recent meeting, including updates on child support services, emergency medical funding and several infrastructure projects that could affect residents across the county. One of the largest updates came from the Knox County Department of Job and Family Services, which reported on its transition to a standalone child …
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29 July
Knox County Property Owners Have Three Days to Review Tentative Property Values
Knox County property owners who believe their homes have been incorrectly valued have a limited opportunity this week to request an informal review before new assessments are finalized. The Knox County Auditor’s Office is holding informal property value hearings July 29 through July 31, giving residents the chance to meet with appraisal staff, review their tentative valuations and provide documentation …
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29 July
Mount Vernon City Council Delays Vote on Housing Incentives After Residents Voice Concerns
A packed Mount Vernon City Council meeting Monday night ended without a vote on two controversial housing incentive proposals after residents questioned whether taxpayers have been given enough information about the projects. The legislation would allow the proposed Arista Villas development to join the city’s New Community Authority while also creating Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts for both Arista Villas …
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