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America250PA tour hits McKean County, kicks off semiquincentennial
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Sara Furlong 
Jan 30, 2026
SMETHPORT — McKean County marked the start of Pennsylvania’s Semiquincentennial year this week as America250PA brought its statewide County Kick‑Off T...
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Northeast clings to population five years after pandemic
Nation & World, PA State News
By CHRISTEN SMITH The Center Square 
Jan 29, 2026
(The Center Square) – Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic rocked the nation, population in most Northeastern states has leveled out, climbing above...
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State Police unveil advanced patrol vehicle upgrades
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For enhanced safety and visibility
Jan 29, 2026
HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) unveiled a series of enhancements to their patrol vehicles that significantly improve visibility duri...
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The critters are all right
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At the Pittsburgh Zoo
By MARY ANN THOMAS  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 
Jan 29, 2026
(TNS) — Ungodly frigid temperatures and a record-breaking snowfall stopped many Pittsburghers in their tracks. Meanwhile, at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aqua...
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Red Cross seeks disaster volunteers
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Jan 29, 2026
The American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania is seeking volunteers to support communities affected by disasters, from local home fires to large‑scal...
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