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September 4, 2026

Hidden cost of massive national debt

The national debt isn’t just a big number. It’s a major anchor on economic growth. On Tuesday, T...

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Social Security Matters: Why change the ‘Ponzi scam’ now?

By RUSSELL GLOOR

September 4, 2026

DEAR RUSTY: Maybe everybody has the same reaction that I do to Social Security insolvency. I do not understand a system that has been basically run li...

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Kuchinka sentencing set for Oct. 5

September 4, 2026

SMETHPORT — Sentencing has been scheduled for Oct. 5 for a Port Allegany man convicted of first-degree murder in the February 2025 shooting death of K...

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National diesel average reaches record $5.85

September 4, 2026

Diesel fuel was selling for $6.199 per gallon Friday at a local Crosby’s station as the national average reached a record high. GasBuddy reported Frid...

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Local oil purchasers increase prices

September 4, 2026

Two local oil purchasers have increased the price they will pay for Penn grade crude oil. Effective Thursday, American Refining Group and Ergon Oil Pu...

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Renewable natural gas facility begins operations at McKean Landfill

September 4, 2026

MOUNT JEWETT — A renewable natural gas production facility has begun operating at the McKean Landfill, according to a report by Vermont Business Magaz...

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