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What other newspapers are saying: How to fix the Secret Service

A report issued about two weeks ago on the assassination attempt against Donald Trump this summer in Butler, Pa., comes to an alarming conclusion about the Secret Service’s shortcomings. In the absence of “fundamental reform,” it says, “another Butler can and will happen again.” Will that sobering assessment help to prompt real changes, and fast? The 52-page report was written by a bipartisan panel appointed under the Department of Homeland Security. This inquiry into the Butler shooting included 58 interviews and 7,000 documents. It goes through, in detail, the failures on ...

Constituents, Bill of Rights both deserve respect

We are troubled by remarks by Lycoming County Commissioner Mark Mussina at last week’s commissioners’ meeting. Mussina said he had heard complaints about a voter registration drive conducted by Republicans outside of Lycoming County’s courthouse. He acknowledged that the Republicans ...

Domestic violence must be confronted

The stories told at the candlelight vigil hosted by the YWCA of Northcentral Pa., reported on in this past weekend’s edition of the Sun-Gazette, were both difficult and moving. The stories also were a necessary reminder that our communities must confront domestic violence. The survivors ...

What other newspapers are saying: Taxpayers subsidize flood insurance

Hurricane Helene likely caused more than $30 billion worth of damage. Less than two weeks later, Hurricane Milton inflicted almost $50 billion more. With six weeks left in this hurricane season, the Small Business Administration’s disaster loan program is already out of money. And more tropical storms are swirling over the Atlantic. Who pays for all of this? Because private home insurers generally find this sector of the business unprofitable, the federal National Flood Insurance Program shoulders the burden of providing homeowners inundation coverage — and it has problems. The ...

All states should pass anti-hazing legislation

The memory of what happened to Penn State University main campus sophomore Timothy Piazza during a February 2017 fraternity-related hazing incident will continue to prey on the conscience of that and all other Penn State campuses for many years to come, perhaps as long as Penn State ...

Stay safe while enjoying the holiday

Trick-or-treating is almost upon us, and with it the necessity of reminding families and motorists to prioritize safety. As excited as your children are to select their costumes, it is important to remember that costumes should include reflective or brightly colored portions to assist with ...