Home News Gas prices near $4, lawmakers float gas tax suspension

As gasoline prices continue to rise, the debate over Pennsylvania’s 57.6‑cent‑per‑gallon tax resurfaced in Harrisburg.

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March 25, 2026

Gas prices near $4, lawmakers float gas tax suspension

By SARA FURLONG

s.furlong@bradfordera.com

Gasoline prices jumped sharply across Western Pennsylvania this week as statewide and national avera...

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Mother wants nothing to do with son’s new flame

March 25, 2026

DEAR ABBY: Seven months ago, my son filed for divorce from his wife of 22 years. Three months ago, he introduced us to "Carlene." Abby, the woman has ...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

Feds bought golf carts for $8.4 million

March 24, 2026

The federal government spent $8.4 million on purchases that included golf carts in fiscal year 2025, according to spending records obtained by Open th...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

A megabucks bailout is brewing for Big Ag as the farm economy struggles

March 24, 2026

The White House has scheduled a party for Friday and you, taxpayer, will be picking up the check — in more ways than one. The Celebration of Agricultu...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

Just getting started at Second Harvest Food Bank of NW Pa.

By GREGORY D. HALL

March 24, 2026

ERIE — When I stepped into the role of CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania last year, I understood the scale of the mission. I d...

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Local News

THINGS TO DO: Music, egg hunts, fishing and fun

By SAVANNAH BARR s.barr@bradfordera.com

March 24, 2026

A mix of live music, family-friendly activities and seasonal events are planned across the region this week. SILENT READING PARTY will take place from...

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