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New Era for the Canucks: Garland’s Move to Columbus

March 6, 2026

Vancouver traded winger Conor Garland to the Columbus Blue Jackets for a 2028 second‑round pick and a 2026 third‑round pick. Garland, who signed a six‑year deal with the Canucks last summer that runs through 2032 and carries a $6 million cap hit, has seen his role shift as the team moves toward rebu

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Light‑Heavyweight Clash: Prochazka vs. Ulberg at UFC 327

February 28, 2026

The main attraction of UFC 327 in Miami is a fight for the light‑heavyweight title between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg. The championship will be contested after Alex Pereira steps away from the belt, likely to pursue a move into the heavyweight division. Prochazka, who has held the title onc

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Boxing Meets Kickboxing: Usyk Faces Verhoeven at the Pyramids

February 28, 2026

A heavyweight showdown is on the horizon, with Oleksandr Usyk set to defend his WBC crown against kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven on May 23. The fight will take place in a dramatic setting: the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt. Usyk has been on a winning streak since July 2025, when he knocked out Daniel Dub

crime

Police and Court Actions in February: A Quick Look

February 27, 2026

The state prison system is looking into an inmate who attacked a civilian counselor and a correction officer on Monday at Lakeview Shock Correctional Facility, sending both staff to the hospital. At Niagara County, Sheriff’s deputies charged 33‑year‑old Eric M. Mende after he crashed into a patro

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Park Chan‑Wook to Lead 2026 Cannes Jury

February 26, 2026

The 79th Cannes Film Festival, set for May 12–23, will be guided by South Korean director Park Chan‑Wook as jury president. He joins the ranks of past leaders such as Juliette Binoche, who chaired 2025’s jury when Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi received the Palme d’Or after a fifteen‑year absence.

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Top Athletes of the Week in Section V

February 23, 2026

The spotlight shines on high‑school sports stars from Section V, and this week’s fan vote decides who gets the title of Faber Builders Boys Sports Athlete of the Week for February 16‑22. The voting window closes at 8 p. m. Wednesday, and the winner will be revealed on Instagram Thursday morning. Sp

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A Year in Pixels: The Story Behind the Lens

February 16, 2026

Photography is more than just clicking a button. It's about capturing stories, emotions, and moments. For a group of dedicated photographers, this is a daily mission. They are not just taking pictures. They are documenting life, one day at a time. Meet the team behind the lens. Derek, Joed, Joshua,

crime

A Political Argument Turns Violent: Teen Left Injured

February 12, 2026

In Wilmington, Illinois, a heated debate about politics took a dark turn when a 47-year-old woman, Tara Heine, allegedly attacked a 15-year-old girl. The incident, which happened on Super Bowl Sunday, left the teenager with visible injuries and Heine facing serious charges. Heine has been in and ou

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Tom Aspinall’s Double Eye Operation: What Happened and Why It Matters

February 11, 2026

Tom Aspinall, the UFC heavyweight champion, recently underwent a significant medical procedure that many fans did not expect. He had to have surgery on both eyes, an uncommon move for a fighter who relies on vision to gauge distance and timing. The operation was scheduled after doctors noticed probl

education

Expanding Early Learning: Nine New Centers Open Across Central Pennsylvania

February 10, 2026

In late September, a local early‑education provider announced the launch of nine fresh learning hubs spread across Lebanon, Dauphin and York counties. The new sites include 817 E. Arch St. in Palmyra, 88 S. Hershey Road and 391 Schaffner Drive in West Hanover Township, 5120 Lancaster St. in Swatara