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Celebrating Northwest Pennsylvania High School Sports Stars

July 24, 2026

The high school sports awards in Northwest Pennsylvania have wrapped up, with plaques handed out over the last few weeks. The Erie Times‑News highlighted District 10 athletes of the year for each sport, plus major team and individual honors. Cathedral Prep captured the Varsity Cup for large sc

weather

Heavy Rain Hits New Jersey, Leaving Thousands Without Power

July 19, 2026

New Jersey experienced a stormy Saturday with intense showers that flooded streets and knocked out electricity for many households. The National Weather Service reported that some towns received more than three inches of rain, the highest amounts in the state. South River topped the list with 3. 47

weather

Heat, Smoke and Storms: New Jersey’s Unpredictable Weather Day

July 16, 2026

The day starts with a haze that is more than just heat. Smoke from distant fires drifts over the state, making it harder to see and raising concerns about breathing air. Even though temperatures won’t match yesterday’s peak, they will still feel hot, especially in Camden, Gloucester, Mercer and th

education

Can young kids learn AI without staring at screens all day?

June 22, 2026

Eight-year-old Matthew didn’t sit in front of a computer when he first tried AI. Instead, he grabbed a pencil and worked with friends to brainstorm a song for their youth center’s end-of-program party. Together they chose a piano tune and wrote lyrics about an island celebration. Their instructor la

finance

The quiet shift from wild crypto dreams to familiar financial rules

June 14, 2026

For a long time, crypto fans talked big about breaking free from old-school finance. They wanted everything decentralized and free from banks or governments. But now, some experts say the next big step for crypto might look a lot like the systems we already use. David Mercer, who runs a big trading

celebrities

The Missing Voice of New Pop Stars

May 29, 2026

Joan Ba E Bae, a singer who has mixed music with protest for more than half a century, recently voiced frustration about a trend she sees in the pop world. She says that while many young musicians are creating great songs, only a few are using their fame to speak about the world’s problems. In an

opinion

Free Meals for All Kids? A Question About Fairness

May 26, 2026

The governor once promised to fix school funding and help kids start learning early. He said he would give more money to poor districts and improve reading and math for all children. Those promises sounded hopeful. After a year in office, the plan changed. The governor cut money that helps low‑inco

entertainment

Birthdays to Celebrate on May 22, 2026

May 23, 2026

May 22, 2026 brings a mix of familiar faces turning another year older. Among them are Ginnifer Goodwin at 48 and Maggie Q at 47, both known for roles in popular shows and movies. Goodwin has built a strong fanbase from her work in both live-action and animated series, while Q has appeared in action

weather

Heat Wave Forces Schools to Cut Days

May 20, 2026

The summer heat in New Jersey has become so intense that several schools are shortening their days. Teachers and students alike will leave school early on Wednesday because the temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 90s. This follows a very hot Tuesday, and high humidity has made the h

entertainment

Laughs on the Road: Larry The Cable Guy Leads New Clip Show

May 6, 2026

Larry The Cable Guy is set to host a fresh comedy series called “American Mayhem, ” which will debut in the fall as part of a syndicated lineup. The show is produced by V10 Entertainment and will be distributed through CBS Media Ventures, with an initial run of 52 weekly episodes. The series will