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Rev. Wright uproar raises concerns that will linger
May 17, 2008
We wish that Democratic Party candidate for president Sen. Barack Obama had cut all ties to the Rev. Jeremiah Wright previously — but at least he seems to have finally done so. » Full Story
Lights, camera, action in city neighborhoods
May 16, 2008
No one knows for sure how much video cameras and bright lights deter criminals from their activities.
But we’re pretty sure criminals do their best work in darkness and anonymity. » Full Story
But we’re pretty sure criminals do their best work in darkness and anonymity. » Full Story
The Chesapeake cleanup: Large costs for small municipalitiesl
May 16, 2008
Complying with the Chesapeake Bay Cleanup Initiative could cost the Montgomery $11.7 million, officials said at the borough’s Tuesday meeting.
That’s the tiny borough of Montgomery. » Full Story
That’s the tiny borough of Montgomery. » Full Story
When old guard leaves, worthy funding should not
May 14, 2008
Regardless of the November election outcomes, this region will be losing some influential representation.
Congressman John Peterson, state Sen. Roger A. Madigan and state Rep. Steven W. » Full Story
Congressman John Peterson, state Sen. Roger A. Madigan and state Rep. Steven W. » Full Story
Failures of construction projects in Iraq troubling
May 12, 2008
Reconstruction projects undertaken in Iraq by private companies working for the U.S. government seem to have been a success, in general. » Full Story
Hopefully, Cinema Center is just the start downtown
May 11, 2008
The opening of the Cinema Center on West Fourth Street is the most visible evidence of a revitalized downtown Williamsport. » Full Story
City rental property inspection deadline needs to be met
May 11, 2008
In the second year of Williamsport’s rental inspection ordinance, about 500 properties have yet to be inspected by June 30 to avoid an appearance before a district judge.
As it should be. » Full Story
As it should be. » Full Story
Government spending cuts would be correct recession
May 10, 2008
There is no doubt the U.S. economy is in a slowdown, but it has not become a recession, according to a recent report. » Full Story
Reconsider oil drilling, exploration
May 10, 2008
Reducing gasoline prices by 18.4 cents per gallon will provide little more than a psychological boost for American motorists. Fuel prices, averaging about $3.60 a gallon, can fluctuate by 18. » Full Story