PLATTSBURGH — Due to high winds and the associated waves, Day 3 of the Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats Northern Division opener on Lake Champlain was canceled. With sustained south winds over 20 miles…
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Amesbury professor retires from Salem State
SALEM – Amesbury resident Keith Ratner’s classrooms didn’t always have four walls. Whether he was taking students camping in the Southwest United States or guiding them through Salem’s own planning challenges, Ratner spent 26 years…
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Pa. fireworks manufacturer busy year-round, planning for future events and festivities
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — There is no downtime for Pryotecnico and Live Events employees. CEO Stephen Vitale said the companies prepare and organize events yearround, ranging from the Lawrence County Fair to concerts for some…
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Looking Back: Country Club Mall early retail battle
It was mall versus mall, a retail battle for Allegany County. In May 1978, Shopco Co. of New York released a concept plan for a new $11 million (about $55 million in today’s dollars) shopping…
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Cumberland woman charged with witness retaliation
CUMBERLAND — A Cumberland woman was indicted by an Allegany County grand jury on charges that included retaliation against a witness, according to the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office. Elaine Marie Bunbasi, 47, was also charged…
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Oar carriers carry on sacred tradition of St. Peter’s Fiesta
Before the procession for St. Peter’s Fiesta at noon, and in advance of the 3 p.m. Blessing of the Fleet on Stacy Boulevard, the Rev. James Achadinha ended the outdoor Mass celebrated in St. Peter’s…
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Peru artist debuts latest piece at Babbie learning center
PERU — A new mural was unveiled Saturday morning to kick off Dairy Days at Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum. Painted by local artist Greg Badger, who recently painted the museum’s new sign, the…
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Election season heats up with potential 3-way race for mayor
The race to be Gloucester’s next mayor is heating up as Councilor at-Large Jeff Worthley pulled nomination papers to run for the office Thursday. As of Friday, nine potential candidates have pulled nomination papers to…
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Saranac resident wants people to gather, craft in community
PERU — Finding time to knit, repair or scrapbook may be a challenge for makers and creatives for many reasons. Martha Jackson, founder and creative force behind Restored by Design, recently hosted The Gather &…
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Pride Stroll brings downtown Andover together
ANDOVER — Saturday morning showers brought rainbows – in the form of flags, balloons and banners, transforming storefronts into a portrait of inclusivity throughout downtown. Along Main Street, Park Street and beyond, local shops worked…
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