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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

February 17, 2026

Social Security recipients deserve cost-of-living hike equal to that of Pa. officials

LANCESTER (TNS) — Gov. Josh Shapiro and other top government officials in Pennsylvania received a ...

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Still standing

February 17, 2026

Back in the day, the Pittsburg, Shawmut & Northern Railroad crossed the Allegheny River near Bullis Mills in Eldred Township. This pier is all that re...

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Local News, PA State News

Unclaimed property could be returned to you

February 17, 2026

HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity encourages Pennsylvanians to find their perfect match this Valentine’s season in the form of unclaim...

Local News

SMETHPORT: Meat raffle supports Hubber Band trip

By SAVANNAH BARR s.barr@bradfordera.com

February 17, 2026

SMETHPORT – Supporting student musicians can be as simple as buying a raffle ticket. A community meat raffle set Feb. 28 aims to support the arts, ens...

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Business, Local News

No change posted for local oil purchasers

February 17, 2026

There was no change posted in the price two local oil purchasers will pay for Penn grade crude oil. As of Monday, American Refining Group and Ergon Oi...

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Lifestyles

Cleaning hard-to-reach areas

February 17, 2026

Dear Heloise: When cleaning small or hard-to-reach areas, I rely on a handheld vacuum with a brush attachment. Using the brush helps loosen dust, whil...

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