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Mar 20 2026SPORTS

How Penn State Became a Wrestling Powerhouse

Penn State’s wrestling team is aiming for its 13th NCAA title this weekend, but the path to that goal isn’t just about training hard. It starts with a coach who grew up in Utah among four brothers and a father‑coach, learning early that wrestling is as much about character as it is about technique.

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Pharmacies Vanishing: Why Pennsylvania Must Act Fast

Pennsylvania is losing more than a thousand pharmacies since 2020, turning towns and suburbs into “pharmacy deserts. ” When a pharmacy closes, residents must drive farther for medicine, vaccines, and advice from trusted experts. Missing doses or delayed treatment can lead to serious health problems.

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Mar 12 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch: Pennsylvania Faces Strong Winds and Possible Tornadoes

Pennsylvania’s weather is looking rough today. Most of the state faces a threat from severe storms, especially strong winds that can damage property and trees. The only safe spots are the far northeast counties like Wayne and Pike, where no severe weather is expected. In the southwestern two‑thirds

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Rail Merge Threatens Pennsylvania’s Rural Economy

Pennsylvania owns a lot of trees, farms and minerals. The state also has many factories that rely on trains to move goods. Railroads are a key part of the U. S. economy. A single freight train can carry what fifty trucks would move, so it saves money and cuts road traffic. Union Pacific and No

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Feb 26 2026FINANCE

Penn Shares Jump After Strong Q4 Results

Penn Entertainment’s stock rose sharply on Thursday as the company announced its fourth‑quarter earnings. The report showed a surprise profit, with adjusted earnings per share at 7 cents versus analysts’ expectation of a 5‑cent loss. Revenue also beat estimates, reaching $1. 80 billion against a for

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

A Close Shave and a Senior Send-Off: Staten Island's Hoops Highlights

Staten Island Academy's boys' basketball team faced a tough loss in the ACIS Championship, falling to Dwight School by just three points. The Tigers, who entered the tournament as the second seed, put up a good fight, especially after being down by 14 points in the second half. They managed to take

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Pennsylvania's Gas Industry Under Fire: A Closer Look at New Regulations

Pennsylvania's natural gas industry is facing tough new rules. These rules are said to protect the environment. But many think they will hurt the industry. The rules would make it harder to drill for gas. They would increase the distance between gas wells and buildings, water supplies, and other imp

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Jan 26 2026WEATHER

Staten Island Braces for Flooding After Snowfall

Staten Island and parts of Queens are on high alert due to a coastal flood advisory. This warning comes after a recent snowfall, with the worst expected early Monday morning. The concern is minor flooding, with water levels possibly rising up to six inches above normal. Residents are being told to

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

Staten Island's Electoral Boundaries: A Fight for Power or Fairness?

Staten Island has long been a challenging area for Democrats. Over the past 40 years, only two Democrats have secured the congressional seat, and their victories were short-lived. Now, Democrats are advocating for a change in district boundaries, arguing that it's about fairness. A judge recently r

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Jan 23 2026FINANCE

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway: What's Next?

Berkshire Hathaway, the giant company led by Warren Buffett, is at a big turning point. Buffett is now 92 years old. People wonder what will happen when he steps down. The company has a huge impact on the stock market. It owns many businesses and lots of stocks. But can it keep growing without Buffe

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