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November 3, 2026

Put principles before party loyalty

American politics has become a test of allegiance. Candidates must defend their party’s nominee, v...

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Round the Square

‘Round the Square: ‘I might just fade into Bolivian’

November 5, 2026

SPEECH: We've shared some malapropisms in previous columns, but we came across some more that gave us a laugh. We must confess, though, for this first...

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Football, Local Sports

District IX All-Star teams announced by Region

By JO WANKEL - Era Sports Writer

November 4, 2026

Smethport had three players recognized and Coach Ryan Yingling taking Coach of the Year honors in Region 4 for 2026. Meanwhile for Region 2, Port Alle...

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Local Sports, Volleyball

Port Allegany volleyball banquet

Jo Wankel

November 4, 2026

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Basketball, Local Sports

Fretz Lady Owls sweep Kane

November 4, 2026

The Fretz Lady Owls continued their strong play Wednesday evening, sweeping Kane in junior high girls basketball action. The 7th grade Lady Owls turne...

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Football, National Sports

Steelers’ 1st half is worthy of praise, not hyperbole

By TIM BENZ, The Tribune-Review, Greensburg (TNS)

November 4, 2026

In the days since the Pittsburgh Steelers' 27-6 victory over Cleveland, I've heard many people say, "You can't ask for more than 6-2 at the bye." This...

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