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Letters To The Editor

Address prison guard shortage

As a state lawmaker, IÎÞëÊÓƵ™m very concerned with the alarming number of vacancies in our commonwealthÎÞëÊÓƵ™s prison system, and the number is only growing.The latest numbers from the Department of Corrections reveal there are 901 vacancies for corrections officers, positions that keep our prisons ...

A salute to our veterans

On Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who have served in the armed forces, protecting this country and its ideals of freedom and democracy.I am particularly intrigued by the veterans who answered their countryÎÞëÊÓƵ™s call in World War II. They are pictured on small banners displayed on ...

Support a caregiver

November is National AlzheimerÎÞëÊÓƵ™s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month, offering an important reminder to support all Pennsylvania caregivers.As an AlzheimerÎÞëÊÓƵ™s Association volunteer and board member, I understand the challenges Pennsylvania caregivers are facing. Here ...

In defense of fairness, justice

On Sept. 22, I spoke at the Uniontown City Council meeting. I am excited to share that democracy won that night!I spoke out in defense of fairness and justice for public transparency and constituent respect; other residents and property owners challenged the policies and practices of the public ...

I read with great interest Pennsylvania state Sen. Pat Stefano's recent column on the business climate in Pennsylvania.Stefano referred to the impact of inflation on families and claimed the problem is "free money," such as the student loan forgiveness implemented by President Biden. But ...

Business park expansion progressing

The Fayette County Business Park Expansion Project is currently in the planning phase, with rapid progress being made monthly.The Redevelopment Authority of the County of Fayette (RDA) closed on the property in September 2021, acquiring almost 60 acres from Mount Saint Macrina in North Union ...