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State Police recognize professionals during National Forensic Science Week

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As part of National Forensic Science Week, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is recognizing the scientists, forensic examiners, technicians, and support professionals whose expertise strengthens criminal investigations and supports the pursuit of justice across the Commonwealth. The PSP Bureau of Forensic Services (BFS) operates six regional forensic laboratories and a dedicated Forensic DNA Division, providing scientific testing and investigative support to state, municipal and federal law enforcement agencies throughout Pennsylvania. Its areas of expertise include DNA, serology, ...

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Outdoor Club To Ride, Hike Knox Kane Trail Sunday On Sunday, Sept. 27, members of the Allegheny Outdoor Club will ride bikes or hike on the Knox Kane bike trail from Chafee to Lamont, 16 miles total. The group will meet at Musante Street, Warren at 1:30 p.m. or at 2:15 p.m. at the intersection of Route 948 and Route 66, past Russell City, Pa. Tom Patterson will be the leader of the activity. Bridge winners announced Friday bridge winners at the Conewango Club on Sept. 4 were Jo Simonsen, first place, and Peggy Morgan, second place. On Sept. 18, winners were Peggy Morgan, first ...

New bill would address turnpike toll rate signage

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A proposal introduced by a Democrat serving in the state House aims to make changes to signage on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. “How much a customer will be charged should never be a mystery or come as a surprise,” state Rep. Joe Ciresi of Montgomery County wrote in a co-sponsorship memo ...

Civil Air Patrol Cadets reach milestone promotions

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During the regular squadron meeting this month, C/SSgt Olivia Bennett, of Youngsville, and C/SSgt Troy Redmond of Randolph, were recognized for earning the Wright Brothers award. Cadets must pass a closed book leadership exam, meet physical fitness requirements, and personally fulfill ...

Region’s fuel prices keep ticking higher

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Gas prices are 20 cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $4.738 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Warren’s prices are among the highest in the region at $4.80 per gallon. Only Mercer is higher at $4.82. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is up 16 cents from last week at $4.47 and more than one dollar higher than it was a year ago. Crude oil remains high, averaging $100 per barrel amid continued volatility in the Strait of Hormuz. Gas prices are back to what they were earlier this year during the spring, and the national ...

Doctors in county ‘endorse’ MMR vaccinations

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With at least eight known measles cases in Warren County, area doctors and physicians from Warren General Hospital and Warren Medical Group have released a statement saying they "wholeheartedly endorse" vaccinations. The Pennsylvania Department of Health announced Monday that 792 measles ...