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Snowstorm Hits New Jersey: Schools Canceled and Power Lost

February 23, 2026

The state of New Jersey is dealing with a huge blizzard that dumped more than a foot of snow across the area, and in some places even two feet. The heavy snowfall has forced many school districts to close schools or start the day later on Tuesday, February 24. The National Weather Service warned tha

business

Local Hardware Shop Shuts Doors After 53 Years

February 23, 2026

A longtime fixture in Mountain View will close its doors this summer, ending 53 years of service to the community. The shop had survived the pandemic as an essential business, but its fortunes slipped sharply once restrictions eased. The owner noted that each year brought fewer sales. Customers who

politics

Turkish Citizens Repatriated From ISIS Detainees After Iraqi Deal

February 23, 2026

Iraq says it has reached an agreement with Ankara to bring back Turkish nationals among the thousands of former ISIS prisoners that were moved from Syria. The transfer happened after Kurdish forces withdrew and shut down camps that had held suspected terrorists for years. Iraq’s foreign minister

education

Small School, Big Impact

February 23, 2026

A new learning hub is opening its doors for kids in Ogle and Lee counties who need a different classroom vibe. The place is called the Chana Education Center, and it’s built to help students who face anxiety, trauma, or learning differences thrive. Instead of a huge lecture hall, Chana offers a t

sports

Orange Clash: Tigers’ New Gear Meets Orioles in a 4‑4 Spring Showdown

February 23, 2026

The Tigers kicked off their spring season in a bright orange uniform, but so did the visiting Orioles. At Publix Field in Lakeland, Florida, both teams wore similar colors that made it hard to tell who was batting and who was fielding. Despite the color confusion, the game ended in a 4‑4 tie, mar

education

Science Fair Sparks Curiosity in Reading

February 23, 2026

Students from all over Berks County are gathering at Albright College on March 2 to set up their projects for the 74th Reading‑Berks Science and Engineering Fair. The event, which began in 1952, is the second‑oldest science fair in America and welcomes participants from grades six through twelve. ...

sports

Pelham’s Close‑Call Victory Over McGill‑Toolen

February 23, 2026

In a game that felt like a rollercoaster, Pelham managed to edge McGill‑Toolen 5-4 in the seventh inning. The win came when Andrew Petrock, a senior from West Alabama, delivered a single that broke the tie. Pelham’s run came after a series of chaotic events: three batters walked, two were hit by pit

health

Check Your Freezer: Trader Joe’s Chicken Fried Rice Recall

February 23, 2026

A sudden recall has hit a popular frozen dish. Trader Joe’s is pulling its chicken fried rice from stores nationwide. The problem? Small glass pieces might be hidden inside the rice. Four shoppers spotted shards in their bags. No one was hurt, but the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) says

politics

Voter ID Rules: Why a Federal Bill Might Backfire in Alaska

February 23, 2026

The idea of keeping elections fair is clear, but the way a new federal law would shape voting in Alaska raises big questions. The SAVE America Act wants the government to set the exact documents people need to show when they sign up or cast a ballot. It also plans to send each state’s voter list

finance

Family Transfer Gets Tax Refund in Pennsylvania

February 23, 2026

A Pennsylvania tax board has decided to return money that a homeowner paid for moving a property from one family member to another. The case began when the owner of a house paid the state’s realty transfer tax, then asked for a refund because the move was between relatives. The board looked cl