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Family tradition takes flight: Caleb Bell completes first solo at Sentimental Journey
2+ week, 1+ day ago (607+ words) LAURA TARANTELLA/THE EXPRESS Caleb Bell is pictured next to his plane that was used to complete his solo flight. LOCK HAVEN " For Caleb Bell, completing his first solo flight during this year's Sentimental Journey Fly-In was more than a…...
It takes a village: Centre County recognizes county child welfare workers
3+ week, 3+ day ago (533+ words) BELLEFONTE " Centre County commissioners on Tuesday proclaimed June 1-5 as Child Welfare Professionals Appreciation Week and June 8-12 as Child Welfare Service Providers Week, recognizing the vast network of professionals and community partners who work to protect children and support families throughout…...
Healthy summer habits for kids
4+ week, 2+ day ago (493+ words) With a little planning, families can help children enjoy a summer that is fun, active, and healthy. Here are a few simple ways to support good routines, safer screen habits, and overall wellness all season long. Keep Routines and Screen…...
Good dog! More children's hospitals turn to furry caregivers to help kids heal
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (984+ words) CINCINNATI " The first time 5-year-old Calvin Owens went outside in more than a month, he met up with his canine friend Hadley on a hospital patio. Despite being tethered to equipment with wires and tubes, the little boy managed to…...
Dear Annie: Caught in the crossfire | News, Sports, Jobs
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (115+ words) Dear Annie: I need some serious help. Our son, 36, has been married for three years. In May 2024, our daughter-in-law became pregnant. We were elated. She is a...
Supporting Veterans: Collins/Toboz Bridge to Bridge continues to expand, give back to the community
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (414+ words) LOCK HAVEN " For the fifth year in a row, the Collins/Toboz Bridge to Bridge event brought runners, walkers, bikers and golfers together to support veterans and first responders across Clinton County " and organizers say this year was their most…...
Linden couple celebrates 50 years of marriage
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (194+ words) Daniel and Jean Hunter, of Level Corner, Linden, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on May 22, 2026. They were married by Jean's brother, Dr. Paul Jacobs, at Castanea UMC. A reception followed in the beautiful backyard garden of Daniel's parents. Jean is…...
Some parents don't want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1038+ words) Aliyah said she has difficulty focusing, and she finds it hard to concentrate when she's learning from a screen. She'll watch Netflix in class on her school laptop, hiding her earbuds behind her long, curly hair. "It's very hard to…...
Kids are in a "reading recession," as test scores continue to decline
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1209+ words) Lately, there's been a lot to celebrate in elementary schools in Modesto, California. Both reading and math scores have increased consistently over the past several years. But across the country, results are gloomier. Researchers warn that the U. S. is experiencing a…...
Pediatrics group issues new guidance on recess for the first time in 13 years | News, Sports, Jobs
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (537+ words) Recess isn't just a fun break for grade schoolers. It's crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about…...