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War on rats gets ugly as hundreds of ‘eyesore’ Empire Bins gobble up parking spaces in Harlem
These drivers are in for rat-ical change. West Harlem has become the first neighborhood in the United States to have all of ...
County supervisors approve nearly $30 million for new treatment facilities
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — The county Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved nearly $30 million, through the state ...
As electric prices rise, PUC offers tips to help take control of summer bill
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) this week reminded consumers about changes in electric generation prices — known as the Price to Compare (PTC) — for residential and small business ...
The surprising power of photography in ageing well
Research finds photography can help older adults reconnect with their surroundings and their sense of self. The best part: ...
State knew of history of abuse at facility where 11-year-old foster child died
Records show that despite documenting years of violence and abuse, the state allowed the operators to open two other ...
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‘A critical missing piece’: Santa Cruz awarded $30M to build residential treatment center
The city of Santa Cruz has secured a $30 million state grant to build a new residential treatment facility aimed at supporting adults with substance use ...
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How cutting Medicaid could upend long-term care for many older Americans
Experts told PBS News that there are ways to ensure older adults get the quality and type of care they need, but most require more resources, not less.