The Arms Race in America
By Josie Barton Allegheny County police reported to Ross Park Mall at 4:30pm on Saturday, May 29th. A fight broke out resulting in gunfire, causing casual shoppers to run and hide to save their lives…
Category: Politics
The Facebook Political Algorithm
By Josie Barton Facebook has become a large contributor to political polarization, the spread of fake news, and the outcome of elections. The algorithm of the app manipulates people by the content it regulates and…
Democratic Proposal on Student Loan Debt
By Josie Barton Democrats urge President Joe Biden to cancel up to $50,000 in student loan debt per loan borrower. Biden communicated that he is more comfortable with a $10,000 forgiveness amount per borrower. Top…
At vaccine rollout hearing, Longietti calls on state to do better
HERMITAGE, Feb. 8 – State Rep. Mark Longietti today questioned state officials at a House Policy Committee hearing regarding why the COVID-19 vaccine rollout is not proceeding more efficiently. Citing delays and frustration, Longietti, D-Mercer, urged…
Wheatley, Hughes recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Feb. 5 – State Rep. Jake Wheatley, D-Allegheny, and state Sen. Vincent Hughes, D-Philadelphia/Montgomery, are recognizing Sunday, Feb. 7 as National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in Pennsylvania. National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day began more than two…
Does Biden Green Energy Plan Make Economic Sense?
By Cassie Stolz During his campaign, Biden has pledged to sign a series of climate-related executive orders, including a ban on fossil fuel extraction on public land. His climate goals have been described as the…
2020 Youth Vote Impacts Presidential Election
By: Samantha Walker 2020 has been a year of history-making records and events on every level and platform. Between COVID-19, political tension, and the rise in awareness on topics like police brutality and abortion rights,…
2020 Vice Presidential Debate: Part 1
By Josie Barton The first Vice Presidential debate of 2020 occurred on Wednesday, October 7th. Attendees included current Vice President, Mike Pence and Biden running mate, Kamala Harris. Part one of this article will cover…
First Presidential Election of 2020: Part 2
By Josie Barton Part one of this Article covered debate on the Coronavirus, the economy, and the Supreme Court. Part two will cover more of the most important topics of modern America: race and violence,…
Longietti: $103,200 awarded to fund Buhl Park wetland restoration project
Will also include boardwalk construction, observation decks, pedestrian walkways HERMITAGE, Oct. 1 – A $103,200 grant from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will help restore the Buhl Park’s wetlands and fund other improvements…
First Presidential Debate of 2020: Part 1
By Josie Barton Tuesday, September 29th was the first presidential debate of 2020. President Trump and former Vice President Biden went head to head on controversial topics, part one of this article covering the Coronavirus,…
The Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
By Samantha Walker A wave of grief rippled throughout the United States with the news of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death this past Friday. Vigils and moments of silence are being held at courthouses across America…
Longietti: More than $161,000 in funding for targeted support to area students
HERMITAGE, Aug. 25 – Funding totaling $161,189 will ensure Mercer County schools with identified groups of underperforming students have the resources to help those students succeed, state Rep. Mark Longietti, D-Mercer, announced today. “The pandemic has…
Longietti to present certificates of recognition to afterschool programs
HERMITAGE, Oct. 21 – State Rep. Mark Longietti will present certificates of recognition to area afterschool programs at the national “Lights On Afterschool” event from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 at Hickory High…
Vaping Ban
By Quinn Ursprung New York Sept. 17, 2019—The Empire State is planning to become the second state, after Michigan, to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes. The decision became a pressing-matter after seven deaths from…