Revenge and Afghanistan Policy in Post 9 11 Context
John Cohen argues that revenge for 9/11 remains unfulfilled eight years after the attacks and Osama bin Laden remains at large. He weighs staying in Afghanistan versus withdrawal, warns of Taliban risks, and reflects on memorial duties for the dead alongside broader foreign policy choices. He cites Lockerbie and Demjanjuk cases to frame accountability and the costs of inaction.
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Clarifying lead shot concerns at Black Moshannon range
Our Readers Write explains DCNR actions at Black Moshannon State Park regarding lead shot. The club suspended shooting after a directive to stop lead ammunition use, while DCNR and the club plan removal of lead shot from wooded areas and wetlands and establish safe practices for future use to protect human health and park resources.
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Black Moshannon State Park
State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
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Correction to Letter on Drain Pipe Protrusion
In Richard Cutler's Saturday letter the neighbor's drain pipe should be described as protruding above ground 4 to 5 feet rather than inches, changing the observed height and potential drainage implications.
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Capitol Comments: No side must relent for budget accord
Pennsylvania faces a third month without a state budget as partisan standoffs persist. Rep. Camille George urges compromise, noting education funding cuts, a reduced General Fund, and the looming September squeeze while warning that more no votes worsen fiscal strain and local taxes.
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Prayer and gospel reflection on touching the unlovely
The devotional urges readers to imitate Jesus by reaching out to those suffering and shunned. It highlights Mark 1 40 to 42 and TEV language about pity and touch, framing love as active outreach. It emphasizes Christ asking and enabling love for the unlovely.
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Eric Johnson Honored on USA Junior National Basketball Team
On this date a decade ago Eric Johnson a senior at Clearfield Area High School was named to the USA Junior National Championship Pennsylvania White team. He traveled from Baltimore to Columbus Ohio for the nationals after an Easter regional invite and scored 13 points in the championship game.
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Clearfield Area High School
Pennsylvania
Richard A. Johnson
Clearfield
Eric
Baltimore
Columbus
Ohio
Johnson
Stock prices of area interest
The change figure represents the change from the previous day's close. The closing prices for stocks of local Interest or widely held are sponsored by Advantage Capital Corp., 1200 Village Road, Clearfield.
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Clearfield
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