It was disturbing, though not surprising, when members of the Chautauqua-Conewango Watershed Consortium reported finding PFAS in the Chadakoin River and areas of the river near Chautauqua Lake. The PFAS are less than the limits allowed by EPA rules, but their presence is still troubling ...

As we noted in our July 29 editorial, we believe the Democratic ticket needs to demonstrate a commitment to transparency and accountability to the public. As we said then, with a presidential nominee who wasn’t even on the ballot during the 2024 primaries and caucuses, after eight years of ...

The Sun-Gazette’s recent reporting on the study regarding City Hall is a relief. We still believe a committee or panel that includes input from residents and taxpayers of Williamsport would have been a better course. We also still believe the city should have started this conversation in ...

President Biden explained his abrupt departure from the presidential campaign in a speech to the nation in late July . . . actually, no he didn’t. He delivered an address from the Oval Office saying it was time to “pass the torch to a new generation.” But why was he all-in for re-election ...

Be forgiving toward anyone who is concerned, or even fearful, about the safety of railroad freight cars these days. Most of the people who read a recent Associated Press report about railcar safety inspections no doubt still are amazed that there have not been numerous other serious rail ...

We believe most Americans value protecting the environment. Here in Pennsylvania, we are surrounded by natural wonders. But going too fast has some pitfalls, as can be seen in neighboring New York state. And the need to protect the environment needs to be balanced with its impact on families, ...