U.S. Sens. Bob Casey and John Fetterman [signed a letter] that supports the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal of a federal staffing mandate that will negatively impact …
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By ZACH SHAMBERG
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11/14/23
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Recently, U.S. Sens. Bob Casey (D-PA) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) led a letter to Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure encouraging the agency to finalize …
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By U.S. SENS. BOB CASEY AND RON WYDEN
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11/14/23
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As a political representative, I feel comfortable saying that for many of us in this line of work, Abraham Lincoln is a figure we strive to live up to. His poise, his confidence, his command of the …
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By KARL BRABENEC
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11/14/23
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We all have friends or family members who can attest to how difficult it is to kick the habit and quit smoking. Often, people need multiple attempts before they successfully kick their addiction to …
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By CARLEY BROCK
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11/14/23
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Opioid addiction. At first glance, it might be viewed as an urban or suburban problem. It’s easy to imagine rural communities living a simpler life—without the pitfalls and distractions …
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By MATTHEW ESPENSHADE
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11/7/23
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John Fetterman’s wardrobe for his public life as a U.S. Senator should not be an issue. Or should it?
Ultimately any elected official who finds that their wardrobe choices are becoming the …
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By CYNTHIA NASH
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11/7/23
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October marked National Substance Use Prevention Month, but the time is always ideal to ramp up preventative messaging about overdose, to help save as many lives as possible. Amid the ongoing opioid …
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10/31/23
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October marked National Substance Use Prevention Month, but the time is always ideal to ramp up preventative messaging about overdose, to help save as many lives as possible. Amid the ongoing opioid …
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By JODY BOULAY
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10/31/23
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“Imagine there’s no countries
It isn’t hard to do
Nothing to kill or die for
And no religion too
Imagine all the people
Living life in peace, …
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“Imagine there’s no countries
It isn’t hard to do
Nothing to kill or die for
And no religion too
Imagine all the people
Living life in peace, …
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10/31/23
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Matt Osterberg could be considered responsible for the mega-warehouse policy, which endangers our vital resources. As the chairman of the Pike County Economic Development Authority, he and Mike …
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By VITO DIBIASI
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10/31/23
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As a former Pike County Commissioner for six years and a lifelong Pike County resident until two years ago, it is apparent to me that Tony Waldron is the clear choice for Pike County …
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10/24/23
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I am writing in reply to a letter in a recent paper. Throughout this letter, the writer accuses President Biden of various misdeeds and calls him incompetent. In a previous letter, he has called the …
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By ED MCNULTY
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10/18/23
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Once again, the Prime Act has been introduced back into the House of Representatives. This recent piece of administration was submitted last month by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Rep. Chellie …
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By CHELSEA HILL
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10/18/23
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Ten people in a bar disagree about which of two beers are superior. Five like a particular pilsner and the others agree on a stringent IPA. Last month, when asked their preferences, the responses …
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By JOHN PACE
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10/11/23
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COVID has been the number-one global health problem of the 21st century. Polio was the number-one global health problem in the 20th century.
Those born after 1955 have no first-hand knowledge of …
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By PROF. MICHAEL KOSSOVE AND STANLEY ROSE
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10/4/23
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How deceased bodies (remains) are cared for is one of the latest issues to be examined through an environmental lens.
For example, last December New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul signed …
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By JOHN O. D’ARIENZO
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10/4/23
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Historically known as a hub of industrial innovation, Pennsylvania is now poised to enter a new era of economic prosperity through the mining and refinement of rare-earth minerals.
As …
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By PA REP. MIKE ARMANINI
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10/4/23
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While I vehemently disagree with the decision in this case, I accept the jury’s verdict. Plainly, this is how our judicial system works.
I stand by my actions and remain proud of my …
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By ROBERT DOHERTY
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10/3/23
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As recently reported by WVIA, Times-Shamrock Communications has announced that it has sold its newspapers and related operations to Colorado-based MediaNews Group, which is owned by hedge fund Alden …
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9/27/23
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