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Our Opinion

Our opinion: Pa. stepping up animal protections

Over the years, television has provided an accurate perspective of the problem — “affliction” sometimes might be the better descriptive word — of hoarding. We’re referring to people who have, in essence, ruined their lives, homes and also, perhaps, relationships because of having ...

Our opinion: E-bike proposal is a worthy compromise

There have been several proposals in the state Legislature over the past few years that would increase oversight of electric bicycles. But the best, in our opinion, is a relatively simple proposal from House Rep. Jill Cooper, R-Export, who is drafting legislation that would give local ...

Our opinion: Rural tax base needs protection

One thing is clear from the recent state state Senate Game and Fisheries Committee public hearing on the state Game Commission’s land acquisition policy - rural areas are struggling as their tax base erodes from expanding public land acquisition. Local government officials know there are ...

Our opinion: How long is Warren Worx leash?

There have been some successes over the past year under the Warren Worx umbrella. Kinzua Rocks the Wake, which has included Warren Worx, was an unquestioned success. The event could return next fall. Bringing back a rib festival to downtown Warren will be a nice event to get people out and ...

Our opinion: Mixed drinks on tap worth agreement

Nothing, in our opinion, should proceed through the state Legislature until Pennsylvania’s budget is approved. But, state lawmakers continue debating and passing bills nonetheless. Some of those political bills stand no chance of making it to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk. Others have ...

Editor’s corner: It’s full speed ahead for roundabout projects

Before its opening in 2023, a proposed roundabout in the city at Pennsylvania Avenue and Market Street was a hotly contested topic with plenty of opposition. But there were statistics on the side of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation when it was constructed. Last month, PennDOT ...