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  • How a former Trafford manager is shaping Penn Township’s 2026 budget

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very cold with snow showers, with a high of 27 and low of 22 degrees.
  • Friday: Cloudy and cold with flurries, temps: high: 32, low: 26.
  • Saturday: Low clouds, breezy and cold, with a high of 30 and low of 14 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

• Penn Township proposes steady property tax rate in 2026 budget (triblive.com) — Penn Township officials are preparing to vote Dec. 17 on a 2026 budget that keeps property tax rates steady while boosting funding for government, police, and public works. The plan is shaped in part by Finance Director Jaime Peticca, who previously served as Trafford’s borough manager, and includes a decision on a costly HVAC replacement for the shared municipal building and library.
   

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  • Seasonal affective disorder is more than just the winter blues.
    If you are feeling depressed, reach out to your doctor or a mental health professional for help. If you need immediate assistance, help is available!… (Nextdoor )
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🗞 Nearby News

Monroeville

  • Monroeville Mall businesses host 'Jingle Crawl' to celebrate the holidays, remind shoppers mall is still open (wtae.com)
  • Thoughts on Steel City Con 2025 (pophorror.com)
  • Vending machines in Washington County offer unique holiday giving options (wtae.com)

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