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New polling reveals that particularly younger Americans are willing to embrace changes to shore up Social Security for the long term. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Business, Lifestyle, Lifestyles

April 17, 2026

Social Security Matters: Must I set up account to enroll in Medicare?

DEAR RUSTY: I turn 65 this November. Someone told me I need to set up a Social Security account at l...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

Why high earners are leaving Pa.

By ATHAN KOUTSIOUROUMBAS RealClearPennsylvania

April 17, 2026

If you want to understand where Pennsylvania’s economy is headed, don’t start with GDP or job reports. Start with a different number: $2.3 billion. Th...

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Comment & Opinion, Opinion

Next energy shock could be worse

By MATTHEW KANDRACH

April 17, 2026

With each visit to the gas pump, Americans are beginning to see the limits of “energy dominance.” Despite the United States being the world’s largest ...

Business, Local News

OLEAN: JCC Workforce Development offers retirement planning course

April 17, 2026

OLEAN, N.Y. — SUNY Jamestown Community College Workforce Development will offer a two-session retirement planning course in May designed to help peopl...

Business, Local News

Spherion Bradford earns President’s Award for double‑digit growth

April 17, 2026

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting in Bradford has been awarded the company’s President’s Award, recognizing the office as one of the top performers amo...

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Volunteer Recognition Day: Celebrating those who give back

April 17, 2026

April 20 marks Volunteer Recognition Day, a time to recognize and celebrate those who generously give their time, talents and energy to make a differe...

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