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Cumberland Valley crunches the numbers
By JOVON HILL
The Cumberland Valley School district  is in the midst of a budget crisis.  The 7,600-student district is facing a deficit of $4.2 million and must make some difficult, but necessary changes to its budget. Superintendent, B. Jean Walker, must make the critical decisions regarding the weakened budget. Full Story

Budget cuts takes toll on public libraries
By ELIZABETH WINGATE
The next time you drop by your local public library you might be in for an unpleasant surprise. As of Feb. 1, 2004, patrons will find fewer research materials, reduced staff, and restricted usage hours. Full Story

 

Sex Education in public schools is paying off for teens
By STEVE MAYER
Sex education has been traditionally one of the most controversial subjects in public schools.  The issue of deciding what is the best method for preparing today's students to make tomorrow's responsible decisions has various viewpoints, often meeting at odds. Full Story

Penn State celebrates its heritage

By CHRIS TORRES
Under the backdrop of LaRouche for President signs, members of the state government and other guests gathered at a press conference in the capital rotunda to celebrate Penn State University and its 150 years as Pennsylvania’s lone land-grant university. Full Story

 

ges in the budget include reducing the number of