He made it back...
Came home on his feet,
Not in a body bag.
Family saw him as a war hero,
Despite his excessive drinking
And his screaming nightmares.
To the …
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By LLOYD BARNHART
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2/20/24
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As objective and independent news writers and editors, we have an imperative to cover the issues most important to the people of in the Upper Delware River Valley. Every day, our team is on the …
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Submitted by the EMPIRE STATE LOCAL NEWS COALITION
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3/5/24
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Praise be for mud when the frost goes out,
And the sap runs and the seeds sprout
And the tree buds burst with a soundless shout!
Beginning time — the time of birth,
The new yeast …
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By INEZ GEORGE GRIDLEY
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3/22/23
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This season of Thanksgiving offers us a welcome opportunity to reflect upon the cornucopia of advantages of life in America, which we enjoy and share with others.
It is sometimes easy to …
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By SEN. LISA BAKER
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11/24/22
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I was troubled to read the National Breast Cancer Foundation's assertion that plastic utensils do not cause breast cancer (River Reporter, October 6-12, 2022). I don't know what they mean by "plastic …
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10/15/22
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Veterans Day officially commemorates the end of World War I on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 and honors U.S. veterans of all conflicts.
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BY DOUGLAS SANDBERG
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11/9/22
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With this week’s paper, we begin a six-week exploration of joy. It seemed fitting that given the current state of national and global news, we concentrate on finding stories of resilience. That we explore the path from pain and separation to interconnection and—if we are lucky and diligent—joy.
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BY LAURIE STUART
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11/24/22
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My heart unfolds
My heart unfolds with every leaf,
Cries out with every robin.
I feel the thrust of each green blade!
The tree toads’ brush fanfaronade,
The …
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By INEZ GEORGE GRIDLEY
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3/20/24
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The $20 million refundable tax credit for the hiring of new journalists is tucked into the New York State Senate’s one-house budget for the purpose of “spurring economic growth and …
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By LAURIE STUART
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3/26/24
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In hiring a consultant to redraw the county districts, the legislature went out of its way to avoid the appearance of impropriety. The consultants, Main Street Communications, were only to be in contact with the county manager and the real property office, and base the district lines on population. Each district needed to be within five percent of 8,627 people.
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BY LAURIE STUART
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7/13/22
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Under a brilliant sky and gentle breeze, and amid tears, smiles and laughter, the Eldred School District community came together to honor two valuable members who left us much too soon.
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By SUSAN WALIGUNDA WADE
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6/1/22
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All registered voters in the 139th PA Legislative District can participate in the primary election on Tuesday, April 23, due to the special election to determine who will succeed State Rep. Joseph …
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3/26/24
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Sunshine Week is March 12 to 18. This week gives us the opportunity to celebrate and recognize that we all have a right to know.
Sunshine Week was launched in 2005 by the American Society of …
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By LAURIE STUART
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3/14/23
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Election Day, November 7, rapidly approaches.
With the availability of the early voting period, October 28 through November 5, less than two weeks away, I would like to remind every …
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By THOMAS R. BOSE
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10/18/23
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Did you know that large supermarkets and food companies pay a lot of money to know exactly the best way to market their products to you, the consumer?
From the color of the packaging to the …
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By CHELSEA HILL
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3/14/23
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In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re featuring images from the Woman Card Girl Power playing cards, which showcase and celebrate young women who have changed the world. Moving …
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By ZEB and ZACH WAHL
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3/14/23
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Once again, the Prime Act has been introduced back into the House of Representatives. This recent piece of administration was submitted last month by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Rep. Chellie …
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By CHELSEA HILL
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10/18/23
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My East Branch (Delaware) used to be a real river;
It was subject to normal seasonal changes.
The low, warm water of summer was great for families
Who wanted to fish and swim and play …
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By LLOYD BARNHART
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6/7/23
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The Committee to Re-elect Daniel Sturm Town of Bethel Supervisor has officially announced his candidacy for reelection. He will run on the Democratic and Sullivan United Party lines in the November 7 …
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6/7/23
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