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Editorials

Link between alcohol, cancer is complicated

An editorial here several weeks ago focused on cancer’s link to alcohol and that doctors and researchers currently are studying gut health in their probe of cancer’s causes. “There’s no question we’re missing something” was the comment of a California gastrointestinal ...

What other newspapers are saying: Influenza spiking — stay safe

While lawmakers in neighboring states debate loosening vaccine requirements for school-aged children, Ohio is facing a frightening example of how quickly potentially dangerous (and deadly) illnesses can spread. In fact, doctors in the Buckeye State are stressing that even at this point in the ...

Chamber awards a reminder of nature of leadership

The annual awards banquet hosted by the Williamsport-Lycoming Chamber of Commerce is always an opportunity to reflect on how our business community plays such a pivotal role in the successes and future of our region. The event highlights several businesses, large and small, that contribute to ...

City Hall study should include lowest-cost options

We have concerns about the study outlining options for how Williamsport’s government can address City Hall. As reported in this past weekend’s edition, the costs of renovating the building at 245 W. Fourth St. are high and the costs of replacing that building with a newly constructed ...

What other newspapers are saying: Mass firings backfiring

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been rapidly firing federal workers with little consideration for which ones are critical to government functioning. So now, the Energy Department is scrambling to rehire people abruptly let go from the National Nuclear Security Administration. The ...

Welding lab expansion welcome news

Williamsport Area School District’s expansion of the welding lab, reported in the Tuesday edition of the Sun-Gazette, is truly great news for our communities. The expansion will allow an even greater number of students to learn this practical skill, and the newer technologies will allow all ...