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Washington, Charleroi among NAP grant recipients

The latest round of state Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) grants include efforts to continue the revitalization of the city of Washington, a program to address workforce shortages in agriculture and aid for further projects in the revitalization initiative in Charleroi. The state NAP ...

Washington County focus of panel discussion on death penalty

Referred to as a “hotspot of capital prosecution,” Washington County was the primary focus of a panel discussion hosted by an anti-death penalty group Tuesday morning. The Philadelphia-based Atlantic Center for Capital Representation held the virtual meeting to highlight a recent report on ...

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O-R Athlete of the Week: Haleigh Rush, Avella

Name: Haleigh Rush Grade: Senior School: Avella Sport: Basketball Rush’s Week: Rush put up good statistics in two games last week, but the most important number to her was two. That’s how many wins the Eagles had last week. Rush played a big part in each victory. She scored 19 ...

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PSU players like what they’ve seen from Campbell

By Travis Johnson Associated Press STATE COLLEGE — Trebor Peña has advice for his younger teammates who must decide soon whether to stay at Penn State and play for new coach Matt Campbell or look for opportunities elsewhere. The senior receiver transferred to Penn State in May after ...

Wild Things hire pitching coach

The Wild Things will have a new pitching coach in 2026. The Frontier League team announced Wednesday that they have hired Josh Flowerman to fill the role. The Wild Things had a pair of pitching coaches last year. Hector Nelo began the season in the role, but he and the Wild Things parted ...

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OP-ED: Random thoughts about man’s stupidity

I am only 18 months away from turning 80, and truthfully, the way things are going, if seven more of my classmates pass away, I could end up being the valedictorian of my high school class. One thing I’ve consistently observed in life is the ongoing display of consistency that humankind ...

Living

Roasted lamb is a classic entree

Certain dishes call to mind family meals on Sunday evenings. Though families have their own unique traditions, particularly during the holiday season, some dishes have transcended family lines and become go-to entrees for holiday hosts. Roast lamb certainly falls into that category. Holiday ...

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