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What other newspapers are saying: Biden owes Americans the truth

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 five days ago but all-out now? He didn’t say. Did he have some sudden health setback that forced the decision? Or was it a gradual recognition of his growing inability to do the job that finally took hold and he was forced to admit? Or, more likely, was he pushed from the race by fellow ...

Fears surface as report eyes railroad safety

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 ...

Is $396 million in spending practical?

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 ...

What other newspapers are saying: Some reforms a move in right direction

In an Oval Office speech, President Biden announced that he supports reforming the Supreme Court, “because this is critical to our democracy.” But how? There are reforms that would make the institution more politicized — and then there are reforms that would make it less politicized. Encouragingly, Mr. Biden apparently favors some that move in the right direction. Before Mr. Biden withdrew his candidacy, The Post reported that he had two proposals in mind: First, establish an enforceable ethics code for the justices; second, subject them to term limits. Each idea presents ...

National Night Out a chance to reflect on public’s role in public safety

The National Night Out provides community members a chance to meet and interact with first responders — police officers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel. As a Sun-Gazette article in Wednesday’s edition previewing this year’s events, which will be held Aug. 6, said, “the ...

Firefighters deserve to celebrate 150 years

“The goal of the fire department has always remained the same: to protect the citizens and property of Williamsport.” This statement, found in both a historical chronicle of the Williamsport Bureau of Fire and in last weekend’s edition of the Williamsport, perfectly captures why the ...