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Hanover’s Eagle Castings facility closing with 73 layoffs
Eagle Castings, operated by First Brands Group, LLC., in the 400 block of East Middle Street in Hanover, will begin the process of closing on Feb. 27, 2026, according to the WARN notice issued at the end of Dec. 2025.
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Shawnee Mountain celebrates 50 years with retro anniversary bash
The family-operated ski area marked its 50th anniversary in 2025, and this January will be honoring five decades of skiers, riders and staff who’ve helped shape Shawnee into a Pocono staple since opening in 1975.
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How Beaver County groups can join America’s 250th birthday celebration
Grant applications are due Jan. 31 for the Beaver County America250 Grant Program, which will offer grant funding to projects that celebrate the nation’s birthday through activities that educate, bring communities together, inspire youth and promote Beaver County in 2026.
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Discover Erie’s hidden gem restaurants; 12 spots worth seeking out
Here’s a list of a few eateries we consider to be the “hidden gems” of the Gem City’s dining scene.
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Paupack wrestling program features father and daughter coaching duo
For the 2025-26 season, Chris is serving as a volunteer with Paupack’s junior high girls team. Elana is a varsity assistant to head coach Steve Peters, but also helps out with the younger girls as well.
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Trump Store closing in Bensalem. Here’s why it’s leaving Bucks County
Michael Domanico opened the store in 2020 after he and his wife Monica noticed that Trump merch sold well at their mall kiosk, while liberal merch did not.
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W. Manchester Twp. to hire paid firefighters for first time
Since 1923, the West Manchester Township Fire Department has relied upon volunteers to fight fires and respond to emergencies.
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‘The Pitt’ is back for Season 2. Here’s what you need to know.
The Emmy-winning Pittsburgh-set medical drama returns to HBO Max Thursday, with another 15 episodes set in one shift.
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Lawsuit says Bucks County nursing home explosion was ‘preventable’
Two people were killed, 20 others injured, and more than 100 residents and employees displaced in the Dec. 23 blast that left the two-story building partially collapsed and uninhabitable.
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Sheetz announces death of former CEO
Stephen G. Sheetz, the former president, CEO, and chairman of the board of the family-owned, Altoona-based convenience store chain, died on Jan. 4 at the age of 77.
