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Our Opinion

Our opinion: Virtual Academy brings hope

For all of the consternation and discussion we have heard over the years, there are really only two ways for the Warren County School District to solve its budget problems - cut expenses to live within its means or grow its revenue to pay for its expenses. We’ve heard a lot about cuts, and ...

Our opinion: Explanation needed on Medicare

At the time when Congress launched the Medicare Advantage program concept several decades ago, the theory in place was insurers would make Medicare more efficient, have an incentive to keep patients healthier and probably save money for the government in the process. Those at the forefront of ...

Our opinion: Finding energy at the market

Warren’s downtown farmer’s market is off to a flying start. Market organizers say it’s about to get even better. Twenty-eight vendors signed up for the farmer’s market a couple of weeks ago, with board members expecting more to sign up in coming weeks as the planting season turns to ...

Our opinion: A proper pace on environment

Most Americans would agree with initiatives to help the environment. Here in Pennsylvania, we are surrounded by natural wonders. But going too fast has some pitfalls as can be seen in neighboring New York state. So we’re urging caution after last week’s announcement by Gov.Josh Shapiro. ...

Our opinion: Cutting DEP backlog is only the first step

We are glad the state Department of Environmental Protection has significantly cut its backlog of applicants awaiting permits. We also believe more needs to be done. As The Center Square’s Anthony Hennen reported recently, from December of 2023 to the end of June, DEP reduced the number ...

Our opinion: Carbon capture bill a smart step

State Sen. Gene Yaw’s legislation for state oversight of “carbon capture” technology is an important step in the right direction. As Yaw said, “it’s a pragmatic solution to a problem we all want to solve — reducing our carbon emissions without crippling the reliability of our ...