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Opinion

The square wheels of justice

Letters

To the editor: In a glaring example of how “transparently” the Trump Department of Justice goes about its nefarious missions of retribution at the behests of the President, special prosecutor Jack Smith has been subpoenaed by Republican Jim Jordan of the House Judiciary Committee to ...

Girls’ wrestling now fastest-growing sport in the country

Columns

When Ben Fallon was growing up in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, all he ever wanted to do was play football. Fallon was in fourth grade, and in Western Pennsylvania, pretty much every boy wants to play football. However, his parents had some strong feelings about that sport. “My parents ...

Very young kids dealing with trauma

Columns

What bad things could possibly happen to children in their first five years of life? What dramatic experiences could possibly happen to a child between birth and 5 years old? It turns out that there are many situations that can expose young children to trauma. Early victimization that can ...

Hey Brad, please talk to me

Letters

To the editor: I’ve been trying for a year to catch the attention of First District Congressman Brad Finstad.  I’ve called all of his district offices, leaving voice messages and messages with his phone answerers.  Ditto for his Washington DC office. Twice I have been hung up on.  ...

Look for the beauty around you

Columns

Dear Annie: I have lost most of my family and many close friends, and I struggle with depression myself. There are days when the silence in my house feels almost too loud. Over time, I have learned how to be alone without completely falling apart. I have a pet who has been a lifeline for me. ...

Shovel and cold-weather safety – avoiding winter injuries

Columns

The winter season has begun, and our area has the snow to prove it. To help make this winter a safe one, read on for tips on shoveling and cold-weather safety. Keeping sidewalks and driveways clear of snow and ice is an important part of winter safety, but it can be hard work. Before heading ...