Новости за 26.06.2021

No effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease exists, even though more than 5 million Americans have it. But what if there was a way to reduce the risk? Research suggests there may be methods to protect yourself. What is Alzheimer’s disease? “Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia,” said Dr. Chen Zhao, a neurologist at Penn […]

“This Week’s Good News” is a weekly round-up of a few “feel good” stories that GANT News has shared with its readers. Area groups, organizations, churches and readers are encouraged to share their stories for publication consideration. Submissions can be made via e-mail at news@gantnews.com.

HARRISBURG—Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) introduced House Bill 1642 to increase the amount of money available to the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program by $150 million for a total of $285 million. The EITC program gives tax credits to companies that contribute to scholarship programs that give students in kindergarten through grade 12 the opportunity to attend […]

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Senate Friday approved comprehensive measures to improve the commonwealth’s elections when it sent to the governor the Voting Rights Protection Act (House Bill 1300). In response, the bill’s sponsor, House State Government Committee Chairman Seth Grove (R-York), issued the following statement: “I want to thank the Senate for its quick action approving […]

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Spotlight PA and The Inquirer, in partnership with ProPublica, spent months investigating a venerable Pennsylvania institution: the Milton Hershey School. (Byline: Charlotte Keith of Spotlight PA. Photo caption: With $17.4 billion in assets, the Milton Hershey School is the wealthiest K-12 school in the U.S., endowed with the profits of the Fortune […]

MARIENVILLE, Pa. – Businesses and roadways in the Marienville area are expected to see some increases in traffic in the coming days as the Rainbow Family of Living Light has chosen the Allegheny National Forest for a regional gathering. The gathering is taking place in the vicinity of Forest Road 339 on the Marienville Ranger […]

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: What’s in a Name.   Read the full story here: https://www.explorejeffersonpa.com/comically-incorrect-whats-in-a-name-2/

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Oops, I Drew It Again.   Read the full story here: https://www.explorejeffersonpa.com/claytoonz-587/

Searching for a job is already a tremendous undertaking, and it can feel even harder when you have a disability. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be impossible. When you have a disability, the thought of starting a new job—or even applying for one—can be scary. There are many factors at play, and you may have […]