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Every fall, our health officials begin their public service announcements about how important it is to get a flu shot around this time of year.In light of the overlap in symptoms between the flu and COVID-19, we hope people listen a little closer to what they have to say.Last year, according to ...

Perryopolis man honored for safe truck driving

Keith Russell of Perryopolis has been recognized by the owner-operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) for 36 years of safe, accident-free driving of a commercial tractor-trailer.The OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program is sponsored by Shell Rotella and is designed to recognize and reward ...

State better be ready for Election Day

A short ballot will greet voters here and across Pennsylvania on Nov. 3.Voters who go to the polls that day, as well as those who choose to make their selections by way of a mail-in or absentee ballot, will have little difficulty navigating the actual process of responsible decision-making.The ...

State parks should remain free

The Laurel Highlands was named the third best destination in the U.S. to view the beautiful leaves of the fall season.But if you plan on doing that at Ohiopyle State Park in Fayette County, one state representative thinks you ought to pony up some dough for the privilege.A bill before the state ...

No one will ever claim that Americans lack sufficient zeal when it comes to their jobs.The United States has been called “the most overworked nation in the world.” We’re on the clock for close to 500 hours more than French workers, 260 more than the British and 137 more than the Japanese. ...

Keep school students safe by obeying the law

This school year is already rife with stressors.Between the potential for students to shift between learning models, parents’ concerns about child care, and the struggles teachers will have ensuring educational benchmarks are met, the 2020-21 school year is sure to present many challenges.And ...