Charles Mitsak (1946-2024)

Charles J. Mitsak, passed away August 11, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona after a long illness. He was born on October 11, 1946, a son of the late Dimitri & Julia Mitsak. He was born and raised in Sewickley. He is survived by his loving son, Ezra Michael Mitsak of Austin, Texas, grieving siblings Michael Mitsak,…

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(In)Accessible: ‘When vanlife meets abortion access ‘

Pennsylvania Department of Health data from 2020 shows a high safety profile for abortions, with only 239 complications reported out of 32,123 procedures performed. (Longfin Media/Adobe Stock) Danielle Smith – Keystone State News Service In Pennsylvania, a unique mobile van brings reproductive resources to communities across Western Pennsylvania. A new podcast, called “(In)Accessible,” explores the…

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Railroads must provide details of hazardous cargo immediately after a derailment under new rule

East Palestine Train Derailment (Curtis Walsh) OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A new federal rule finalized Monday aims to ensure first responders can find out what hazardous chemicals are on a train almost immediately after a derailment so they can respond appropriately. Too often in past disasters like last year’s fiery Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, firefighters…

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