Mandatory overtime for nurses now banned in Pa.
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There were no parades or fireworks Wednesday, but July 1 was the independence day that so many nurses and hospital caregivers had hoped and battled for. (Today)
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After the first official meeting of Central Valley School Board, board member Verna Sisk hugs Dr. Dan Matsook, former Center Area superintendent and the new district superintendent of the merged school districts of Center Area and Monaca. From left are Dr. Michael Thomas, superintendent of merger activities, board vice president Robert Bradisek and solicitor Al Maiello.
Central Valley celebrates merger
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There has been plenty of talk about the historic, trailblazing nature of the Center-Monaca school district merger. (Today)
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UPMC studies best ways to cool off firefighters
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After putting out a fire in a burning building tomorrow, groups of firefighters from across the county will sit in lawn chairs, put on special vests and get into air-conditioned cars. (Today)
No rushing toxicology test results even for the famous
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Elizabeth Konecsni traveled to Hungary this weekend with an urn of her sister's ashes and a list of questions about her sudden death. (Today)
Government plan would offer cut-rate medical premiums
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WASHINGTON -- What if a new health plan set up shop in your town offering coverage at a much lower price than other insurers? (Today)
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