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July 27, 2026

New Pa. law makes developers pay to decommission solar panels on rented land

By LAUREN JESSOP The Center Square

HARRISBURG — As large-scale solar projects become a growing part of Pennsylvania’s energy mix, p...

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Poll: Affordability, jobs and economy top concerns for nearly 6 in 10 voters

By LAUREN JESSOP The Center Square

October 27, 2026

(The Center Square) – A new survey of registered voters in Pennsylvania found that nearly 60% believe the commonwealth is on the wrong track, with aff...

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Youth EMS volunteer restrictions eased in Pennsylvania

By LAUREN JESSOP The Center Square

October 26, 2026

(The Center Square) – A bill easing restrictions on youth emergency services volunteers was among 58 measures recently signed into law by Gov. Josh Sh...

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New rule would switch customers back to default utility supplier

By LAUREN JESSOP The Center Square

October 22, 2026

(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania utility regulators are expected to decide soon on a proposal that has sparked a dispute over consumer protections, ...

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School bus violations rise during statewide enforcement effort

November 10, 2026

Pennsylvania law enforcement agencies and school districts reported 196 school bus stopping violations during this year's Operation Safe Stop, up from...

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PennDOT seeks input on statewide freight plan

November 10, 2026

PennDOT is seeking public input on its draft 2050 Freight Movement Plan, which outlines strategies to improve the transportation of goods and support ...

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SMETHPORT: Blood drive scheduled Nov. 19

November 10, 2026

SMETHPORT — Community Blood Bank will hold a blood drive from 2 to 6 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Smethport Fire Department. Donors will receive a crewneck swe...

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ULYSSES: NoPo announces first honor rolls

November 10, 2026

ULYSSES — Northern Potter Junior-Senior High School Principal Sherri Blackwell announced the honor rolls for the first marking period of the 2026-27 s...

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New defense industry chapter to serve western Pennsylvania

November 10, 2026

A new chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) will serve western Pennsylvania, connecting regional businesses with opportunities...

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