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Pennsylvania Attorney General joins multistate effort to support gun sale regulations
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in support of state and federal regulations that govern gun sales, arguing that these laws are critical for public safety. The coalition, led by New York, filed an amicus brief Thursday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for […]
Report: Pa. unemployment remains the same, lower than national average
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry (L&I) released its preliminary employment situation report for July. The report showed that Pa.’s unemployment rate remained unchanged over the month, staying at 3.4% in July. This was the tenth consecutive month at 3.4% and remains under the U.S. employment rate, which is 4.3%. […]
Photos of Pa. man are circulating across the country as a Facebook scam months after his death
Social media posts featuring photos of Pennsylvania man Brian Posch are circulating online, claiming that the father and husband is currently missing and sometimes calling him by different names. But Posch died months earlier. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Lackawanna College & Peirce College Announce Intent to Merge, Creating PA’s Largest Private, Nonprofit Open Enrollment Institution
Lackawanna College and Peirce College announced on Aug. 13 that they intend to merge, based on the shared belief that both institutions are better and stronger together and aptly positioned to help more residents of Pennsylvania transform their lives. Pending the required approvals, Peirce will merge into Lackawanna, becoming a singular institution under the Lackawanna College name.
Workplace bullying isn’t illegal in PA, lawmakers aim to change that
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) – Workplace bullying and psychological abuse are not illegal in Pennsylvania, but lawmakers raised the issue during a policy committee hearing Wednesday. House Majority Policy Committee members heard from advocates, survivors and attorneys about concerns of a public health threat and the need to protect Pennsylvania’s workers from what researchers call a […]
Vice presidential nominee JD Vance speaks on veteran issues at Pennsylvania rally
LOWER BURRELL, Pa. (WTAJ) — Vice presidential candidate JD Vance addressed a group of a few hundred veterans and republican party members in battleground state Pennsylvania Thursday, marking his first stop in western Pennsylvania since being named former president Donald Trump’s running mate. Vance spoke at VFW Post 92 in Lower Burrell, Westmoreland County, focusing […]
Teen pronounced dead in Route 33 crash, state police say
A Hellertown teen was pronounced dead following a crash Thursday night on Route 33 in Northampton County, authorities said. The 17-year-old was driving a Toyota Prius when he crashed on Route 33 South at the ramp to Route 248, Pennsylvania State Police spokesman Trooper Nathan Branosky told lehighvalleylive.com. The crash...
Have Fun Saturday at Hellertown Community Day
Saturday will be a special day in Saucon Valley thanks to Hellertown Community Day 2024, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Dimmick Park. Saturday will be a special day in Saucon Valley thanks to Hellertown Community Day 2024, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Dimmick Park.
Museum of Indian Culture's Roasting Ears of Corn festival to honor Native American, Indigenous culture
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — With each graceful note flowing from his wooden flute, Sicanni Purizaca hopes to inspire the crowd to come together. Purizaca, a flutist and composer, will headline the Museum of Indian Culture's 44th annual Roasting Ears of Corn Festival. "I realize that it's not easy to get...
Malvern’s Dom Pecora Honored in Time Magazine
Fifteen-year-old Dom Pecora, who repairs and sells new and refurbished bikes, is one of the Time Kid of the Year honorees. Here he jumps in front of his shop in Malvern. Fifteen-year-old Dominick Pecora, who repairs and sells new and refurbished bikes in his shop in Malvern, is one of the Time Kid of the Year honorees, writes Jaime Joyce for Time.
Dorney Park hiring 300+ for Halloween. Hotel Bethlehem named nation’s best. | Lehigh Valley headlines
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom has posted more than 300 jobs for its annual Halloween Haunt season, the South Whitehall Township amusement park announced on Tuesday. A news release said available positions include the typical gigs you’d find at most major entertainment venues — food and beverage associates, ride attendants, security.
Easton and Bethlehem awarded part of $41 million in federal funding
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded over $41 million in grants Thursday — and the cities of Bethlehem and Easton were on the receiving end. The goal, according to a news release from the U.S. DOT is "to support first responders and help enhance pipeline and hazardous materials safety programs at the community level for 11 different safety programs."
A running list of back-to-school giveaways happening in and around Germantown
While the weather certainly may not display it, the summer is coming to a close next month, meaning it’s time to usher in the 2024-25 school year. To help families meet their needs for a successful start to the year, various community groups and institutions provide giveaways of essentials like backpacks, notebooks, and even haircuts for your young ones.
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