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Dec 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Pittsburgh's Stars Shine Bright in The Nutcracker

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

How Bridgestone is Changing Lives in Akron

Bridgestone Americas is making a big difference in Akron, Nashville, and Cleveland. They have teamed up with United Way to tackle serious issues like hunger and homelessness. Since 2015, they have raised over $17 million for United Way in these cities. But Bridgestone didn't stop at fundraising. Th

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

The Silent Heroes: Why We Need Police

People often forget how important police are. Think about places where there are no police. Safety is not guaranteed. It's all about luck and hoping people are good. But police officers put their lives on the line every day. They wear a badge that comes with a heavy price. Recently, Sgt. Terri Swee

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Dec 05 2025LIFESTYLE

Sweet Treats for a Sweet Cause: Boyertown's Cookie Crawl Success

In Boyertown, a sweet event turned into a big win for a local food pantry. The Cocoa, Coffee & Cookie Crawl, held last November, brought together the community to support Preston’s Pantry. This was not just about tasty treats; it was about giving back. Two groups, Berks-Mont Business Association an

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Queens Snow Removal: What You Need to Know for the Upcoming Winter

Queens is gearing up for a snowy weekend, with forecasts predicting 5-7 inches of snow. City officials recently shared their winter preparedness plans at a meeting in Borough President Donovan Richards' office. Antonio Whitaker, assistant director of the Bureau of Community Affairs at the NYC Depart

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Little Rock's Surveillance Tech: A Step Back for Public Awareness

The Little Rock Board of Directors recently turned down a proposal that aimed to bring more openness about the police department's use of surveillance tools. This decision has sparked discussions about transparency and community trust. The rejected ordinance, backed by At-Large Director Antwan Phil

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

School Boards: A Fresh Start for Student Success

School boards in Pennsylvania have a big job ahead. Every year, they get a fresh start. This is not just about picking leaders. It is a chance to promise again to put students first. Many people do not know what school boards really do. They make big decisions. But they can only do this together. N

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

Boston's School Closure Plan Sparks Community Fury

Boston is facing a heated debate as the school district considers shutting down three schools. The plan has ignited strong emotions among parents, teachers, and students, who are fighting to keep these schools open. The schools at risk are The Community Academy of Science and Health, Another Course

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Minneapolis Police Chief: ICE Raids Aren't Our Job

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara recently made waves by stating his department won't assist ICE with raids. Why? He says they're already stretched too thin handling local crime. The chief was asked about his stance on CNN. Critics argue that helping ICE could target dangerous criminals and sav

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Helping Hands: Toy Drive for Kids Fighting Cancer

In Colorado, a group called Shining Stars Foundation is asking for help with their yearly toy drive. They want to make the holidays brighter for kids with cancer and their families. This event has been happening for about 20 years, and around 250 kids get to enjoy the toys each year. The foundation

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