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One dead after crash in Lackawanna County
JESSUP, Pa. — One person is dead, and another is in the hospital after a crash just before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday in Lackawanna County. Crews responded to a crash that happened near the intersection of Grassy Island Ave and Hill Street in Jessup. A 73-year-old female, whose name...
More than 200 new jobs coming to Tioga County Pa. plant thanks to $100 million expansion
A Tioga County, Pennsylvania manufacturing facility will add more than 200 jobs to its workforce through a $100 million expansion project. Victaulic, a leading producer of grooved mechanical pipe joining and flow control systems, will construct a 150,000-square-foot addition to its Lawrenceville foundry to accommodate new molding lines, melt furnaces, core machines, and automated finishing and paint equipment to help produce larger scale products.
Special traffic patterns announced for NASCAR at Pocono Raceway
LONG POND, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — With NASCAR's return to the Pocono Raceway from July 12 to 14, special traffic patterns will be put in place for the area. Pennsylvania State Police in Fern Ridge are placing special traffic patterns into effect to help motorists attending the NASCAR race on Sunday, July 14 in Long Pond.
10-year-old girl’s foot run over at Eldridge Park
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) –A ten-year-old girl is recovering and, according to her family, faces a long road of recovery after her foot was run over at Eldridge Park. The family claims 10-year-old Serenity Roloson was hit by a vehicle driven by a park worker. “She was going down to see her friend and hug her friend, […]
Recent election text scam prompts county warning to residents
Williamsport, Pa. — Don't be duped by false claims or scams, and don't be a victim to mis- or disinformation. This is the message from the Lycoming County Board of Elections on Tuesday. "Between now and the November election, Lycoming County residents should be extremely cautious of election-related phone calls, texts, and emails that may actually be fraud or phishing attempts," a news release warned. The warning should not be...
‘Clinging’ creature with painful sting invading Jersey Shore
If you’re heading to the Jersey Shore any time this summer, keep your eyes peeled for a small creature that packs a big punch. Officials want people to be wary of an invasive species of jellyfish that appears to be getting more prevalent in the region. If you purchase...
Three Pa. educators to study Lake Erie issues aboard EPA research vessel Lake Guardian
When the Environmental Protection Agency research vessel Lake Guardian arrives in Presque Isle Bay, it will be carrying not only scientists but also three Pennsylvania educators. The three, including one from Erie County, were among 15 chosen from an applicant pool of 115 Great Lakes-region educators. Those selected for the shipboard science workshop...
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,” […]
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!. For something new: LONG WEEKEND ALERT! Worth noting: Lots of great live music + outdoor events this weekend Things on my agenda this weekend: R&R; adults dinner out on Sunday!. For your weekend planning.
School tax credit plan advances
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania’s latest school tax credit plan advanced to the Senate floor on Wednesday after a brief committee meeting. The 7-4 party-line vote sets the stage for a larger partisan debate that will divide Republicans and Democrats in the chamber over the best way to spend money on education. A recent constitutional mandate from the Commonwealth Court adds pressure to the charged, albeit perennial, discussion that is...
Pennsylvania bill looks to end ‘control’ social media has over you: ‘Unfair censorship’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will be introducing new legislation to combat “unfair censorship,” when it comes to your social media. The legislation, created by Representative Marla Brown (R-Lawrence County), highlighted two points of concern when it comes to censorship and social media platforms. First, the legislation aims to prohibit social […]
Pennsylvania election official on the greatest threat for the 2024 election
In 2020, the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania faced significant turmoil with election protests, court challenges and threats against election officials, including Republican Al Schmidt. Schmidt, who previously oversaw Philadelphia's elections as a commissioner and supervised the city's election, now holds the position of secretary of the commonwealth, the state's top election official.He said the greatest threat to the 2024 presidential election is the high turnover rate among those officials who are responsible for running elections."Some people left because of the ugly environment with threats. Some people left because it was time for them to retire," said Schmidt.More than 80 senior...
On track: Scranton may finally see return of passenger rail line to NYC through Poconos
It’s been more than 50 years since passenger trains ferried travelers from Scranton to New York City, and many in Northeast Pennsylvania had given up hope that a rail line would ever return. But funding from the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law may finally bring back passenger trains to run between the Electric City and the Big Apple.
St. Mary’s holds annual bazaar
St. Mary’s Church, Dorrance, held its annual bazaar on June 22 and 23. In addition to the fabulous potato pancakes, pierogi and haluski, the bazaar took on added significance this year as parishioners bid farewell to St. Jude/St. Mary’s parochial vicar (assistant pastor) Rev. Philbert Takyi-Nketiah who was transferred to administrator of Holy Spirit parish, Mocanaqua on July 1.
Allied Services set to launch 2024 fundraising campaign
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Allied Services is thrilled to announce the public kick-off of the 2024 Team Allied Services & You fundraising campaign, in partnership with 15-year major sponsor Mohegan Pennsylvania. The campaign launch will be celebrated at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Party on the Patio event on Aug. 15.
Police: two women arrested, six-month-old in intensive care
LYCOMING CO. (WOLF) — Two women have been arrested on assault and drug charges after a six-month-old child ended up in the intensive care unit. According to Pennsylvania State Police, PSP Montoursville was notiifed of an incident that occured on June 26. It was reported that 24-year-old Morgan Vanbuskirk...
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