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'The Waltons' cast members to visit fans in Butler and Lawrence counties this fall
Mary McDonough (Erin Walton), Eric Scott (Ben Walton), Leslie Winston (Cindy Walton), and Kami Cotler (Elizabeth Walton) will do meet-and-greets. PORTERSVILLE ― Four original cast members of TV's "The Waltons" will visit western Pennsylvania to mingle with fans this autumn. Mary McDonough (Erin Walton), Eric Scott (Ben Walton), Leslie...
Butler City Continues Process For Financial Management Plan
The City of Butler is continuing with the process of seeking assistance from a state agency to improve efficiency and learn more about funding opportunities. City Council passed a motion at their meeting last week to accept a proposal from the Pennsylvania Economy League in the amount of nearly $64,000 as part of preparation for a five year Financial Management Plan.
More Activities Set At Big Butler Fair
The Big Butler Fair continues this week. The 168th running of the fair will feature food, carnival rides and games, demo derbies, tractor pulls, farm animals, concerts, and a professional 4th of July firework show. Visitors Wednesday will be able to experience Animal Costume Classes at 6 in the Horse...
Man Charged After Threatening People At Gas Station
A Chicora man is facing charges after threating two people with a weapon at a gas station in Butler Township. Township Police were called to the Get Go on North Main Street this past Friday after a dispute broke out. 41-year-old Matthew Alexander is accused of brandishing a taser and...
Dog Rescued At McConnells Mill
A dog was rescued after getting injured at McConnells Mill State Park. It happened Sunday afternoon when crews were alerted that a dog was injured while hiking with her owner on Hell’s Hollow Trail. The dog hurt his shoulder and couldn’t walk. The woman and dog were more...
Fourth Of July: Here's Where To See Holiday Fireworks In Montco
Here's an exhaustive list of fireworks shows planned across the region for the holiday weekend. FirstEnergy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave., Reading, will show fireworks July 4, 5 and 6 for the Fightin' Phils games. Tickets can be purchased on the team's website. Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, 600 Governor Drive, Shillington,...
Bridge Tolls From New Jersey to PA Could Go Up 20%
When you think of how expensive everything else has gotten, it's somewhat amazing that the four bridges drivers use to cross from New Jersey to Pennsylvania haven't increased in price in 13 years. That may be about to change. DRPA Considers a 20% Toll Hike on Bridges Crossing the Delaware.
$266 Million Investment: Philly Joy Bank Supports Expectant Mothers, While Pennsylvania Governor Introduces Housing Rebate Initiative
The Philly Joy Bank has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting expecting mothers in Philadelphia, particularly in the Nicetown-Tioga, Strawberry Mansion, and Cobbs Creek neighborhoods. According to The US Sun News, eligible mothers selected through a lottery system will receive $1,000 per month for 18 months, beginning from their second trimester and continuing until their child’s first birthday. This financial assistance is intended to empower mothers by giving them control over their spending to meet essential needs. Additionally, participants will receive supplementary benefits such as financial counseling, home visits, and support from doulas.
Local law enforcement can’t use radars, a police chief says that needs to change
PENNSYLVANIA. (WHTM) – Radar is used by local law enforcement in every other state except Pennsylvania. Hampden Township Police Chief Jason Yerg say it’s time for that to change. “Probably the number one complaint that we get as administrators of local law enforcement is speed enforcement through communities,” said Police Chief Jason Yerg. State Police […]
Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company sued by state attorney general
We have a follow to a News 8 On Your Side investigation we first brought you last week. A Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company is now being sued by the state attorney general for not honoring its warranties. Concord Auto Protect, based in King of Prussia, is at the center of...
As gun violence drops sharply in Pa., focus is on what’s working
The first four months of 2024 saw a 23% decrease in Pennsylvania gun homicides compared to last year, according to the Center for American Progress. Pennsylvania saw the second-largest decline in the country last year. Philadelphia experienced the largest gun violence decline of major American cities in the same period.
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