A new concept for old tradition
By Debbie Lowe Staff writer
      Throughout the country there are bike-a-thons, cut-a-thons and various other 'a-thons' held annually to raise money for charities and to help those less fortunate than the 'a-thoners.' Most of the charity events are tried and true and have stood the test of time to produce the desired result.
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Planting away from corners prevents accidents
Comet staff report
      Farmers and homeowners are being asked to reconsider planting tall plants that may interfere with sight distance.
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DPS purchases remaining third of City Hall building
Comet staff report
      The Delphi Preservation Society (DPS) recently completed the purchase of the remaining onethird of the Assion-Ruffing City Hall building with its third-floor Opera House from Delphi Properties LLC. This clears the way for DPS to proceed with restoration activities that will ultimately restore the ...
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Sheriff's department solves local heist quickly
By Debbie Lowe Staff writer
      The day of July 17 probably took a different turn than expected for two 19-year-old White County residents. They most likely did not realize how quickly local law enforcement officials could act to solve a crime. A break-in at Bresnahan's Restaurant in Pittsburg was discovered early by the owner...
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Discovering what really happened to Earhart
The romanticism of the Earhart mystery
By Debbie Lowe Staff writer
      Tuesday, July 24, would have been the 110th birthday of Amelia Earhart. And at this very minute, a team of 15 researchers, mostly scientists, are on the south sea island formerly known as Gardner Island.
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Skate park to accommodate area youth
By Jenna Buehler Comet writer-intern
      Skateboarding is often referred to as a trend and sport, but to area skateboarders, it is an art. It requires finesse. The art often takes advantage of town sidewalks, stairs, and railing as its canvas. Soon, it will have a new alternative. Skaters will be invited to practice at Delphi's new skate...
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Tire, household hazardous waste collection is Saturday
Comet staff report
      The Northwest Indiana Solid Waste District and Carroll County are gearing up for the tire and household hazardous waste collection. Residents may recycle scrap tires and hazardous chemicals at the Carroll County Fairgrounds in Flora this Saturday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m.
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'Treasure Deals' Delphi's newest business
By Jenna Buehler Comet writer-intern
      Local resident Troy Robinette has opened "Treasure Deals" at 111 S. Washington St., across from the courthouse. Robinette described the concept for the store as "a year-round yard sale, with everything from electronics to clothing.
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Women volunteers to build Habitat home
Comet staff report
      Habitat for Humanity of Lafayette, the YWCA Women's Cancer Program and an all-women volunteer crew are partnering to build a home during this year's Women's Breast Cancer Awareness Build 2007. The public is invited to the Women's Breast Cancer Awareness Build groundbreaking event at 8 a.m.
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