Resident Leandra Nash contends, "(Data centers) see us as a dumping ground," during a public hearing Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in the Dickson City Borough Building. (FRANK WILKES LESNEFSKY / STAFF PHOTO)

Dickson City residents overwhelmingly oppose data centers at public hearing

DICKSON CITY — Residents overwhelmingly opposed the notion of data centers on the mountain above Business Route 6 during a public hearing Tuesday night where borough officials and the community pressed a data center developer for information. A standing-room-only crowd of at least 200 concerned residents packed Dickson City’s council chambers for a public hearing…

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Chief Executive John Lee (right) meets Jiang Zuojun, vice-chairman of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, at Government House. Photo: Handout

    John Lee calls Hong Kong’s CPPCC delegates a ‘steadfast patriotic force’

    Hong Kong delegates to China’s top political advisory body are a “steadfast patriotic force” and make an important contribution to the city’s long-term prosperity and stability, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has said. The city leader praised the delegates of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) on Wednesday as he hosted Jiang Zuojun, vice-chairman…

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    Hong Kong to build elite fencing, sports venues in Northern Metropolis

      Hong Kong to build elite fencing, sports venues in Northern Metropolis

      Hong Kong has allocated land within its Northern Metropolis to build venues for elite fencing, other sports and recreation, with observers saying the initiative must balance top-level athlete training with convenient access for residents. In a written reply to lawmaker Kenneth Fok Kai-kong on Wednesday, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui confirmed…

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