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Night owls listen up: This should make you want to go to sleep earlier. Researchers say the human brain is not meant to be awake after midnight. They say staying up late only leads to impulsive behavior and high-risk decisions, such as drinking, overeating, gambling, or criminal activity. Source: Frontiers in Network Psychology
September 10 has been a pivotal date in rock music, marked by major releases, cultural milestones, and influential performances. 1974 – The New York Dolls Break Up After years of struggles with drug abuse and interpersonal conflicts, the glam rock band The New York Dolls disbanded, ending a short but influential run 1975 – KISS Releases Alive! KISS dropped their first live album, Alive!, which became their first Top 10 record. The double-LP captured the band’s theatrical stag
The Shapiro Administration announced newly designated All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Routes in Elk and Potter counties, highlighting a new Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) process that makes it easier to connect ATV trail networks and expand safe ATV travel in the Commonwealth. The Shapiro Administration will also highlight the expansion of ATV connector routes through the new PennDOT process that allows municipalities and regional organizations that manage trai
Fall is in the air – you can smell it in the breeze. Why not give your hunting dog a tune-up on birds? Tuesday, 9/15, is the last day to register for the Phil Fitch Memorial Chukar Challenge on 9/19. The Rolfe Birddoggers run a first-class chukar challenge at their club grounds in Elk County. Phil Fitch was a special member of the Rolfe Beagle Club and the Elk County community. In memory of Phil, on Saturday, September 19, the Rolfe Birddoggers will host the Phil Fitch
PA State Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) and U.S. Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) are working together to advance state and federal legislation to protect private farmland from being forcibly confiscated through eminent domain. Thompson stated in a recent press release announcing the introduction of the Not In My Barnyard Act (H.R. 10135) that “the loss of productive agricultural land when other viable sites exist directly threatens our nation’s food security and rural communities. The
What started as a group of friends with a shared love of cars has grown into something much bigger—a group committed to giving back to the community they call home. The Elk County Cruisers Car Club recently awarded $3,400 in grants from the Elk County Cruisers Car Club Fund, held at the Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF). This year’s funding will benefit the St. Marys Airport Authority, Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys, St. Marys Public Library, Crystal Fire Department, and
Shapiro Administration announced that it will direct $11 million in investments to build electric vehicle (EV) chargers in the Central Pennsylvania region as part of the Community Charging phase of the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, strengthening the Commonwealth's role as the national leader in the NEVI program. This is the third region where funding has been made available, following announcements in the Southeast and West regions earlier t
Penn Highlands Healthcare Sleep Disorders Center, located in DuBois, is celebrating 30 years of helping patients get quality, restorative sleep. The Sleep Disorders Center opened and began performing sleep disorders testing in March 1996. Spearheaded by Angelo Illuzzi, DO, FCCP, D, ABSM, FAASM, Medical Director, Sleep Disorders Center, the sleep lab opened its doors to patients after two months of planning and staff training, with two beds on the second-floor patient ward. Si
ECC Boys Soccer team defeated Coudersport, 6-0 Goal scorers: Chase Simbeck 2 Blake Stauffer 2 Bruce Boschert 1 Patrick Messineo 1 ECCHS Cross Country Results Vs Punxsutawney Bradford Defeats ECCHS In Golf
The Shapiro Administration will announce newly designated All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Routes in Elk and Potter counties, highlighting a new Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) process that makes it easier to connect ATV trail networks and expand safe ATV travel in the Commonwealth. The Shapiro Administration will also highlight the expansion of ATV connector routes through the new PennDOT process that allows municipalities and regional organizations that manage
Gas Prices Set record highs this Labor day weekend. In Elk County the average prices was $4.13 a gallon. Prices took a big jump in Cameron County at $4.26 a gallon. The average price in Pennsylvania was $4.30 a gallon
PHOTO: Representatives from organizations receiving grants through the Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Fund gathered for a grant presentation with Elk County Community Foundation Executive Director Tiffany Boschert and committee member Chris Lynn. Pictured are: Tiffany Boschert, ECCF Executive Director; Chris Lynn, committee member; Tim Smith, Commander, Jerry Prechtl, and Mick Groll, American Legion Post 103; Emily Crowe, Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys; Georgia Wa
Colby Nussbaum and Reese Ehrensberger from Elk County hunted hard over Labor Day Weekend, “The sun was coming up each morning when we finished our stands.” Brady Nussbaum also hunted with Colby and Reese, and formed the coyote and crow-hunting trio. The trio hunted private lands in Elk County all weekend. Colby harvested with a .243 rifle with a thermal scope. Reese shoots a .22-.250 rifle also with a thermal scope. Colby had the first harvest at 10:30 pm on Saturday and b
Visitors Traveling To The Allegheny National Forest Should Be Aware That Forest Road 321 In Mckean County Will Be Closed From September 8th Through The 15th To Allow Crews To Replace A Culvert. Forest Road 321 Is A Connecting Road Between Routes 321 And 219. Travelers Should Plan For A Detour And Expect Normal Access In About A Week.
