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America 250 PA kicks off yearlong celebration of semiquincentennial

With the Fourth of July in our rearview mirror, all eyes are now looking ahead and counting down the days to America’s 250th birthday next year. And what better place to celebrate America’s independence than in Pennsylvania, where it all began when the nation’s founders convened in ...

‘Phones down, eyes up’: Play it safe in the pool this summer

With the recent sweltering heat, local swimming pools are getting a lot of use this summer. For those planning a dip in the water with family, it’s important to know how everyone can stay safe. Autumn McLaughlin is the aquatics director for the British Swim School, which offers swim ...

Two vehicle accident in South Strabane sends six to hospitals

Six people were taken to hospitals after a two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon on Interstate 79 in South Strabane Township. Jordan Cramer, South Strabane fire chief, said the accident occurred at about 2:20 p.m. near mile marker 39 on the interstate. One vehicle had five occupants ...

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2 Wild Things chosen for FL all-star game

Their hitting has carried the Wild Things to within a half-game of first place in the Central Division, so it was fitting that two of Washington’s hitters were chosen for the Frontier League All-Star Game that will be played July 16 at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, N.Y., home of the ...

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Royals hit 4 home runs, beat Pirates

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez hit two of Kansas City's four home runs to back a strong start by rookie Noah Cameron, and the Royals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-3 on Monday night. Cameron (3-4) struck out seven in a season-high seven innings. The left-hander ...

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Van Gisbergen dominates streets of Chicago again

Associated Press CHICAGO — Shane van Gisbergen completed a sweep on the Chicago Street Course on Sunday, winning the NASCAR Cup Series race on the tricky downtown circuit. It was van Gisbergen's second victory of the season and his third career Cup win. The Trackhouse Racing driver also ...

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OP-ED: Eighteen holes of fun … or not

They built a golf course all around my grandparents' house. The 18th fairway nearly cut through their backyard, and until we put wire grates over the windows, flying glass and golf balls were a common threat. Dad attempted to play golf a few times. As a little kid, he had fallen off a horse. ...

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Make smart swaps for heart-healthy meals

(Family Features) Rising food costs can make healthy eating a challenge for many families. In fact, a poll conducted by Research America found about 60% of Americans cite the cost of healthy food as their single biggest barrier to achieving better nutrition. "Food is deeply rooted to family ...

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