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Lieutenant Governor addresses mayors from across Pennsylvania on safety
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Mayors from across the Commonwealth gathered in Johnstown for the Pennsylvania State Mayor’s Association Annual Conference. Many of the speakers, including Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis focused on addressing safety concerns throughout the commonwealth and what steps the governor has taken to help. Legislators hope the new state budget, passed earlier in […]
Four photographers shot iconic images when gunfire rang out at Trump rally
When gunfire rang out at former President Donald Trump's rally Saturday in Pennsylvania, four photojournalists were there to capture the now-iconic images seared into America's collective memory. The Associated Press’ Evan Vucci took the photo of a defiant Trump pumping his fist into the air with an American flag flying...
CDC warns of listeria outbreak at delis, what to know
(WTAJ) — Meat slices sold at delis have been linked to a listeria outbreak affecting Pennsylvania and 11 other states. The CDC is alerting customers and delis on what they should do to stay safe from the outbreak, which has sent 28 to the hospital and killed two. Currently, New York has the most reported […]
Sisters among Team USA Olympic women's field hockey team packed with Pa. talent
Philadelphia has a new super team, the Team USA women's field hockey team competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They're the team to watch in Paris, packed with East Coast pride as the team features 12 women with ties to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, alone. This team's genuine area pride...
Woman Rescued from Partially Submerged Vehicle in Monongahela River by First Responders
A woman was extracted from her vehicle by first responders after it veered into the Monongahela River on Friday afternoon, Washington County authorities reported. The crash occurred near State Route 88 and Grandview Way in Speers Borough, sending the car down an embankment and leaving it partially submerged on its side in the river, as reported by CBS News Pittsburgh.
Best Virginia vs. Zoo Crew: Game time, stream info, more for TBT Pittsburgh Regional
A rivalry matchup in TBT action is nothing new for Best Virginia. But this franchise of former Mountaineers hasn’t played in this rivalry game yet. The hoops edition of the Backyard Brawl gets a summer chapter, as for the first time, men’s basketball players from West Virginia University and Pitt will meet on the hardwood in July on Monday.
Lincoln Park student Emma Bogacki, 2 others killed in Lawrence County crash Friday night
SLIPPERY ROCK TWP. ― A 17-year-old Lincoln Park student from the Portersville area was one of three people killed in a Friday night single-vehicle crash in Lawrence County. Emma...
What to expect from Washington Spirit in the NWSL x Liga MX Femeníl Summer Cup
Hello it’s your friendly neighborhood District Press writers here to talk to you about the upcoming Summer Cup! In this explainer we’ll provide an overview of the tournament itself, its format, schedule, and closer look at the teams in Group D along with the Washington Spirit. Sound good? Good. Let’s Summer Cup!
Mosquitoes Near Pittsburgh Test Positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes in Highland Park, Homewood, Point Breeze, and Wilkinsburg tested positive for West Nile Virus. ACHD will spray Zenivex E20 on July 24th to reduce risk. Report breeding sites to ACHD. For more info, visit the CDC’s West Nile Virus webpage.
Erie's first Black City Council member will have a street named after him
A portion of Downing Avenue is set to honor the late Larry Meredith, the Erie lawyer, community advocate and the first Black city resident elected to Erie City Council. Council, during its regular meeting on Wednesday night, approved a resolution sponsored by Councilman Mel Witherspoon that designates a portion of Downing Avenue adjacent to Rodger Young Park as "Larry Meredith Way."
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