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2 days ago | dailyamerican.com | Garret Roberts

A record breaking 72.2 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles from their homes from June 28 to July 6. Automobile traffic is expected to increase by 2.2% as 61.6 million people hit the road, despite rising gas prices. Traffic within popular metro areas is expected to be high, with experts advising travelers to beat the crowds by travelling in the morning.

2 weeks ago | dailyamerican.com | Saman Shafiq

An abandoned pup at a shelter in Texas is being hailed a hero after he stepped in as a canine blood donor for a sick pup, who needed help fast. Bronson, a one-and-a-half-year-old part terrier and part pit bull awaiting adoption at Austin Pets Alive!, a non-profit rescue shelter, saved the day - and a puppy - by becoming a canine blood donor. Nemo, a tiny month-old puppy, had just arrived at the shelter along with his mother and siblings from the Austin Animal Center.

2 weeks ago | dailyamerican.com | Dana Massing |Paul Kuehnel

These are some of the Most Treasured Views in PennsylvaniaPresque Isle State Park offers scenic views of Lake Erie, including sunsets and ice dunes. Lower Susquehanna Riverlands provides views of the Susquehanna River and historic bridges. Highpoint Scenic Vista offers panoramic views of the river and surrounding towns. Chickies Rock County Park features a quartzite outcropping overlooking the river.

3 weeks ago | dailyamerican.com | Madolin Edwards

Blue Hole Creek in Forbes State Forest, Somerset County, Pennsylvania, is contaminated with lead and unsafe to drink. The water in what was once one of Somerset County's best-quality streams is no longer safe for drinking. Recently, Mountain Watershed Association has noticed something is wrong has noticed something is wrong in Blue Hole Creek in Forbes State Forest. The rocks are pale and the moss on those rocks is black. In a few areas, foam was building up.

3 weeks ago | dailyamerican.com | Madolin Edwards

The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies and Somerset County launched a disaster recovery fund to aid residents affected by the May 13-14 severe weather. The application deadline is June 18, and a committee will prioritize unmet needs like appliance repair and individual support.