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Bert & Ernie emus flew their coop in Windsor Twp. Both now captured
Hersey said she bought two emus – one named Bert and one named Ernie – a few months ago from a man who offered them for sale for a low price. Ernie is more docile, while Bert tends to be more scatterbrained.
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House takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadership
Overpowering Speaker Mike Johnson, a bipartisan coalition in the House voted Wednesday to push forward a measure that would revive an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowered health insurance costs for roughly 22 million people, but that had expired last month.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ceases operations in order to break union
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette owners’ decision to cease operations on May 3, 2026, comes after the US Supreme Court denied their appeal to stay a lower court order, forcing them to compensate striking workers.
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Will labor unions propel Josh Shapiro to reelection victory?
Labor leaders remain optimistic that Gov. Josh Shapiro will be able to once again win Pennsylvania’s union voters at a time when Democrats have struggled to garner their support.
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It’s Girl Scout Cookie season. Where to buy them in Pennsylvania
While S’mores and Toast-Yays have been retired, there’s a new cookie this year, Exploremores, a rocky road ice cream-inspired sandwich cookie with flavors of chocolate, marshmallow, and toasted almond crème.
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Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro has $30 million for his reelection bid, a new state record
Pennsylvania has emerged as the nation’s premier presidential battleground state, and Shapiro’s strong showing in the 2022 governor’s race elevated his profile within the Democratic Party, where he’s viewed as a potential 2028 White House contender.
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Joseph McGettigan, prosecutor in Jerry Sandusky and John du Pont cases, dies at 76
McGettigan, who lived in the Philadelphia suburb of Media, died on Dec. 31, according to the funeral home Boyd Horrox Givnish Life Celebration Home of East Norriton.
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Hanover’s Eagle Castings facility closing with 73 layoffs
Eagle Castings, operated by First Brands Group, LLC., in the 400 block of East Middle Street in Hanover, will begin the process of closing on Feb. 27, 2026, according to the WARN notice issued at the end of Dec. 2025.
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Shawnee Mountain celebrates 50 years with retro anniversary bash
The family-operated ski area marked its 50th anniversary in 2025, and this January will be honoring five decades of skiers, riders and staff who’ve helped shape Shawnee into a Pocono staple since opening in 1975.
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How Beaver County groups can join America’s 250th birthday celebration
Grant applications are due Jan. 31 for the Beaver County America250 Grant Program, which will offer grant funding to projects that celebrate the nation’s birthday through activities that educate, bring communities together, inspire youth and promote Beaver County in 2026.
