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Two Charged With Attempted Murder After House Fire

Police say a woman who wanted to get back at her neighbors for allegedly turning her in to state welfare officials has been charged with attempted murder for allegedly setting fire to their trailer while they were in it.

Thirty-five-year-old Leola Bell, and a friend, 40-year-old Tina Cole pleaded not guilty on Friday to attempted murder and arson charges. They were being held on $100,000 bail.

Police say no one was hurt in the fire last Tuesday but the trailer had substantial damage. It was occupied by four adults and two small children at the time.

Two other people are facing arson charges in the case. Police say 57-year-old Cynthia Bell and 49-year-old Gwen Hislop of Morristown will be arraigned on charges of accessory to arson.

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