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Editorials

The importance of veterans’ stories

Tom Donohue Sr., who recently was lain to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, served his country for more than four decades. “He was tireless in his support of the Army, his units and the troops in those units,” retired Major General Peter S. Lennon said of Donohue’s service. “My ...

Remembrance garden plan truly a ‘beautiful idea’

We believe people across our region should admire the initiative shown by Jersey Shore Area High School students, who are designing and planting a memorial garden in memory of Max Engle, the Jersey Shore Area High School student and football player who lost his life last autumn. “I’m so ...

What other newspapers are saying: Battle against lanternflies begins now

Spotted lanternfly killing season is about to begin. The invasive species is set to return to Western Pennsylvania later this summer, but as eggs begin hatching in early May, state Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding encourages all Pennsylvanians to destroy the egg masses before the flying ...

Banning use of handheld phones while driving the right move

Imagine it’s morning rush hour and you’re at a stop light. Your child is strapped into the back seat and you are driving her to day care. You look in the mirror and see a woman who is putting on makeup and looking down at what is probably a screen. Okay, that’s multitasking, but you ...

Britain’s government draws line on smoking

It’s not just a United States thing; there are smokers around the world who wish they never had taken “that first puff” of a cigarette — for health or other reasons, including the cost of continuing what many call a habit. Regardless, smokers throughout this planet who have access to ...

Bill of Rights too important for executive shortcuts

The White House recently announced tougher interpretation of federal background-check rules to purchase firearms as a bid to “close loopholes.” Lawrence Keane, senior vice president and general counsel of the National Shooting Sports Foundation, said after the rollout that the regulation ...