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It’s been 10 years since the lanternfly landed in Pa. How bad is it?
When lanternflies were discovered in Berks County in 2014, panic set in among the country and region’s top scientists. They feared the insect would devastate Pennsylvania’s robust farming, lumber, and grape industries. A 2019 study projected annual costs of damage could reach $324 million and result in the loss of 2,800 jobs across agricultural industries.
Changes to vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania could be coming
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Changes could be coming for vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania, including making it part of your yearly state inspection. Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-Philadelphia) plans to introduce legislation to combat vehicle window tint that is too dark and blocks too much light. Currently, in Pennsylvania, Visible Light Transmission (VLT) needs to be […]
No injuries after garage fire in Codorus Township early Saturday morning
No injuries were reported after firefighters battled a working fire in a garage in southern York County early Saturday morning. Firefighters were called to the scene of a reported garage fire in the 2600 block of Wilkens lane in Codorus Township around 12:15 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, according to York County...
Gravel Scores 100th Career World of Outlaws Victory at Williams Grove
MECHANICSBURG, PA (July 27, 2024) — David Gravel picked up the 100th World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series victory of his career Saturday night at Williams Grove Speedway. Gravel had to hold off 10 time World of Outlaws champion Donny Schatz after a restart with four laps to go for the victory. Brent Marks, Daryn Pittman, and Justin Peck rounded out the top five.
[LNP | LancasterOnline] Fireworks did not cause the Tollbooth Antiques fire: police
This Columbia Spy photo of an empty fireworks container was taken behind the Tollbooth Antiques building a week before the massive fire there. The container may have fueled speculation that fireworks were involved. Columbia’s police chief told borough officials Tuesday that fireworks did not cause the fire that tore through...
Dave Dombrowski discusses move to get Carlos Estévez and if any other moves for Phillies are coming
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Dave Dombrowski knew it was a seller's market at this trade deadline. The Philadelphia Phillies general manager had to be aggressive to get the impact player that was going to help his team win a World Series. Enter Carlos Estévez. The Phillies acquired Estévez from the Los Angeles Angels during Saturday's victory over the Cleveland Guardians, giving up Double-A starting pitcher Sam Aldegheri (No. 23 ranked prospect by MLB.com) and High-A starting pitcher George Klassen (No. 28). Both players were rising prospects in the Phillies system, a price to pay for an elite closer in Major League Baseball. "It's going...
Controversial Philadelphia radio host makes return
Howard Eskin is expected to host his weekend show on SportsRadio 94WIP this Saturday for the first time in nearly one month. Eskin has been off-air from his weekend show since June 29. Earlier this month, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported Eskin had been accused of making an unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at Citizens Read more... The post Howard Eskin reportedly returning to WIP for first time since ‘unwelcome kiss’ allegations appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Lebanon Valley leader selected for U.S. Chamber Fellowship
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Hershey audience still believin’ in rockers Journey, Def Leppard and Steve Miller Band
Hersheypark Stadium was rocking Thursday as a trio of legendary acts — Def Leppard, Journey and the Steve Miller Band — took the stage. And while these are long-running acts — Journey is celebrating its 50th anniversary — there were adoring fans of all ages at the show.
Community remembers Central Pennsylvania philanthropist
Ann Barshinger passed away at 100 years old, and leaves behind a lasting impact on the people she’s served in Central Pennsylvania. Barshinger was known for her big heart and generosity. Over the years, she’s donated millions to hospitals, colleges, churches, and many more organizations. Ann was also instrumental in the opening of Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, part of Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in 2013. Dr. Randall A. Oyer a founding executive medical director of the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute said cancer never touched her family, but wanted to provide support to the families that we impacted by cancer.
Pennsylvania State Representative Regina Young Inducted as Honorary Member of Zeta Phi Beta
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, proudly announced today the induction of Pennsylvania State Representative Regina Young as an Honorary Member of its Alpha Omega Chapter. The ceremony took place at the sorority’s Grand Boule in Indianapolis on July 27, 2024. Regina Young, elected in November 2020, made history as...
We saved you a bite: Snitz Creek Brewery Palmyra (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
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Frackers Are Spraying Toxic Wastewater on Pennsylvania Roads Despite Seven-Year Ban
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Siri Lawson and her husband live on a stamp of wooded, hilly land in Warren County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the state’s rural northwest corner. In the summer heat, cars traveling on the county’s dirt roads cast plumes of dust in their wake. Winter’s chill can cause a hazardous film of ice to spawn on paved roads. To protect motorists from both slippery ice and vision-impairing dust, communities across Pennsylvania coat these roads with large, cheap volumes of de-icing and dust-suppressing fluids. In Lawson’s case, her township had been using oil and gas wastewater as a dust suppressant, believing the material was effective.
From Iceland to France: More than 2 dozen new routes take off at these Pa. airports
Airlines have launched numerous new routes at airports in Pennsylvania this year. American Airlines launched three international seasonal routes taking off from Philadelphia. And later this year, it will launch two more winter seasonal routes internationally. Icelandair launched a route from Pittsburgh to Iceland. And a new route has launched...
Broadband authority OKs $20M for laptops
(The Center Square) — The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority voted Thursday to spend $20 million on more than 14,000 laptops to grow internet access in the commonwealth. The unanimous vote allows the Authority to award between 20 and 200 laptops to libraries, schools, municipalities and other groups. So far, 130 groups have applied to the […]
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