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January 2, 2026

Preparing for the politics of 2026

THERE IS SOMETHING CLARIFYING about opening a fresh calendar. The pages are clean, the boxes empty, the year ahead undefined. It invites planning even as experience reminds us that no year ever unfolds exactly as written.

Dozens brrr-ave icy temps for Glassport legion’s polar plunge
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Dozens brrr-ave icy temps for Glassport legion’s polar plunge
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
January 2, 2026
The Glassport American Legion holds the annual event to raise money for the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. The Polar Bear Plunge in Glassport doesn’t last very long. For those running in, inclu...
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New year, another toll hike in Pa.
January 2, 2026
This is the smallest annual toll increase set by the commission in the last 12 years. By the MVI As planned, Pennsylvania Turnpike toll charges will go up 4% starting Sunday. The money from the hikes,...
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NYE storm drops up to 5 inches of snow across region
January 2, 2026
Dry air is expected through the weekend with warmer temperatures predicted for next week. By the MVI The new year rang in with high winds and heavy snow that put a damper on New Year’s Eve festivities...
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SATURDAY
January 2, 2026
MVI Food Columnist Christine Haines has a sweet new recipe this week on Saturday’s Food page.