King’s messages still reverberate to all who listen

January 13, 2024

This Monday, Jan. 15, the national holiday honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., some people might be wondering what can be said about him that hasn’t already been said. That’s a fair, logical question, considering how King’s life, speeches, leadership and the goals and causes he promoted have been dissected time and time again, especially since his assassination on April 4, 1968, on a motel balcony in Memphis, Tenn. However, since Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2023, a book published on May 16 of last year has provided another round of comprehensive insight into the life ...

A prayer at Christmas

December 23, 2023

Merry Christmas, everyone! May your holidays be filled with an abiding faith in your beliefs and in hope for a bright future for our world. And if you believe in the reason for the season, may you be inspired with awe over the birth of Christ and the sacrifice of the man named Jesus. He and his Father bring hope to our world. While this holiday is a time for hope, it’s also a time to remember that many people out there are suffering — and need solace. Peace. Love. Forgiveness. Many have trouble paying their bills. Many go without proper medical care because of ...

Falling test scores underscore a serious challenge for us all

December 12, 2023

There are times when information emerges that not only is unexpected, but downright shocking. Similarly, there are instances when new findings merely confirm what people — experts as well as many individuals not regarded as experts — long have anticipated. A recent article in The Express was an example of the latter — on a topic relevant not only in the United States, but throughout the world. The information contained in that article should serve as an important guideline in terms of avoiding the unwanted situation ever again. Actually, there is too much at stake. The ...

Strong stance must be taken on fake images

November 30, 2023

Legal experts say faked sexual images of real people are so new that federal law — and state law for that matter — dealing with the growing problem is lagging. The recent experience at a New Jersey high school should, however, motivate Congress and/or state Legislatures to enact strong measures and penalties to battle this destructive, horrific and unconscionable enemy of innocence and decency. At that school, it’s alleged that male students posted fake pornographic images made of female students. Deep fakes, or digitally altered images and videos, have exploded along with ...

‘Most pressing problem’ deserves serious attention

November 28, 2023

Things are not great for many people. Prices at the grocery store are higher — we can all attest to that. Rent is also up. Generally, the cost of living has risen somewhat dramatically in the last few years. Food. Rent. Hygiene. Medical care. Transportation. All of us deserve the opportunity to access these life necessities. Many of us work to earn them. But some cannot work. Some need help. In a story headlined, “Lock Haven’s most pressing problem” in our Thanksgiving Edition last Wednesday, the issue of homelessness and food insecurity was addressed by ...

Be thankful… every day

November 22, 2023

While we hope you will be sitting around a table with family and friends this Thanksgiving Day and giving thanks for the blessings in your life, we hope that’s not the only day you do it. Thanksgiving is a day to embrace giving thanks every day. By giving thanks continually, we are reminded of how much we do have. Have the attitude of gratitude, we say. Being thankful and giving thanks is worthwhile. It brightens your outlook on life, and we all need that these days. Think of those less fortunate than yourself. Pray for their comfort, health and joy. Be more selfless, ...