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Man dead, another injured in Bethlehem after car hits tree during storm
A Northampton County man died Wednesday night after his car hit a tree during a storm in Bethlehem. City police said in a news release that a vehicle going east on Pembroke Road hit a tree about 8 p.m. near the intersection with East Washington Avenue. Witnesses told authorities that the driver appeared to lose control before the vehicle went off the road. The driver, Johny Roustic, 51, of ...
No, a tornado did not touch down in York County. Here's what caused the damage Tuesday.
A series of downbursts caused damage during the storms on Tuesday evening in York County, and some residents and businesses remain without power on Thursday morning. The York County Emergency Management Agency posted a statement that the National Weather Service issued about the storms, which toppled trees and power lines and even spun a Central York High School football goal post 45- to 90 degrees. ...
Shapiro Administration Invests $200,000 to Train Workers with Disabilities for Manufacturing Jobs
From Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. On Wednesday, July 17, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced a new $200,000 investment by the Shapiro Administration in the Community Integrated Services (CIS) Manufacturing Accelerator Program that will provide Pennsylvanians with disabilities the skills they need to secure jobs with local manufacturers. The Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career (MTTC) grant will fund program locations at Drexel University and the Community College of Philadelphia. Upon completion, participants will receive assistance in applying to jobs with local manufacturers, and once hired, will receive support as needed.
August DUI checkpoint announced for Pennsylvania
(WJET/WFXP) – Here’s another reminder to stay safe on the roads as the Pennsylvania State Police have scheduled another DUI checkpoint for next month. Police will hold the checkpoint during the month of August at undisclosed locations in McKean County with the goal of keeping roadways safe and decrease injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. […]
Road construction, including bridge closure, scheduled in South Lebanon Township
The South Lebanon Township Police Department announced that work will be done on multiple roads in South Lebanon Township in the coming days resulting a bridge closure as well as several one-lane traffic patterns. Friday, July 19. The bridge at Birch Road and Short Road will be paved resulting in...
Century plant blooms at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa.
Something very special is blooming at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa. right now.The rare century plant only flowers once every few decades."In its native habitat, it could take up to 100 years to grow to flower. But here at Longwood Gardens, ours is a rockstar, you could say, living life pretty large," said East Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens.The 36-foot-tall plant in the Silver Garden is bursting through the greenhouse."We actually took a pane of glass out and we have hundreds of flowers up top - bees, butterflies, birds pollinating that thing," says Gercens.This one is 22 years old. It...
Search for missing 15-year-old ends
MAHANOY CITY, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police were searching for a 15-year-old reported missing in Mahanoy City. According to the Mahaony City Police Department, 15-year-old Nywan Wallace was reported missing on July 17. On July 18 Wallace was found safe.
Pennsylvania Invests in Job Training for People with Disabilities
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has announced a significant new investment aimed at enhancing job opportunities for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. On Wednesday, Secretary Rick Siger revealed that the Shapiro Administration is allocating $200,000 to the Community Integrated Services (CIS) Manufacturing Accelerator Program. This initiative aims to equip individuals with disabilities with the skills needed to secure employment in local manufacturing sectors.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Settles With Split Rock Resort Over Consumer Rights Violations
BLAKESLEE, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant settlement in a lawsuit against the owners of Split Rock Resort, addressing alleged consumer mistreatment related to timeshare purchases.…
3 things to know about the new Pa. law that could help urban gardeners own the land they steward
The law lowers the bar for “adverse possession.” It’s part of recent moves to improve garden land security. Many of Philadelphia’s community gardens are at risk of being lost to development. However, a new state law could give gardeners who steward land they don’t own a...
BMW Labor Deal to Keep Pennsylvania Parts Pipeline Flowing
The July labor deal reached by union workers at BMW’s Northeast distribution center will help ensure a continued steady supply of OEM parts and happy customers, BMW-certified repair shop executives told Autobody News. United Auto Workers (UAW) voted to ratify a contract that will raise pay up to 33%,...
Blackjack dealer at Penn National Hollywood Casino charged in alleged cheating scheme
GRANTVILLE, Pa. — A blackjack dealer at Penn National Hollywood Casino has been accused of participating in an alleged cheating scheme involving two players that cost the casino nearly $17,000, State Police claim in charging documents. Yadav Bhandari, 22, is charged with felony counts of theft by deception and...
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