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Be prepared for thunderstorms and scattered showers in Northeast Pa. Thursday evening
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 5:34 p.m. for thunderstorms and scattered showers until 7:45 p.m. for Northern Wayne and Southern Wayne as well as Bradford, Susquehanna, Wyoming, Lackawanna, Luzerne and Pike counties. "Scattered showers with isolated thunderstorms will move through northeast PA...
‘Harmful algae’ closes swimming area at Gifford Pinchot State Park
Harmful algae conditions closed swimming at Quaker Race beach in Gifford Pinchot State Park on Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced. The closure will be in effect until the water is deemed acceptable by test results, according to the DCNR. Other activities on or near...
PPL asks regulator approval to raise maximum distribution improvement charge
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — PPL Electric Utilities customers could see their bills increase beginning Jan. 1 if regulators approve the Allentown-based company’s request to raise their maximum distribution system improvement charge. The company currently has a cap on the distribution system improvement charge (DSIC) of 5% of billed...
Delaware County in Top 100 Best Counties to Live in Nation, 4th in PA
Delaware County is one of the best counties to live in Pennsylvania as well as one of the top 100 in the nation, according to a new report by Niche. To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities.
Explosive Tradition Since ’77— Municipality Regulated Since ‘22
Fireworks on the 4th of July is about as American as the Declaration of Independence itself. The founding fathers signed the document on July 4th, 1776. The next year, while the Revolutionary War was still happening, Philadelphia put on a fireworks display. “Look, you can’t have a 4th of July...
Pennsylvania firework laws and safety tips to keep you and your family safe during the Fourth
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Official shows and individuals alike will light up the skies with fireworks across Pennsylvania tonight, and officials are urging everyone to follow state laws. While the holiday is a fantastic time to celebrate independence with family and friends, it’s important to remember Pennsylvania fireworks laws to keep people safe. According to the […]
Dog law fixes pass both Pennsylvania chambers unanimously; head to Shapiro’s desk for his signature
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Pennsylvania dog boarding kennels near state lines and dog rescues everywhere in Pennsylvania can breathe a sigh of relief after a final legislative act Wednesday to send legislation amending the commonwealth’s dog law to Governor Josh Shapiro’s desk for his signature. The state Senate Wednesday passed legislation unanimously Wednesday — aligned […]
Pennsylvania Route 234 reopens after multi-vehicle crash
ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A multi-vehicle crash occurred on PA-234 Thursday. At about 11:45 a.m., a multi-vehicle crash occurred on PA-234. As of 2:42 p.m., the road has reopened in both directions, according to a spokesperson for PennDOT. No word yet on specific injuries, but there are several people involved, PennDOT said. Route 15 […]
Pennsylvania budget negotiations take a holiday
(The Center Square) – The state capitol fell quiet Wednesday after lawmakers left town for the Fourth of July, intent on hammering out a budget deal over the weekend – maybe. The holiday break means the plan could be a week or more overdue. Still, Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, R-Indiana, said discussions remain “engaged,” […]
New bill aims to make restaurant streeteries permanent across Pennsylvania
It looks like streeteries across Pennsylvania are here to stay.Many restaurants expanded their outdoor dining by adding streeteries during the pandemic.George Profi, who owns Ambrosia at 24th and Locust streets, says his streetery seats 30 people and it's open year-round, with fans for the heat."These are the first reservations where people go in and the last reservation that people ask for," said Profi.The COVID dining permits were set to expire at the end of this year. Now, streeteries are expected to be permanent thanks to House Bill 829."There are some restaurants and taverns that have shut down because of the...
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