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A PBS film looks at rising church closures linked to aging congregations and cultural change, while highlighting congregations that are adapting through tech and community services.
Published Oct 2, 2026, 10:33 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive
Many Americans think of churches as places for worship. But for many communities, churches are also food pantries, gathering places and sources of support during difficult times.
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Battle Ground Academy quarterback Bo Bryan, the son of country music star Luke Bryan, committed to SEC powerhouse Georgia. He made his decision quickly after receiving an offer...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 8:35 PM EDT
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ESPN’s College GameDay announced via Twitter it will be in Bloomington, Indiana, ahead of Indiana’s game with Minnesota on Oct. 31. The show will spotlight defending champion Indiana...
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Local emergency services reported Sunday that 83 people were injured when a bus crashed in the Barcelona area of Spain. Seven of the victims were reported to be...
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Six young Christians from Minya province, aged 17 to 23 (one a minor), were detained after posting a TikTok video authorities said mocked Muslim prayer. The case prompted...
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Costumed crowds lined the route Sunday afternoon as the Phillipsburg‑Easton Halloween Parade returned for its 44th year, crossing the Delaware River to link the two towns. The parade...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 6:38 PM EDT
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Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh’s quarterbacks arrived at Stade de France wearing matching suits and flat caps, drawing attention with a 'Peaky Blinders'–inspired look. The Steelers then beat the...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 6:04 PM EDT
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Kendra Boger drove 33 miles from her Jim Thorpe home to Steel City and produced the first women's 800 of the season after getting the call to bowl...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 4:45 PM EDT
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In 2026, Halloween occurs on Saturday, Oct. 31, with daylight saving time ending at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1. If you dislike darker afternoons after the clock...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 4:42 PM EDT
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The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the New Orleans Saints 16-10 in the NFL’s first regular-season game in France, improving to 5-2. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers said he wasn’t satisfied with...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 4:32 PM EDT
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Treasury’s Do Not Pay system reviewed $3.7 trillion in federal payments last fiscal year, covering nearly every federal program. However, the law prevents the system from checking Social...
Published Oct 25, 2026, 4:19 PM EDT