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Pa. prescription reform will help keep local pharmacy open
NEW CASTLE, Pa. (WKBN) – Customers of the local chain of Hometown Pharmacy on E. South Street in New Castle say they prefer shopping there for their prescription needs. “Your big brick-and-mortar stores never can offer this. You’re nothing more than a number,” said Jack Melvin, of New Castle.
Pennsylvania natural gas, energy companies close $5.4B merger deal
Pittsburgh-based independent natural gas production company EQT Corp. has closed on its deal to buy back Mountain Valley Pipeline operator Equitrans Midstream Corp. in an all-stock deal worth $5.4 billion. “We are excited to complete this highly strategic transaction significantly ahead of our original timeline and welcome both Equitrans employees and shareholders to EQT,” said […] The post Pennsylvania natural gas, energy companies close $5.4B merger deal appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Finding invasive species, going for Olympic gold, anglers suspended and finding otters
When you walk through the woods and field lots, it’s easy to assume the plants we see are to be there, that they belong in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, there are invasive plants, animals and fish that do cause trouble for the environment and need to be managed. In an effort to document some of...
Former Pennsylvania State Trooper Asking Judge to Vacate Verdict in Fatal Crash
TIOGA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA (WENY) -- In May, a Pennsylvania State Trooper was found guilty in Tioga County Court of causing a crash that killed a Troy Area School District teacher. Now, his defense team is asking for that guilty verdict to be thrown out and given a new trial. "The...
Update: Be ready for damaging winds and penny-sized hail with thunderstorms in part of Pennsylvania Wednesday
An updated severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 8:33 p.m. valid until 9 p.m. for Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland and Union counties. Look for penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 8:32 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along...
Pa. Senate approves promotion of local airman to Brigadier General
An airman from Upper Oxford is one step closer to becoming a Brigadier General in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard following the State Senate’s approval of his nomination. Recently, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved the confirmation of Colonel Jaime E. Ramirez, who currently serves as the 193rd Special Operation...
Johnstown man pleads guilty to federal narcotics violation
JOHNSTOWN — Three years after he was named among 31 people indicted for violating federal narcotics laws in a case focused on Cambria and Indiana counties, a Johnstown man has pleaded guilty to one count in a superseding indictment involving distribution of various drugs. On Wednesday, United States Attorney...
Four Pennsylvania Men Charged with Federal Firearms and Drug Trafficking Violations in Pittsburgh
Four Pennsylvania residents have been brought up on serious charges of violating federal firearms and narcotics laws, as announced by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan. The indictment, served by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh, includes allegations of unlawful possession with the intent to distribute significant quantities of cocaine, fentanyl, and heroin, as well as firearm possession by convicted felons. The Department of Justice press release identifies the accused as Derrick Lyman of McKeesport, Kenneth Hamlin Jr. of Murrysville, Daniel Jackson of Penn Hills, and Devlin Clifford of Monroeville.
Foxdale Village administrator wins award
STATE COLLEGE — Meg Clouser, an administrator at Foxdale Village, received the 2024 Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award by the American College of Health Care Administrators, according to a release by the ACHCA. The award by the ACHCA recognizes high-performing skilled nursing facilities and their administrators. Named after Eli...
Four-star Mason Blackwood sets Penn State official, recaps Rutgers visit and updates recruitment
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Class of 2025 four-star small forward Mason Blackwood will visit Penn State starting Sept. 7, he told ZAGSBLOG. The 6-foot-6, 210-pound wing from New Hampton School (NH) and the City Rocks Nike EYBL AAU program has already taken Rutgers in June. Most recently, Blackwood helped...
Harrisburg health vending machine offers free naloxone, personal care items, anonymously
A new device at UPMC Harrisburg brings healthcare to the community in a unique grab-and-go format. UPMC and Penn State College of Medicine officially launched a “Health to Go” vending machine, one of the first of its kind in the state, outside its emergency department. The vending machine,...
Return of drier air sets stage for enjoyable weekend
TODAY: Stray PM Shower, Warm. Hi 85. Winds NW 5 mph. TONIGHT: Clear, Cooler. Lo 65. Winds N 5 mph. FRIDAY: Drier, Warm, Mostly Sunny. Hi 85. Lo 64. A cold front moving through early today is the big story. Lower dewpoints brought by this front will make for a much more comfortable weekend, although the rain will stay away. In the meantime, enjoy Thursday’s comfort as highs hit the mid 80s. We could see a shower or two in the afternoon, although most will stay dry today. Lows drop into the mid 60s overnight.
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