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Older adults who live in southcentral Pennsylvania have higher rates of melanoma skin cancer, according to a study by Penn State researchers that found that counties with more farmland and herbicide use also have more melanoma, and not just among farmers.
At 1pm on November 22 WPSU-FM finished the most successful fund drive in our history, with more than $160,000 raised from more than 900 donors. Your generosity will help our station’s trusted local voice remain strong, independent, and right here in Central Pennsylvania. Thank you for standing with us!
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Every Monday, poet Marjorie Maddox will read a poem from a contemporary Pennsylvania poet. Listen Monday mornings at 7:45 and Monday afternoons at 4:44, beginning September 15.