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Editorials

Celebrating the good business news

While we certainly have had more than our share of bad news when it comes to jobs and industry in recent weeks, it is good to be able to share some of the successes we continue to see as well. Last week, local business, economic development and government officials were joined by ...

Expanding the chances for foster care in West Virginia

Ever considered becoming a foster parent, only to back off on the idea because the process seems too daunting? A new partnership among the West Virginia Department of Human Services, Aetna Better Health of West Virginia and 10 foster care agencies statewide is aiming to change that. In an ...

Shining light on our communities

Think about the big stories that have touched our region during the past couple of months. Area residents, for instance, had big questions about the Market Street Bridge, especially after it was abruptly closed more than 12 hours after apparently failing inspection in late December. They ...

Check your clocks, smoke alarms

Daylight saving time returns at 2 a.m. Sunday, when we move our clocks ahead one hour. While that means we will have an extra hour of sunshine to enjoy outdoor activities, it also represents a good time to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. According to the ...

Let the youth show us the way

West Virginia schools have a long way to go to meet the standards we expect for our children. But the reality is, if we want what we should for our future, education officials will never be able to rest on past gains. Should you need proof we are getting at least some things very right in our ...

Railway Safety Act needs to move forward

In Lower Saucon Township, Pa., residents are awaiting the results of an investigation into yet another Norfolk Southern train derailment March 2. This one involved three trains and scattered rail cars along a riverbank. At least one was partially in the Lehigh River. So far, the National ...