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What to know about prostate cancer after TV travel guide Rick Steves shared his diagnosis

Friday, August 23 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The announcement from TV travel guide Rick Steves about his prostate cancer diagnosis this week is putting a spotlight on the disease and the importance of Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) screening.In a statement posted on his X, formerly known as Twitter, on... Read More.

In Florida, a fake voter guide spurs accusations of dirty tricks

Sunday, August 18 by ABC News

(JACKSONVILLE, FL) -- There's a political storm brewing on Florida's Atlantic Coast, just outside of Jacksonville.A voter guide falsely purporting to show a slate of endorsements by the local Republican party hit mailboxes in St. John's County, sowing confusion just as the primary was... Read More.

Brookville man faces DUI after he crashed car along Route 219

Monday, September 25 by Louise Bennett

WASHINGTON TWP. – A Brookville man was allegedly found to have a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit when he crashed his car and it caught fire.State Police say 27-year-old Kyle Anderson was northbound on Route 219 in Washington Township earlier... Read More.

COVID guide: What to know about symptoms, testing, treatment and vaccines

Friday, September 15 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations rise across the United States and a new updated vaccine becomes available, many have questions on how to best keep their families safe.Much has changed over the last three years including testing, treatment availability and even... Read More.

2023 Laurel Festival continues in downtown Brookville

Wednesday, June 14 by Louise Bennett

BROOKVILLE—The 2023 Laurel Festival continues in downtown Brookville this week.This evening’s schedule features a Historic Walking Tour and also this year’s Relay for Life.The Jefferson County Historical Society presents the Walking Tour starting at 5:30, with David Taylor serving as the tour guide.At 5pm,... Read More.

Guide to Thanksgiving leftovers, how to store and how long it lasts

Friday, November 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Before making a sandwich out of leftovers or a turkey pot pie, be sure to know the fridge life of your favorite Thanksgiving eats.Here's how long your leftovers will last in the fridge, freezer or both, according to the U.S. Department... Read More.

Your Thanksgiving travel guide: Forecasts from airlines and best times to hit the road

Friday, November 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Millions are expected to fly during the Thanksgiving holiday and airlines say they're prepared for the travel rush.Airlines this fall boasted the most full-time employees in 20 years, and industry leaders say airlines are well-positioned to handle the holiday uptick in... Read More.

Midterm Election Day guide – Tuesday, November 8th

Tuesday, November 8 by wcednews

UNDATED – It is midterm election day in the Tri-County area.Polls open at 7 this morning, and they will close at 8 tonight.The major races on the ballot today include the race for Governor of Pennsylvania where Republican Doug Mastriano is facing Democrat Josh... Read More.

US airline uses AI to guide planes, eliminates plastic to reduce carbon footprint

Monday, December 6 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- When passengers board an Alaska Airlines flight, most don't know it but that plane is lighter than other Boeing 737s or Airbus A320s, according to the airline.That's because during the COVID-19 pandemic, the airline used the slowdown in travel to develop,... Read More.

Surgeon general releases guide to combating COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

Tuesday, November 9 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The government's top doctor released a step-by-step toolkit Tuesday morning to help people combat misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccines in their own close circles."We need people in communities all across our country to have these conversations," Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said in... Read More.