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John Fetterman and Mehmet Oz: Pennsylvania Senate Debate
Mason Bennett – News Editor mxb5302@psu.edu Pennsylvania Senate candidates John Fetterman, Democratic Lt. Governor, and Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz, a former T.V. doctor, faced off on Tuesday, Oct. 25, in the only formal debate of the race. -What qualifies each of you for the position? F: “I’m running to serve Pennsylvania. I had a stroke,…
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Actor Leslie Jordan passes away at age the of 67
Courtney Balcombe – Sports Editor clb6264@psu.edu Photo Credit: Stefani Reynolds/Getty Images. Leslie Jordan, the actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in “Will & Grace” and “Call Me Kat” and for his uplifting pandemic Instagram videos, died after a car crash Monday, October 24 in Hollywood. According to The Los Angeles Times, Jordan was…
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PSB presents “Rocky Horror Picture Show”
Madison Meeks – Media Director mvm7037@psu.edu Credit: Instagram @lindseyimages / @behrendtheatre “The Rocky Horror Show” is one of many Penn State Behrend Studio Theatre productions. This show is one of the two scheduled fall productions for the 2022-2023 school year. “The Rocky Horror Show” was performed live from October 27 through October 31 at 7:30…
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Madison Kwiecinski – Editor-in-Chief mvk5945@psu.edu In the United States the current drug overdose epidemic is a threat to both public health and public safety. Prescription drugs are one of the most abused categories of drugs in society, often acting as a gateway to harder substances. On Oct. 29, Erie police stationed themselves in the lobby…
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Club Showcase: Penn State Behrend College Dems
Welcome to the Club Showcase where every week we highlight one of the many extraordinary clubs you can join as a Penn State Behrend student. Today, we are focusing on Behrend’s College Democrats. To learn more about this club, let us go to our discussion with Secretary Briona Bargerstock. What is the name of…
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Local Eats: Porky’s Pizzeria
Madison Kwiecinski – Editor-in-Chief mvk5945@psu.edu Photo Credit: Facebook @ Porky’s Pizzeria Erie Are you looking for the perfect college take-out food? Then you cannot beat ordering from Porky’s Pizzeria, a college staple that is more than just a pizza joint. Porky’s Pizzeria has two locations in Erie, with the Wesleyville location located on 3512 Buffalo…
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PA medical marijuana legalization finalized
Mary Pintea – News Editor mvp5879@psu.edu As of October 20, 2022, the state of Pennsylvania has finalized its seemingly ongoing medical marijuana legislation. Medical marijuana is not a fresh concept to the state, with legislation permitting it since 2016. Though it has been legal for pharmaceutical usage, rules and regulations remained unclear. The new legislation…
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Erie upcoming election information
Madison Kwiecinski – Editor-in-Chief mvk5945@psu.edu For college students, voting can oftentimes be a confusing process. However, it does not have to be and there are many ways to simplify the voting process on election day. It is also important to make sure you understand what you’re voting for in this year’s election. The election will…
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