Newton Roller Skating Rink Closing After 59 Years

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By Becky Ogann

Story Created: Nov 30, 2009 at 1:46 PM CST

Story Updated: Nov 30, 2009 at 1:46 PM CST

NEWTON (AP) - The manager of a Newton roller skating rink says he'll close the business after 59 years.

Jerry Lee Chandler says he'll close the Skate Castle after a final skate session Sunday afternoon.

Chandler says he's been losing money on the business and can't afford to keep it open.

Owners of the rink say they'll keep the building for a couple months, then try to sell it.

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