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State Police Receive award for Rapid DNA program

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The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) has been recognized by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) with the August Vollmer Leadership in Forensic Science Award for its innovative statewide Rapid DNA program. The award recognizes law enforcement agencies that demonstrate proactive and innovative use of forensic technologies to advance criminal investigations and strengthen the collection, analysis, and use of evidence. The award is named for August Vollmer, often referred to as the “Father of American Policing,” who advocated for the use of forensic science and ...

District considers grants for student resources

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The Warren County School District is pursuing four grant opportunities for the 2026-27 school year to support student access to menstrual products, braille instruction, career and technical education equipment and classroom projects. The grants were presented during the district’s board meeting, with administrators recommending approval of the funding allocations and applications. The grants include funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Health for feminine hygiene products. The district is scheduled to receive $6,676.28 for the Warren County School District and an ...

Affordability, jobs top concerns, poll finds

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A new survey of registered voters in Pennsylvania found that nearly 60% believe the commonwealth is on the wrong track, with affordability dominating their concerns. The results were discussed during a recent media call examining the issues driving voters’ concerns and their support for proposed policy reforms. The poll, commissioned by the Commonwealth Foundation and conducted by Public Opinion Strategies, surveyed Pennsylvania voters to gauge support for reforms included in the foundation’s latest Better Pennsylvania Agenda, a 25-point policy plan focused on tax reform, ...

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Two exhibits on display at the Crary Art Gallery will close this weekend. The “Timelessness” exhibit currently on display is by artist Anne Cutri, an artist from Erie who, during the opening weekend for the exhibit, shared about how she looked at art therapy. A process called ...

Bills' Brady questions NFL disciplinary process

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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills coach Joe Brady on Wednesday questioned the NFL's disciplinary process for relying on hearsay without substantiated proof in the wake of special teams player Sam Franklin successfully appealing his one-game suspension for allegedly spitting at an opponent. "An accusation on a player without evidence, and being hearsay, I think it sets a bad precedent," Brady said as the AFC East-leading Bills (5-1) returned from their bye week to prepare to host Baltimore (4-3) on Sunday. "It's unfortunate that his name gets thrown out there. It's unfortunate ...

Audubon offers opportunity for homeschoolers

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Through exploration and hands-on learning, children ages 5–10 can join Audubon Community Nature Center’s (ACNC) new Nature Connections. This monthly program is offered with homeschooled students and families in mind, though others are welcome. Beginning Wednesday, from 1 to 2 p.m. on ...