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PSPCA launches first Pittie Fest with $5 adoption fees for Pitbulls
Danville, Montour Co. — The PSPCA are gearing up for their first ever Pittie Fest with special adoption fees. Adoption fees for all classic Pitbulls of all sizes and ages will be set at five dollars starting July 16th and ending on August 11th at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters, Danville and Lancaster locations.
Thousands without power after severe storms hit central Pa.
More than 28,000 Pennsylvanians do not have electricity Wednesday morning, hours after thunderstorms with powerful winds lashed the midstate. Nearly 10,000 PPL customers reported outages as of 6:30 a.m. Wednesday. About 2,000 of those outages are in Lancaster County, and another nearly 3,000 are in Chester County. PPL estimated power...
A Small Pennsylvania Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Pennsylvania is known for its diverse array of communities, from bustling cities to quaint small towns. However, a recent report has shed light on the alarming decline of one particular town, which has now been ranked as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the factors that have led to this startling transformation and explore the implications for the town’s residents and the broader region.
Video shows Sen. John Fetterman in aftermath of I-70 crash in Maryland
Video from U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's crash in Maryland last month has been obtained by Pittsburgh's Action News 4. At our request, Maryland State Police provided the bodycam video that shows the Pennsylvania senator and his wife, Gisele, in the aftermath of the crash on Interstate 70 in Hancock. Watch...
Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Pools of mosquitoes with West Nile virus exterminated in Delaware County
Several pools of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus were discovered and treated across Delaware County this month. Officials say residents should take action in mitigation, but there is no need for alarm.
After sudden closure, Philly’s UArts shares few details in first court appearance, and laid-off employees have yet to be paid
Philadelphia’s University of the Arts recently announced its sudden closure. The abrupt closure has sparked widespread criticism from students, faculty and staff, who have pushed for answers from the university. UArts president Kerry Walk resigned shortly before the university’s last day. The future remains unclear for UArts students,...
Springfield police welcome new officer, Huntingdon Valley Fire Company honors 90th birthday of 68-year member
The Springfield Township Police Department announced that Officer Younes Boujida swore in and took the ceremonial oath of office at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, July 10. The department said that Officer Boujida is a graduate of Ridley High School, Delaware County Technical School, and the Universal Technical...
Jerome Edens Charged In Rasheedah Lane Murder: PPD
Jerome Edens, 67, surrendered to police on Tuesday, July 16, PPD wrote in a release. Lane was found with multiple gunshot wounds on the 2100 block of North Camac Street on July 9, according to officials. She was taken to Temple University Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries an hour later, authorities said.
How WITF and LNP are working to reduce polarization, encourage civil discourse and help communities work together
All day Saturday, I was at a deliberative democracy event with more than 50 people from Lancaster County. They were invited to listen to each other, learn from each other, and find solutions through civil discussion across political or other differences. WITF, LNP | LancasterOnline, Franklin & Marshall College and...
Want to be a PA corrections officer? The DOC is hiring
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – If you want to be a corrections officer in Pennsylvania, the Department of Corrections is hiring for positions in Clearfield, Somerset, and Huntingdon counties. For interested applicants, the DOC is hosting a job fair on July 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quehanna Boot Camp, located at 4395 […]
Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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