What is a ‘peanut butter raise’ and why it hurts morale

Across-the-board raises spread limited pay increases evenly, but they can demotivate staff and interest in the approach is waning.

Published Sep 2, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

When most people make a peanut butter sandwich, they tend to spread the peanut butter evenly across the bread.

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Former Dunkin' site to be demolished for $21M Pocono Family YMCA project

The Pocono Family YMCA will begin demolishing a former Dunkin' building Thursday, the first visible step in a $21 million renovation and expansion aimed at modernizing the century-old...

Published Sep 2, 2026, 6:30 AM EDT

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Country music stars who narrowly escaped death in 2026

Several country music stars narrowly dodged death in 2026; the piece recounts the incidents they survived and their recoveries. Dolly Parton’s death was heartbreaking for the genre and...

Published Sep 2, 2026, 6:30 AM EDT

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Chocolate sold in 13 states recalled over undeclared allergen

A popular Halloween chocolate sold at major retailers across 13 states is being recalled after it was found to contain a major, undeclared allergen. The recall was issued...

Published Sep 2, 2026, 6:19 AM EDT

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Amish parents detail infant’s death amid Pa. measles controversy

An Amish couple in Pennsylvania have publicly described the circumstances surrounding the death of their infant, saying they believe measles killed the baby after the mother suffered a...