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Greyhound turns away Pennsylvania service hound; ADA expert says no grey area: ‘It is not the driver’s choice’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Steven Gailey is a clown. That’s not a slur, the way people use the term to describe unserious people. Gailey, who lives in Pittsburgh, spent about half his life performing as a literal circus clown and now trains volunteer clown troupes, who cheer up children in hospitals. Harrisburg has a hospital […]
2024 PSAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll: Women’s Cross Country
The Shippensburg University women’s cross country team has been ranked third in the 2024 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Preseason Coaches’ Poll. The poll, determined by the league’s coaches who are not permitted to vote for their own team, placed Slippery Rock first, as the reigning champions received eight first-place votes. Bloomsburg is ranked second with six votes, while Shippensburg received the remaining three first-place votes.
Lehigh Valley attorney accused of threatening investigator
An Easton attorney was accused Thursday of threatening an attorney from the Pennsylvania Office of Disciplinary Counsel. Attorney Ronnie Creazzo, 60, of Bushkill Township, sent a threatening email after an investigator from the disciplinary counsel’s office showed up at his home on June 21, according to a criminal complaint.
Report: Pa. State Police pull over drivers at similar rates regardless of a driver’s race
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. Harrisburg, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police pulled drivers over at about the same rate regardless of the motorists’ race or ethnicity, according to a study of traffic stops made in 2023. Released last week, the analysis by criminologist Robin...
Pennsylvania's gambling habit costs more than just money
(The Center Square) — Continuing its usual trend, gambling revenues in Pennsylvania keep climbing year over year. Along with dozens of other states that have legalized more forms of betting, however, so has a financial problem for residents. The tax revenue has become significant, but the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board also must deal with routinely punishing vice. ...
Pa. Treasury: Unclaimed properties remain, file claim for return
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Treasury is reminding Commonwealth residents to check for unclaimed properties. Unclaimed properties can come from old bank accounts, uncashed checks or forgotten safe deposits, according to the Treasury. One-in-ten Pennsylvanians have unclaimed property, with the average claim being about $1,600. Looking to check if you have any unclaimed properties? Residents […]
I’m suing after I was forced to spend $38k repaving my driveway – now I can’t even use it because of the repairs
DRIVERS lugged suitcases of items down their unusable driveway after it was recently repaved – they’re looking to sue after the thousand-dollar repair. A city forced two homeowners to repave their driveway after it posed a potential water runoff problem, but the residents said the solution could damage their cars. The Dale family moved into […]
High School Football Concussion Safety
As we get ready for the High School Football Season to start, we spoke with Experts and Coaches about the dangers of playing the game with a concussion and how to ensure that Players are protecting their bodies. The excitement of the High School Football Season is finally here. Even...
Cove Cause for Cancer’s Party in the Park coming to Morrisons Cove Memorial Park
MARTINSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Studio 814’s Morgan Koziar sits down with Tim Guyer and Chastity Beers from Cove Cause for Cancer to hear all about their organization, and their upcoming Party in the Park on Saturday, August 24 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Their Annual Community Fundraising...
Legendary rock band cancels tour due to lack of ticket sales
Helmet was once big enough that the Loudwire.com referred to the band as “post-hardcore icons,” this week. But that apparently wasn’t enough for the band which rose to fame through the early-to-mid ‘90s to cash in on for its current tour. So, per Loudwire, the band is cancelling its upcoming North American tour.
Nolan Grove, 14, charged with killing a 12-year-old in Red Lion, can be released on bail
A Red Lion teen accused of shooting and killing 12-year-old Kain Heiland on April 1, 2023, will be allowed bail with supervised house arrest, a York County judge ruled today. Nolan Donald Grove, 14, who will remain charged as an adult and was previously held in the suicide-resistant section of juvenile detention,...
13-year-old son of Shippensburg University head football coach dies; community in mourning
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A local beloved football coach and the surrounding community are in mourning after the death of a 13-year-old family member. Levi Maciejewski passed away on Tuesday, according to a message posted on behalf of Coach Mark Maciejewski's family on Shippensburg University's website Wednesday afternoon.
59 Cadets Graduate from PSP Academy, Receive New Trooper Assignments
MANHEIM, Pa. – Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Commissioner Col. Christopher L. Paris congratulated 59 Cadets who graduated from the PSP Academy on Friday and officially became troopers. “Today is the result of a more than six-month commitment from a dedicated group of women and men who completed the intense...
Ex-Penn State football stars Barkley, Dotson put NFL on notice after joining forces in Philadelphia
The City of Brotherly Love is beginning to feel a little like Happy Valley East. The Philadelphia Eagles executed a rare in-division trade on Thursday, bringing in former Penn State football star wide receiver Jahan Dotson from the Washington Commanders. The deal unites Dotson with iconic Nittany Lions running back Saquon Barkley, who is also a newcomer to Philadelphia this offseason.
Pa. attorney general reaches settlement with Butler County landlord
HARRISBURG (KDKA) - Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced on Thursday morning that her office has reached a $50,000 settlement with a Butler County landlord over unlawful billing, leasing, and debt collection practices. According to Henry's office, A.R. Building Company which owns 20 apartment complexes in Pennsylvania, was being sued for allegedly inflating its repair cost that they would bill to their tenants for supposed damage to the apartments. Also in the lawsuit, it was alleged the landlord used leases that included unfair and unenforceable terms as well as unfair debt collection practices. "This settlement ensures that A.R. Building's billing and leasing...
Somerset PD seeking man accused of trying to use counterfeit money
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Somerset Borough Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a man they say tried to pay using fake money. According to a post, on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 3:45 p.m. an unknown man attempted to pass off a “large amount of counterfeit” $20 at a Family Dollar […]
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