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The nativity at St. Elizabeth Motherhouse on East Main Street in Allegany.

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By ANDREW FOWLER RealClearReligion

December 19, 2025

The piercing cold of Christmas

Christmas evokes a warmth during the winter: bright lights, roaring fires and good cheer with loved ...

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HomeCare & Hospice to hold bereavement support groups in January

December 19, 2025

ALLEAGANY — HomeCare & Hospice offers free monthly bereavement and caregiver support groups that provide a safe, welcoming space for anyone seeking co...

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Australia banned kids from social media — shouldn’t we all?

By ROBIN ABCARIAN Los Angeles Times

December 19, 2025

LOS ANGELES (TNS) — Last week, Australia became the first country in the world to enact a social media ban for kids under 16. As the children of Oz we...

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EMT training offered for local students

December 19, 2025

BELMONT — Genesee Valley Central School, in collaboration with the Allegany County Office of Emergency Management, will offer a free EMT certification...

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Olean Senior Center announces events schedule

December 19, 2025

OLEAN — The Olean Senior Center, 112 N. Barry St., in the John J. Ash Community Building, announces its schedule for the week of Dec. 22. The center i...

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Dear Abby: Months after breakup, man sees ‘signs’ amid heartache

December 19, 2025

DEAR ABBY: I'm a 55-year-old man who dated a very special lady, "Dawn," for 12 years. We were both married when we met. I fell in love with her, and a...

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