Gabby Pogel
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Unique methods used by rural newspapers to connect with their readers
Situated just outside the Allegheny National Forest in Northwestern Pennsylvania are three municipalities that share more in common than majestic scenery. They each have a robust daily newspaper – the Kane Republican, Ridgway Record and St. Mary’s Daily Press. Though the regional population size does not match the southern corners of the state, the citizens…
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Legal Hotline: Hemp and CBD Ads
Q: Can we run ads for hemp and related products like CBD supplements and food additives? If so, are there any laws or regulations that we should consider? A: State and federal law governing hemp and CBD products is unsettled, and there are many unanswered questions about how and whether hemp and CBD products can…
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Celebrating 40 years of community-focused journalism
The Northside Chronicle Founded in 1985 by residents as a local initiative, The Northside Chronicle has remained deeply rooted in its mission to serve the people and neighborhoods of Pittsburgh’s Northside. For four decades, it has stood as the only newspaper dedicated exclusively to the Northside’s 18 neighborhoods. “While in the world of newspapers, 40…
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Legal Hotline: RTKL 30 Day Extension
Q: Many local agencies routinely take a 30-calendar-day extension to respond to Right-to-Know Law requests, even for simple, obviously public records like meeting minutes. Should they do that, and can I challenge these extensions? A: The RTKL requires agencies to respond to requests in writing “as promptly as possible under the circumstances …” but not…
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Full Circle at The Corry Journal
Erin Passinger has returned to her journalism roots. Recently hired as the managing editor and director of operations at the The Corry Journal, her original career path was to take her 3,000 miles away in Hollywood. Instead, she discovered happiness can be found right in your own backyard. Passinger’s family moved to the Corry area…
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Erie Times-News honors top high school athletes with annual awards
The Erie Times-News is once again putting community at the forefront with its annual Northwestern Pennsylvania High School Sports Awards, a highly anticipated celebration of local talent and achievement. Presented in partnership with Sports Medicine at AHN Saint Vincent and as part of the national USA TODAY High School Sports Awards program, the event will…
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Legal Hotline: Sunshine Act Committees
Q: A borough facing budget shortfalls created a committee to offer advice and investigate potential funding streams. Our reporter asked when the first committee meeting will take place, but the borough council president said that committee meetings will not be public because a quorum of borough council is not involved and no votes are taken.…
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Philadelphia Gay News hosts the 2025 Stonewall Awards
The Philadelphia Gay News hosted the 2025 Stonewall Awards on Sunday, June 1, at the Arts Ballroom in Center City Philadelphia. The awards recognize the achievements of people and organizations who’ve made a profound impact on the lives of the LGBTQIA+ community in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley. The event was emceed by WPVI Channel…
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Legal Hotline: Wiretap Act Recording Interviews
Q: We encourage our reporters to record interviews for accuracy, with interviews typically recorded over the phone or internet, and sometimes in person. Are there any legal issues associated with recording interviews? A: Yes. Pennsylvania is a two-party consent state, and reporters must get permission to record interviews in order to comply with the state…