Mr. John W. Kowach, Executive Director and Trustee of the A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust, is pleased and honored to announce the appointments of Mr. Howard Allen, Mr. James L. Hackett III and Mr. Alex K. Scull as new members of the Trust’s Board of Trustees. Kowach also wishes to report that Mr. Robert A. Ordiway has been elected as Chairman of the Trust along with Mr. Robert O’Leary being selected as Treasurer. Allen, Hackett and Scull have all been involved in
City Police In St. Marys Reported Investigating A DUI And Trespassing Incident On Bayberry Road. As A Result Of The Investigation, Edward Joseph Hyatt, 44, Of Ridgeway, Was Charged With DUI Trespassing By Motor Vehicle And Driving With A Suspended License. The Investigation Is Ongoing. City Police Investigated An Incident On Washington Street Where Andrew Brennan Age 40 Of St Mary’s Was Charged With Possession Of Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia During An Incident On Wa
State police answered a call on Old West Creek Road in St. Marys for a traffic accident. After investigation, police cited a known Man from Emporium for driving under the invluence
One of Pennsylvania’s iconic fall destinations in the Pennsylvania Wilds — the Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park — reopened last week for fall foliage viewing, giving visitors a chance to experience breathtaking views of the Kinzua Valley at peak leaf-peeping season. The Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park offers visitors a unique opportunity to walk out and peer down for stunning views of the Kinzua Valley on a viaduct that was reimagined as a skywalk after being partially
Pennsylvania State Police investigated an incident on 4th Street in Emporium. State police reported that a known 47-year-old man from Brookville is facing charges of possession of controlled substances and drug paraphernalia. The investigation is ongoing.
State police investigated an accident on Route 120 in Shippen Township. According to police William King Jr., 57, of Williamsport was traveling west and for reasons unknown his vehicle crossed the center line, traveled onto the shoulder of the roadway and onto the berm then struck a concrete culvert. The vehicle then continued int the ditch and rolled onto its roof. Police report that King sustained minor injuries. A passenger in the back seat, a known 51-year-old female from
State Rep. Mike Armanini said he is calling on the Shapiro administration to withdraw proposed Department of Health regulations reminiscent of COVID lockdown-era government policy that would infringe upon constitutional norms and civil liberties. You can join me by submitting your feedback. As proposed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the regulations would allow government officials to institute school or community mask mandates, enter private residences without warr
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the 2045 Freight Movement Plan (FMP), a comprehensive strategic plan for moving goods throughout the Commonwealth, is available on PennDOT's website. The FMP highlights the Shapiro administration's commitment to economic growth and safe travel in Pennsylvania. The FMP provides information on the state of Pennsylvania's freight infrastructure and PennDOT's efforts to continually improve the safe and e
Magician and comedian Danny H will bring an interactive performance featuring sleight-of-hand magic, illusions and comedy to Penn State DuBois on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The performance will begin at 6 p.m. in Hiller Auditorium and is free and open to the public. Hosted by the Penn State DuBois Campus Activities Board, the show will combine magic and comedy with audience interaction throughout the evening. Danny H, whose full name is Danny Hernandez, discovered an interest in magic
On Wednesday, Sept. 9, I will take part in an historic session of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. In honor of the nation’s 250th birthday – and the foundational role Pennsylvania has played in our nation’s development – the House will convene legislative session in Philadelphia’s historic Congress Hall. The hall once served as the meeting place of the United States Congress, from 1790-1800.