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Voting is one of the most important rights every American citizen has. Registration deadlines in many states are just days away — take a few minutes today to make sure you’re registered and ready.

Election Day is November 3, 2026

KEY DATES & DEADLINES

Early October Registration deadlines begin. Some states close registration as early as the first week of October — don’t wait. Mid–late October Early voting & mail ballot requests. Many states open early in-person voting and set deadlines to request a mail or absentee ballot. Tues., Nov. 3 Election Day Polls open across the country. Check your polling place hours before you go. Registration deadlines vary widely. A few examples: Tennessee Mon., Oct. 5North Carolina Fri., Oct. 9, 5 p.m. New Jersey Tue., Oct. 13 Connecticut (online or mail) Fri., Oct. 16 New York (received by) Sat., Oct. 24

Mount Ephraim Shred Event 11/21/26

Saturday, November 21, from 9 AM to 12 Noon, Mount Ephraim Borough Hall,121 South Black Horse Pike.

ACCEPTED ITEMS: CONFINDENTIAL DOCUMENTS ONLY, AND STAPLED DOCUMENTS

DNREC Updates Hunting Regulations for Hunters 16 to 20 Years of Age

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control’s (DNREC) Division of Fish and Wildlife has updated Delaware hunting regulations concerning direct supervision impacting 18- to 20-year-old hunters after a state Supreme Court ruling struck down an earlier state Superior Court decision that had allowed hunters 18 to 20 years of age to hunt without direct supervision when using a range of hunting firearms.

The high court reversal pertains to House Bill 451, a 2022 law amending the age in which a person can possess, purchase and sell a firearm in Delaware. The law, which had a three-year grace period for full enactment, did not specifically focus on hunting and is still under a federal court challenge. Some of its provisions regarding supervised and unsupervised hunting have been effected by House Substitute 1 for House Bill 427, which passed into law earlier this year. That law allows hunters who are 16 to 17 years old to hunt without direct supervision if certain requirements are met. Separately, HB 427 allows individuals aged 16 to under 18 to hunt without direct supervision if they have permission from a parent or guardian, have completed an approved basic hunter education course, and are in possession of a valid hunting license.

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The Hidden Risk of GLP-1 Drugs

By Jessica Starr and Emily Stein

For millions of Americans, GLP-1 medications have become an important tool for managing diabetes and obesity. But patients considering these drugs should understand that the number on the scale does not tell the whole story.

Rapid weight loss often comes with reductions in bone density and muscle mass, changes that can compromise strength and mobility while increasing fracture risk. For that reason, GLP-1 treatment should not be viewed as a stand-alone intervention. Patients can benefit from combining such medications with medical supervision, adequate nutrition, and a consistent program of resistance and weight-bearing exercise.

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Made in Philadelphia Presents 10th Anniversary Fall Market

Philadelphia, PA – The Made in Philadelphia Fall Market is celebrating its 10th anniversary this October, marking a decade of bringing local makers, small businesses and fall festivities to the heart of Center City. Brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia in partnership with the Center City District (CCD), the beloved outdoor marketplace returns to Dilworth Park from Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11, 2026. For one festive fall weekend, visitors can shop from more than 80 vendors, including makers and small businesses from Philadelphia, the tri-state area and beyond, while enjoying seasonal food, unique gifts and the fall atmosphere in Center City. The market is open to the public with shopping, food and drinks available for purchase throughout the weekend. The market is no charge, family friendly and rain or shine. For more info, visit www.madeinphila.com

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What Makes a Pneumatic Line Thrower Useful for Emergency Rescues

When a flood traps a person beyond a washed-out bank, rescuers need more than a clear view. A pneumatic line thrower sends a lightweight line across gaps, over debris, or onto elevated surfaces without placing a rescuer at the edge. The line can then guide a flotation aid, establish a hauling route, or support a second rescue system. Its value depends on reach, control, reliability, and disciplined use. Those factors explain why this equipment matters during emergency rescues.

Emergency crews often work across water, steep ground, damaged structures, or open courtyards where a rescuer cannot safely walk a line into position. A pneumatic launcher sends the first line across that gap, while a grappling hook launcher and line thrower gives teams a practical way to place, recover, and manage rope systems during a rescue. The launcher’s value comes from controlled delivery, not brute force.

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Why In-Person Harassment Training Is More Effective Than Online

Online harassment training delivers consistent information, but consistency does not guarantee comprehension. Employees often face questions about tone, context, reporting, and boundaries that a recorded module cannot address in real time. In-person instruction creates a live exchange where participants explain their reasoning, hear different perspectives, and correct misunderstandings before they affect workplace conduct. That difference matters because sexual harassment prevention depends on practical judgment, not simple exposure to policy language. This distinction becomes clearer in the main advantages.

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What It Takes to Build a Home Golf Simulator You Will Truly Use

A home golf simulator earns its space when it fits daily habits, physical dimensions, and realistic practice goals. The right setup also needs reliable shot data, comfortable viewing angles, safe clearances, and software that keeps sessions engaging. Many buyers focus on launch monitors or screens first, only to discover that space constraints limit their choices. A better process starts with the room and the golfer’s routine, before equipment decisions shape the project.

Before anyone searches for ways to build an in-home golf simulator, the available room needs careful measurement. Ceiling height affects swing comfort, while room width influences stance position, screen size, and left-handed access. Depth must accommodate the golfer, launch monitor, screen, enclosure, and safe space behind the ball. These measurements determine whether a garage, basement, spare room, or dedicated addition suits the plan.

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NJ Gun owners oppose restrictions on non-firearm weapons

ByDana DiFilippo

Gun rights advocates have a new target in their crusade to strike down New Jersey’s longstanding prohibitions on weapons, suing Monday to overturn state restrictions on the use of items like knives, stun guns, slingshots, brass knuckles, bear spray, and bats for self-defense.

The Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs, Arizona-based Knife Rights, and four New Jersey gun owners are asking a federal judge to declare the restrictions illegal and unenforceable under the Second Amendment, saying they prevent people from using less-lethal tools than guns for self-defense.

“The Second Amendment protects all common arms not just guns,” attorney Daniel Schmutter wrote in the complaint filed Monday in federal court.

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Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal Ribbon Cutting

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and the Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) announced the ribbon cutting of the expanded and upgraded Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal in Jersey City, which serves millions of visitors to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island each year.

The $51.1 million project transformed the historic Central Railroad of New Jersey Ferry Terminal, which has largely been unused since Liberty State Park was established in 1976, into a modern facility for future services that can support a multi-functional landing scheme, while preserving elements of the terminal’s history. A key feature of the project was replacing a sunken barge with a new pier structure and barge to accommodate increased maritime traffic and strengthen regional emergency response capabilities. In addition, the sunken barge was repurposed to create an artificial reef to support a healthy marine ecosystem off the Jersey Shore.