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Part 1: The Political Beat with Ch. 9's Joe Bruno (November 1st, 2026)
April Cook beats cancer; opponent to become 1st Democrat to win District 34 in decades
Republicans win key local races despite blue wave
York County voters react to Annie Andrews’ surprising Senate win
Democrat flips Monroe mayoral seat
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