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Longtime youth sports and veterans advocate Jim Raftis, Sr. passes away at 93

Monday, May 12 by Pat McDonald

The community lost an icon over the weekend as Jim Raftis, Sr. passed away at the age of 93.Raftis was the voice of local events – from Owego Little League to the annual Veterans Day ceremony – for over 50 years.A 1950 graduate of... Read More.

Senate confirms school choice advocate Linda McMahon as Education secretary

Monday, March 3 by The Center Square

The U.S. Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s pick for Secretary of Education, even as the department’s future existence remains uncertain. ... Read More.

WATCH: Sen. Crapo praises RFK Jr. as a leading advocate for healthcare transparency

Wednesday, February 5 by The Center Square

During a U.S. Senate hearing, Republican Sen. Mike Crapo of Idaho voiced his support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Secretary of Health and Human Services, highlighting... Read More.

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Longtime youth sports and veterans advocate Jim Raftis, Sr. passes away at 93

Senate confirms school choice advocate Linda McMahon as Education secretary

WATCH: Sen. Crapo praises RFK Jr. as a leading advocate for healthcare transparency

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