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More funding for home repair program left out of state budget despite high demand
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. — A popular program that helps Pennsylvania homeowners with the cost of essential repairs did not receive more funding in this year’s state budget, despite overwhelming demand in many counties. Almost 18,200 homeowners who applied for help...
AG shuts down Pennsylvania drug lab with arrest of parents — $200K in narcotics found
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A DMT and THC drug lab in Pennsylvania was shut down after two parents were arrested for running it — and the children were at home. Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrests of Drew Divelbliss, 36, and Lauren Divelbliss, 40, after a raid on their home in Eighty […]
Beer News: More Beer Jargon Explained / Ohio Brewery Sues Pennsylvania Over Discriminatory Beer Laws
A craft brewery in Ohio is suing Pennsylvania over discriminatory beer laws. Weve that, “Words to Drink By” and more. Ohio Brewery Sues Pennsylvania Over Discriminatory Beer Laws. On July 17, Urban Artifact, a Cincinnati brewery dedicated to fruit beers filed a federal lawsuit against Pennsylvania alleging discriminatory...
PA’s No. 1 recruit confirms Lasch Bash visit, excited for another look at ‘top-notch’ Penn State football program
The Penn State football team is looking to make a huge impression on several top prospects this weekend at the annual Lasch Bash. One of those prospects who has been a confirmed attendee is the No. 1 prospect in Pennsylvania in the 2026 recruiting class Kevin Brown. As the Nittany Lions look to inch closer to looking up the top prospect in PA.
Police: FedEx driver robbed in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — An investigation is underway after a FedEx driver says he was robbed in Wilkes-Barre. The driver told police he was making a delivery on Kidder Street Tuesday afternoon when three men forcibly stole the packages he was holding and ran away.
Highschoolers weld, 3D model, and build during Tinker Camp
Williamsport, Pa. — A group of 30 high school students from around Pennsylvania discovered exciting career possibilities related to STEM fields during Penn College's recent Tinker Camp. Supported by grants from Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, the Gene Haas Foundation and EQT Corp., the three-day camp introduced students to engineering design, manufacturing, polymer engineering, 3D printing and welding. Penn College faculty and staff led the various workshops in the school’s state-of-the-art labs. ...
CNY softball coach set to receive national honor during Little League World Series in Williamsport
Softball has been a major part of Kathie (Russell) Hucko’s life since she was seven years old. She had such a deep passion for the game that when she had no one else to play with, she’d throw the ball up in the air and catch it, or practice her swing on an empty softball diamond.
PECO Celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day
PECO lineworkers ensure service reliability for 1.7 million customers in southeastern Pennsylvania. Each year on July 10, PECO joins utilities across the country to honor lineworkers who work tirelessly to provide our customers with the safe, reliable energy service they depend on to power their lives. We recognize the lineworkers...
PA Parents can use new app to find accessible playgrounds
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A new app from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society can help families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their kid’s needs. Parents across the commonwealth can now find accessible playgrounds using the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society’s Park Finder app. In a release sent out on […]
PA sees growing numbers of voters for upcoming election
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In the lead-up to the historic presidential election, 28/22 News is taking a look at voter registration in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. As of July 22, there are more registered Democratic voters than Republicans in Pennsylvania with a 360,982 difference. With the presidential election just around the corner, a […]
Affordable housing coming to Carbon County
WEATHERLY, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Tuesday, close to $900,000 was awarded to our area to build affordable housing in Schuylkill and Carbon Counties. Local lawmakers gathered at Schwab School in Weatherly to give away thousands of dollars in PennHomes funds from the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency. The new project at the school would cost […]
Annual arts and crafts festival continues in Eagles Mere
Eagles Mere, Pa. — Eagles Mere is hosting its annual arts and crafts event next month featuring live music, juried art, and craft and food vendors. The 53rd annual Arts and Crafts Festival runs from Saturday, Aug. 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., to Sunday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s festival will be located at the Village Shops in Eagles Mere, at 288 Eagles Mere Ave. ...
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