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Erie County Prison Warden Kevin Sutter retires
Kevin Sutter, who served as warden of the Erie County Prison since 2013, has retired. Sutter, 53, submitted his paperwork and his intent to retire in May. His last day was June 24, according to Erie County Public Information Officer Chris Carroll. Deputy Warden Michael Holman is serving as interim...
Man killed in fireworks explosion
An Erie County man was pronounced dead following a firework-related explosion. On Sunday, June 30, Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Corry Barracks, the Union City Fire Department and other area fire departments responded to a reported explosion on Hanlin Cross Road around 10:15 a.m. While on the scene, first responders determined the explosion was firework-related. Union […]
Erie Co. could soon see increase in spotted lanternflies
The spotted lanternfly is an invasive pest that has caused damage across the state of Pennsylvania while spreading from east to west. Lisa Rand, the master gardener for Penn State Behrend said that the pest could severely damage valuable plants in Erie County. “A big thing here with the spotted...
Hypnotic Clambake’s Maury Rosenberg Joins Folkfaces at Great Blue Heron Music Festival
(WNY News Now) – Sherman – Maury Rosenberg of Hypnotic Clambake joins forces with Folkfaces for a mesmerizing performance at the Great Blue Heron Music Festival in Sherman, NY. Maury Rosenberg, renowned for his work with Hypnotic Clambake, will be taking the stage alongside Folkfaces at this year’s Great Blue Heron Music Festival. Scheduled for…
Triassic Valley Forge Park: Dinosaur Fossils Have Been Found There, as Well as Other Pennsylvania Sites
Dinosaur footprint found in rocks onsite at Valley Forge National Historical Park in 2017. Of the remnants of the past that have been unearthed throughout Montgomery County, most residents are understandably familiar with those from the American Revolution. But as Stacker discovered in its state-by-state search for dinosaur fossils, the local turf holds treasures much older than that.
Newly unveiled bills aim to modernize access to PA Treasury
(WJET/WFXP) – A new package of bills has been unveiled that aims to modernize access to the Pennsylvania Treasury. On Monday, July 1, State Representative Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie) unveiled the Modernizing Access to Treasury and Housing Act, or MATH Act. The MATH Act is a package of four bills intended to increase accessibility in the housing […]
Logan Schuchart wins Pa. Speedweek 410 sprint car feature at Grandview Speedway
Logan Schuchart of Hanover outdueled defending Pa. Speeweek champion Anthony Macri of Dillsburg Tuesday night to take the checkered flag in the Hodnutt Cup 410 sprint car feature at Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville. The Hodnutt Cup victory at Grandview was Schuchart’s first of the Pa. Speedweek series and earned him...
Bill passed by PA House waives driver’s license fees for homeless youth
(WJET/WFXP) — A bill that would help homeless youth have an easier time acquiring a driver’s license has been passed by the House. On Tuesday, July 2, House Bill 127, which waives driver’s license-related fees for homeless children, passed with bipartisan support. Without the financial struggle, Bill 127 aims to provide homeless youth the opportunity […]
Pennsylvania Proud Boys member sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania man and member of the Philadelphia chapter of the Proud Boys organization, was sentenced to prison Tuesday for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby has been sentenced to 100 days in prison, 36 months...
CA-based lender ordered to pay over $200K for tip and donation scheme
(WJET/WFXP)– Pennsylvania’s attorney general announced they’ve secured a settlement worth more than $200,000 with a California company that allegedly deceived customers into thinking they were receiving interest-free loans. AG Michelle Henry announced Tuesday the settlement with SoLo Funds Inc., who marketed themselves as a community finance platform that matches individual lenders with borrowers seeking small-dollar […]
Pennsylvania lawmakers withhold funding from UPenn’s Veterinary school
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Pennsylvania’s budget is two days late, and counting, but there is one school still waiting for last year’s funding. It’s being held up by the political fight over the war in Gaza. The University of Pennsylvania’s Veterinary School was supposed to receive $33 million last fiscal year but lawmakers told them […]
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