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2 Penn State wrestling commits compete for titles today at Fargo: Newsstand
Penn State news, notes, and updates for July 17 include a Days 1 and 2 recap of the men's freestyle wrestling tournament at Fargo. The post 2 Penn State wrestling commits compete for titles today at Fargo: Newsstand appeared first on On3.
He pitched for State High and the Lemont Ducks. Then he reached the MLB — after unique journey
The State High grad always wanted to play for Penn State, but a failed drug test prevented that. Now, at 30 years old, he’s living an unlikely dream on the San Francisco Giants’ 40-man roster.
Harrisburg RB, Penn State recruit Messiah Mickens talks Micah Parsons youth camp
HARRISBURG — A unique pipeline is forming in Pennsylvania’s capital city. Micah Parsons is the architect. The three-time Pro-Bowler was once a standout for Harrisburg’s football team before piecing together a stellar career at Penn State, all en route to becoming the face of the Dallas Cowboys. Three stops to glory while being recognized as one of the best to ever do it.
Community members ask Bellefonte Borough Council for Gaza ceasefire resolution
A group of community members is asking the Bellefonte Borough Council to draft a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Around 30 people filled the meeting room on Monday. Some carried signs reading “Resolution: A Statement of Our Morality” or “Please Save the Children of Gaza.”
IST faculty member Hong Hu receives 2024 NSF CAREER Award
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Hong Hu, assistant professor in the Penn State College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST), earned a five-year, $654,681 U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Early Career Development (CAREER) Award for a project titled, “Enhancing Practical Defense Mechanisms Against Memory Errors and Attacks.”. Q: What...
Hunter Nations named College of Education summer commencement student marshal
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Hunter Nations, a secondary education (social studies) major, has been named as the Penn State College of Education student marshal for the summer 2024 commencement ceremony. Nations, who resides in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania, is the son of Crystal Nations. “It is an incredible honor to...
Pre-term baby cries show they are as developmentally healthy as full-term babies
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Do pre-term babies cry differently than full-term babies? Yes, but upon age correction of pre-term babies the differences may not be cause for concern, according to a new study conducted by a team of researchers from the Penn State Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Shapiro administration secures $500 million for I-83 bridge
Harrisburg, Pa. — Pennsylvania made history this week when the Shapiro Administration received the largest federal transportation grant the state has ever seen. The $500 million Large Bridge Project grant, planned for the I-83 South Bridge in Harrisburg, was formally announced Wednesday at a press conference with Governor Josh Shapiro, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll, Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams, elected officials, and labor and local leaders. ...
Severe Weather Live Stream Update
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Due to a technical issue, Newswatch 16's live stream service is down momentarily. The Stormtracker 16 Team has been on the air providing the latest on severe weather throughout northeastern and central Pennsylvania. Newswatch 16 hopes to have the issue resolved soon, but if you are...
Governor Shapiro’s Ceremonial Bill Signing: Boosting Jobs, Economy, and Shovel-Ready Sites!
BETHLEHEM, PA — On Tuesday, Governor Josh Shapiro, along with DCED Secretary Rick Siger and Lehigh Valley legislators, gathered at the historic Bethlehem Steel General Office (SGO) Building for a ceremonial signing of the new bipartisan budget. The 2024-25 budget focuses on making Pennsylvania more competitive economically, growing the state’s economy, and creating good-paying jobs.
Pa. officials criticized over response to chemical spill at Bartram’s Garden
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia city officials are criticizing Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection for failing to alert the public about a chemical leak near Bartram’s Garden, located along the Schuylkill River.
Tolls going up on more Pennsylvania bridges
💲Tolls have not increased on DRPA crossings since 2011. 💲Several planned projects will be funded by the increase. 💲Tolls went up on the Hudson River crossings earlier this year. You can add the three Delaware River crossings from New Jersey into Philadelphia to the list of tolls...
Canned cocktails now coming to a grocery and convenience store near you
Pennsylvanians have grown accustomed to being able to buy beer and wine in some grocery and convenience stores but soon they may be able to buy ready-to-drink cocktails such as White Claw, On the Rocks, Stateside, Jack Daniel’s and High Noon as well. What happened: Gov. Josh Shapiro on...
Workers, lawmaker to rally at gaming conference to demand smoke-free casinos in Pa.
Casino workers, union advocates, and the chair of the state House health committee plan to rally Thursday during a gaming conference in Pittsburgh to demand the elimination of smoking in casinos and other venues. Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny — chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee — and...
PA State Police Car Catches Fire On Route 80
The blaze happened on Route 80 near mile marker 272.1, said White Haven Fire Company. Troopers brought the flames under control by the time firefighters arrived, and a hose was used to soak down the engine compartment, authorities said. No one was injured, the fire company added. Daily Voice has...
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