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A Delco man was accidentally released from county prison. Officials did not realize until days later
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Delaware County prison officials accidentally released a person who was incarcerated at George W. Hill Correctional Facility Aug. 9. According to a county spokesperson, prison...
Blair County Family takes legal action for ‘broken’ driveway
FRANKSTOWN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WTAJ) — Around nine months ago, we told you about a family that wasn’t able to use their own driveway. Well, nothing’s changed since then. It was a nightmare even before they moved in. “It’s been 320 days since we’ve had to tear out this driveway and put a new one in,” […]
Lane Johnson Makes Big Announcement About Future, Eagles
Lane Johnson remains among the NFL's most revered right tackles, despite entering his 12th season with the Philadelphia Eagles. The five-time Pro Bowler is set for another championship run, and will once again be the team's most valuable pass/run protector for the Eagles offense. His leadership has ...
Nordstrom President Apologizes After Racial Profiling Incident in Philly (Video)
A recent incident at a Nordstrom store in Philadelphia has garnered significant attention after claims of racial profiling emerged. The incident, which involved the wrongful treatment of a Black customer, has led to public outcry, prompting a response from the retail giant’s leadership. The situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding...
Gettysburg College Awarded $1.2 Million Grant for Bilingual Community Learning Center
Gettysburg College has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) initiative, funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The grant will support the establishment of a new community learning center on the college’s campus, aimed at providing high-quality, bilingual educational programs for underserved students and families in Adams County, Pennsylvania.
Vandalism found at Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania
The National Park Service said they were alerted to two separate incidents of vandalism within Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania, and now police say they have identified the person involved.
Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority seeks new Executive Director
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA), an independent government organization that operates recreation programs and maintains services in the Gettysburg rec park, seeks a new Executive Director to guide its operations into a new era of growth and sustainability. GARA has long provided residents and visitors with expansive recreational opportunities...
2024 HSSN football position-by-position breakdown: Scouting the specialists
Aug. 22—TribLive HSSN will break down the top players at one position per day until Week Zero. Here is a look at the top kickers and punters for the 2024 season. 1. Peter Notaro North Allegheny Senior, 5-11, 180 Notaro, a first-team all-conference kicker in 6A, committed to Alabama this summer as a preferred walk-on. His leg strength is a weapon for North Allegheny in many ways. Three of his ...
Lawmakers, advocates seek to solve ‘period poverty’ in Pennsylvania schools
(WHTM) — Period poverty in schools is an ongoing problem Pennsylvania lawmakers and organizations are looking to solve. “It is definitely something that has been an ongoing concern and really impacting our youth throughout the Commonwealth,” said Megan Swope, the President & CEO of Making Miracles Happen Inc. also known as the Period Project Harrisburg. “You know, throughout the Commonwealth, over 400,000 people who menstruate are living below the poverty line. And that means that they are probably struggling to afford their sanitary supply. So, what will happen is those that are unsheltered or low income will extend wear or use alternative materials or go without to try to deal with their menstrual flow.”
State police offer tips on how to avoid recent phone scam
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Pennsylvania State Police in Columbia, Carbon, Luzerne, and Monroe counties are warning the public about a recent scam. Troopers say scammers will contact potential victims by phone and claim that a loved one is in trouble and currently in jail or threaten the possibility of jail, even citing specific names.
School safety prioritized by state police as summer comes to end
EBENSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Police are amping up school and school bus safety measures as students return from summer break this week. PSP Troop A will be following school buses as they pick-up and drop-off students this week to monitor for drivers violating school bus safety laws and to remind drivers to stop […]
Trib HSSN Pennsylvania high school football rankings for Aug. 21, 2024
Aug. 21—Welcome to the 2024 high school football season, which kicks off for most schools across the state with Week Zero games this weekend. Before this season starts, here is a quick refresher course on the six 2023 PIAA champions. St. Joseph's Prep won its second straight Class 6A crown and its third state title in four years this decade. Fellow District 12 foe Imhotep Charter won in 5A. ...
State leaders asking Shapiro Administration to give them more tools to fight drug overdoses
PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) – Pennsylvania leaders are calling on the Shapiro Administration to give them more tools to fight and prevent opioid deaths. Pennsylvania has a standing order that allows first responders to use the life-saving drug, Narcan for when a person overdoses. “The standing order was written a long time ago. There was only one […]
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