Stories by Other News

DDT desperately needed

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

In areas where malaria was once nearly eradicated, it has returned. An Ohio letter writer makes a case for giving those nations DDT to fight mosquitoes.

Doolittle Raiders shine in Pearl Harbor

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

Actors shared the spotlight with veterans during the premiere of the movie, Pearl Harbor.

EPA approves new Bt corn from Mycogen and Pioneer

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

A new Bt corn plant-incorporated protectant has been conditionally registered for use until Sept. 30, 2001.

Erie County Boy Scouts win Pa. Envirothon

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

A team from North East High School in Erie County won the 18th annual Pennsylvania State Envirothon.

Guest Commentary: Don’t pinch on health insurance

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

Even if things are tough on the farm, you cannot afford to be without health insurance.

Historical society in Wellsville opens for summer tours

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

The Wellsville Historical Society will open its museum for Sunday tours through Aug. 26.

Indiana bat research in Pa. draws national attention

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

Pennsylvania Game Commission researchers have uncovered new information about a longstanding endangered species of bat.

Interest in WWII is link to our roots

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

The current fascination with WWII goes beyond nostalgia, to a craving for a “watershed, defining, bonding event.”

Local auctioneer earns AARE designation

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

Auctioneer John Kiko joins the ranks of 237 auctioneers nationwide who have earned the Accredited Auctioneer, Real Estate designation.

Looking for ginseng information?

Thursday, May 31, 2001 by Other News

Several organizations can give you detailed information on cultivating and marketing wild herbs.