Ray Rettger and Carl Carlson with Journey Health and Marcie Norcross, manager of Bradford VFW Post 212.

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Local News

December 19, 2025

Heroes gather Toys for Tots

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Some special heroes have been extra busy this year, helping Santa out by gathering Toys for Tots. Me...

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Social Security Matters: Why can’t I receive benefits?

December 19, 2025

DEAR RUSTY: I called the Social Security office, as well as went with my husband when he went to collect his Social Security. Because I work full-time...

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Business, Local News

The Guidance Center holds annual meeting

December 19, 2025

The Guidance Center (TGC) held its annual board meeting Dec. 9 at the agency’s Community and Training Center on West Washington Street in Bradford. Bo...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

Pa. attorney general vows to defend state AI laws

December 19, 2025

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday "said he would defend any artificial intelligence regulations passed by the General Assembly from Trump admi...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

Australia banned kids from social media — shouldn’t we all?

By ROBIN ABCARIAN Los Angeles Times

December 19, 2025

LOS ANGELES (TNS) — Last week, Australia became the first country in the world to enact a social media ban for kids under 16. As the children of Oz we...

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Local News

McKean County Veterans Affairs office temporarily closed

December 19, 2025

SMETHPORT — Commissioners announced the McKean County Veterans Affairs office will be temporarily closed, until Jan 19 due to a staffing transition. D...

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