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M. L. French
Anti-Semitic Flyers Were Distributed in Many Areas of Pennsylvania
In addition to being disseminated in Berks County, PA, there were also reports of anti-Semitic flyers in the Lehigh Valley and all over Pennsylvania. ***This is a follow-up to an article I wrote on Wednesday, June 21st, 2023.
Pennsylvania Bill Would Allow Medical Marijuana Patients to Grow Marijuana at Home Plus Other Improvements to Program
Two PA lawmakers are working on a new bill for home grow. Two Pennsylvania lawmakers want to make it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow their own supply of cannabis. PA State Senators Sharif Street (D-Philadelphia) and Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) are planning to introduce a bill that would allow users to grow a limited number of plants at home for personal use.
Pennsylvania House Passes $15 Minimum Wage Increase to Start by 2026
This bill could face scrutiny in the Republican-controlled PA Senate. Pennsylvania has not raised the minimum wage in fourteen years. It stands at a meager $7.25/hour, which would add up to an annual salary of a paltry $15,080.00. Many people believe that the current minimum wage is not a livable wage. A wage of $7.25/hour is below the poverty line.
Anti-Semitic Flyers Were Distributed Throughout a Small Cumru Township Neighborhood in Berks County, Pennsylvania
***This is a true story about events that took place in my neighborhood. I have chosen to keep everyone anonymous and have the permission of people I've interviewed on this matter to post this story.
Minnesota "LGBT Education Specialist" Calls on Teachers to Instruct Preschoolers on "Nonbinary Identities"
An LGBT Education Specialist was hired to help with diversity and inclusion in Minnesota school. Jason Bucklin is a recently hired LGBT Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. Critics found a public lecture from 2019 in which Bucklin discusses the need for preschool teachers to teach their young students about nonbinary identities.
Pennsylvania Oddities: The Haunted Road
Pennsylvania has its fair share of creepy roads, but this one may best them all. Constitution Drive in Salisbury Township in Allentown, Pennsylvania is said to be haunted. It's a long, desolate, partially unpaved road that winds through wooded forests and lies next to train tracks and the Lehigh River.
A Simple Way to Keep Yourself in Good Health
You may be surprised at how easy, yet beneficial this exercise can be. In today's fast-paced world, where sedentary lifestyles and technological advancements dominate, finding ways to prioritize our health has become increasingly crucial. One simple yet powerful activity that can be easily incorporated into our daily routine is walking. Often underestimated, walking is a natural, accessible, and effective exercise that offers numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits.
Pennsylvania Is Home to One of the Deadliest Creatures on Earth & They're Just Starting to Become Active
An invasion of this deadly insect causes problems for everyone. Many people would probably be surprised to know that mosquitos are one of the deadliest creatures on planet Earth. The truth is that mosquitos kill more people than any other animal or insect in the world. Almost one million people die every year from mosquito-borne illnesses.
Washington, D.C. Woman Wins Legal Battle: Her Neighbor Can No Longer Use Medical Cannabis in His Own Home
This landmark precedent is important for anyone who uses medical marijuana. A Washington, D.C. resident won a landmark legal victory this week that will bar her neighbor from using medical marijuana in his own home. The surprising ruling was made by D.C. Superior Court Judge, Ebony Scott.
Wildfires in Canada are Having a Major Impact on Air Quality in Pennsylvania and the Eastern U.S. Seaboard
The smoke from the wildfires in Canada is traveling down to the United States. The United States, especially the Eastern half of the nation, is experiencing poor air quality due to the wildfires raging in Quebec, Canada. Pennsylvania is one of the states that's been affected by the smoke from the fires making its way down the East Coast.
Utah School District Bans the Bible
One angry parent used the trend of book banning to make a statement. Conservative leaders and groups throughout the country have embraced book banning as a way to control the narrative on certain controversial topics such as racism and LGBTQ issues. They've spoken at length about "lewd and lascivious" materials being on the shelves of the children's schools. They've raised hell at school board meetings.
Exotic Lizard from Africa Found on the Side of Pennsylvania Roadway
This appears to be another case of people improperly disposing of exotic pets. An exotic lizard was recently found abandoned on the side of the road in Carlisle Township, Pennsylvania earlier in May. The little guy is about two feet long and is staying in the temporary care of an animal shelter here in PA. A package delivery driver found him wandering in the middle of the road.
Baby Bison is Euthanized After Visitor to Yellowstone Park Touches It
When visiting wildlife, one must always leave the area untouched and pure. One of the most important rules of visiting nature is to leave the area as if you had never been there. Someone broke that rule at Yellowstone National Park, which is located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho (96% of Yellowstone National Park is in Wyoming).
Four Years After Burial, Nun's Body is Uncovered and Shows No Sign of Decomposition
People are flocking to Missouri to the monestary where it happened. A nun was buried in Missouri four years ago in May of 2019. Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster was the founder of the Benedictine Sisters of Mary, Queen of the Apostles, in Gower, Missouri.
Opinion: Pennsylvania is Number Three in the Nation for Banning Books
The trend of book banning has made its way to the Keystone state. We have all watched the attack on literature unfold in the state of Florida at the behest of Governor Ron DeSantis. It was just reported yesterday that a school in Miami-Dade County, Florida banned Amanda Gorman’s poem that was turned into a book, “The Hill We Climb,” for elementary school students.
A New Exotic Animal is Making Its Way to Pennsylvania
As the climates in the U.S. continue to change due to rising temperatures, we are seeing animals and insects respond by migrating to different environments. When you think about the armadillo, you usually imagine Texas or maybe New Mexico, but definitely not Pennsylvania. That's about to change. We could start seeing armadillos in Pennsylvania by the end of the century, if not sooner.
Pennsylvania Murders: Unhinged Principal Kills Teacher & Children
In June of 1979, police found the body of a Philadelphia-area schoolteacher, Susan Reinert, nude, badly beaten, wrapped in chains, and curled into the wheel well of her car in a Harrisburg parking lot. She had two black eyes and bruises on her back from the chains. They had no idea that the case would shock the entire state of Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Beach is on List of Top 100 "Secret Beaches" in America
An epic vacation may be found within your home state. It's that time of year when people are getting ready to plan vacations for the summer. Some people have a ritual of visiting the same beach every year, while others like the adventure of discovering new places.
Opinion: Wegovy--The Miracle Drug that No One Can Obtain
Whether it's Ozempic or Wegovy, these drugs actually help people to lose weight. *This is a true story about my personal experience with trying to obtain Wegovy. Obesity is at the heart of most American health conditions and diseases. As a country, many of us are well beyond what one would consider a healthy weight. And that results in many health issues, such as high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, and many others.
Pennsylvania Man Wins Maryland Lottery Twice in Two Months
This lucky man has taken home over $1 million from the Maryland Lottery over the past decade. Most people will never be lucky enough to win the lottery. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are one in 302.5 million, according to the lottery game, while Powerball’s odds are one in 292.2 million for the top prize.
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I have been studying political science for 12+ years. I enjoy writing about current events, politics, mental health, and addiction. I lean to the left politically, but I try my best to be objective when covering political topics, although I do write opinion pieces which are clearly labeled. I also write on Medium. Pink Floyd fanatic.
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