Leaders from New Castle came together on September 12 to celebrate the launch of Brookfield Farms, an 85-home development intended to address the community’s need for affordable housing. This noteworthy collaboration between city officials, developers, and local partners is expected to shape the future of the city’s housing market.

New Castle police are investigating a reported homicide inside the former St. Francis Hospital building at 1000 S. Mercer St. Authorities are currently on the scene, marking a serious incident at the historic site.