Westville teachers get average 4% raise in new contract

WESTVILLE – School officials approved a three-year contract with the Westville Education Association Wednesday that includes an average 4 percent raise each year for union members.

Superintendent Jim Owens said the agreement, which runs through 2011, is good for the district and the board.

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