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Montco Requests Nominations For Public Defender Advisory Board
The board will determine the best way to provide legal services to the indigent in accordance with a report issued by Temple University.

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The board will determine the best way to provide legal services to the indigent in accordance with a report issued by Temple University.

A total of 11 vehicle thefts in a two-week period in May.
The budget, calling for a slight tax increase, is approved by a 7-2 vote.
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