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An ‘exorcising of demons’

Many people think writing a book is driven by lightning bolts of inspiration that propel an author forward. Katherine Mansfield isn’t one of them. “There are definitely points when something comes out of the ether and rests on your brain … but I think true creativity is just ...

Commissioners approve formation of committee to review opioid grants

The Washington County commissioners are forming a committee to review applications from organizations seeking grants from the nationwide opioid settlement. The board voted unanimously during its Thursday meeting to create the “Opioid Advisory Committee” that will be tasked with evaluating ...

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Cal men earn pair of weekend road victories

Observer-Reporter One was more straight forward and the other was very dramatic, but the California men’s basketball team left Central Pennsylvania with a pair of victories this weekend. The Vulcans beat Mansfield 93-70 Sunday one day after Antonie Arnett made a game-winning jumper with ...

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Pitt thumps Penn State in renewal of rivalry

Associated Press HERSHEY, Pa. — Freshman Roman Siulepa scored a season-high 28 points and Pitt cruised to an 80-46 victory over Penn State on Sunday at Giant Center. Siupela made 10 of 16 shots, including 5 of 6 from 3-point range, for the Panthers (7-6) in the first matchup between the ...

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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 ...

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An ‘exorcising of demons’

Many people think writing a book is driven by lightning bolts of inspiration that propel an author forward. Katherine Mansfield isn’t one of them. “There are definitely points when something comes out of the ether and rests on your brain … but I think true creativity is just ...

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