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Women’s Club offering three scholarships

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The Woman's Club of Warren is offering three merit-based scholarships at $2,500 each for any post secondary education for citizens of Warren County. People of all ages are encouraged to apply, including non-traditional students. The club has a long history of giving out these ...

Erie woman jailed on drug charges

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An Erie woman faces a felony drug charge as well as a violation of the state’s conceal carry laws after a traffic stop Sunday in Youngsville. Amanda A.S. Johnson, 36, of Erie was charged by Youngsville police officers with felony manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to ...

Howard understands uphill battle for state House seat

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The Pennsylvania State House 65th District seat has been in Republican control since Republican Jim Lynch defeated Democrat Curt Bowley in 1992. It's an uphill battle for any Democratic candidate, but Destiny Howard believes this just might be her … well, destiny. Howard made news earlier ...

Legalizing marijuana still dividing state government

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If Pennsylvania decides to legalize recreational marijuana, which government agency should run the show? Gov. Josh Shapiro's proposed budget for 2026-27 anticipates lawmakers will legalize it and $729 million in new revenue will be generated next fiscal year. But his last budget contained a ...

As demand for GLP-1 drugs surge, healthy habits are still key

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Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF. Just since January, more ...

Meet Your Neighbor Monday: Local duo Daughters of Thunder rocks

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Editor’s Note: This article is part of the “Meet Your Neighbor Monday” series, highlighting the stories of individuals who make Warren County a special place to live. If you have a suggestion for a person to profile, email jrex@timesobserver.com “Daughters of Thunder” are bringing ...