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Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation and faster growth

Local news September 21, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve after it hiked its benchmark interest rate Wednesday, but the Fed matters less than broader economic trends when it comes to longer-term borrowing costs, economists say. The economy is growing steadily despite being hit with repeated shocks — and may even be accelerating — while inflation remains stubbornly high. And big tech firms are borrowing huge amounts of cash to plow into data center construction while the federal government is still running large yearly budget deficits. All these ...

Adding mini clover to grass seed creates a green, hardy, drought-tolerant lawn

Garden September 19, 2026

Would you like a lawn that grows well in full sun or part shade, requires little or no watering, chokes out weeds, never needs fertilizer and stays green all summer, even when exposed to dog urine? Have I got a lawn for you! Simply mixing clover seeds with your chosen grass seeds will do all ...

In the parks

Outdoors September 19, 2026

Various local parks will offer programs that folks may be interested in attending. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. The programs may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or community guidelines. CCC of Hyner Run NORTH BEND — Join the Hyner Run State Park naturalist on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 4 p.m., and learn about the work the Civilian Conservation Corps did in the 1930’s and 1940’s in the area, the culture in these camps and how it prepared some to be well-disciplined World War II veterans. Meet at the amphitheater by the ...

Sentencings from Clinton County

Police, court and fires September 19, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — The information in sentencings is obtained from public record. It is the policy of The Express that this information will not be withheld from publication. — Brooke Lindsay Wagner, charged with retail theft and criminal trespassing, shall pay restitution in the amount of $36.93 and placed on probation for two years. — Alan Wayne Confer, charged with violating a protection from abuse order, fined $300 and placed on probation for six months. — Alan Wayne Confer, charged with violating a protection from abuse order, fined $300 and placed on probation for 6 ...

Proceedings from District Judges

Police, court and fires September 19, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — The following court proceedings were held before district judges: — Jason Michael Paulhamus, of Lock Haven, charged with criminal attempt-corruption of minors-defendant age 18 or above and criminal use of a communication facility, waived for court. — Joshua Andrew Hanley, of Lock Haven, charged with retail theft-taking merchandise, receiving stolen property and operating a vehicle without required financial responsibility, held for court. — Gerald Wayne Fleegle, II, of Lock Haven, charged with retail theft-taking merchandise, held for court. — Elijah Joel ...

Poorman announces retirement; Main Street office to remain open

Business September 19, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — After operating dozens of companies in Florida, Texas, California and Pennsylvania for 58 years, Stephen Poorman announced his retirement effective Sept. 1, 2026. His second floor office location on the corner of Grove and Main Street in Lock Haven will remain; ...