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The Lawrence Corvi Mitchel Olszak Michael Matis Nancy Bergey and Laura Crawford present a joint stance on the current issues. The piece argues for accountable governance, prudent fiscal policy, and renewed civic participation across local institutions.
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Mitchel Olszak
Michael Matis
Nancy Bergey
Laura Crawford
Exotic animals release in Ohio prompts legal debate and concern
The Ohio incident where more than 50 exotic animals were released and later killed by authorities raises questions about state laws, background checks, and supervision. The piece contrasts Ohio with Pennsylvania, noting Pennsylvania’s licenses and inspections. It cites Terry W. Thompson of Zanesville, his criminal history, debt, and suicide, and criticizes Ohio’s lack of stringent ownership rules. It urges meaningful legislative action.
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Terry W. Thompson
Zanesville
Thompson
John Kasich
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Lawrence County
Retention Reform Call for Pennsylvania Courts
A reader criticizes the cost of Pennsylvania courts including Supreme Court staffing and multi location needs. They question retention elections and pension growth, citing Lawrence County judge pay and a desire to vote no in retention polls while urging reforms or a constitutional convention.
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Trout, other items gain sales tax exemptions in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania budget outlines various exemptions including trout sales not used for food, clothing and most foods, newspapers, manufacturing gear, caskets, textbooks, medications, and services from dry cleaners to doctors. Proposals for airplane service exemptions aim to attract maintenance jobs, with makers like Sikorsky cited to justify tax relief as beneficial for growth. The discussion notes the vast reach of the 57 year old tax and its role in funding much of the state budget.
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Peter Daley
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Chester County
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