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Divorce in Delaware leads area states; NJ, Pa slow to break up
Pennsylvania is a known hotbed for people seeking open relationships, but Delaware has trouble staying married. And New Jersey is slow to marry or divorce. Here’s what marriage and divorce rates look like, according to U.S. News and World Report. Delaware, New Jersey and New York have the lowest...
Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics
A whopping 35 athletes from Pennsylvania have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. California is the state with the most Olympic qualifiers (138), followed by Florida (46), then Texas (42). The Olympics Opening Ceremony is...
GOING OUT IN STYLE: DuBois Central Catholic Grad Melia Mitskavich Places Fourth in Nation at the Junior Gold Bowling Championships
DuBois native and DuBois Central Catholic graduate Melia Mitskavich recently placed fourth in the nation at the Junior Gold Championships in Detroit./Submitted photo. DuBOIS, Pa. (EYT) — Melia Mitskavich loaded up the car with 12 bowling balls and embarked on the long trek from DuBois to Detroit for the Junior Gold Championships.
Kennywood rollercoaster reopens after photo appears to show cinderblocks supporting part of the ride
Two days after an alarming photo from oneBURGH media blew up on Facebook, Kennywood pumped the brakes on the Racer, temporarily shutting the rollercoaster down Wednesday.
Gov. Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker speak on Kamala Harris endorsements
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker spoke Friday morning as the Philadelphia Building Trades as the announced their endorsement of Harris for president.
Tyrone man accused of firing gun at home, claimed someone was trying to kill him
UPDATE — Tyrone police arrested 33-year-old Ismael Lucena after allegedly firing five shots from a gun while in his bedroom Thursday. Police said they were called to an apartment on W. 13th Street at around 9:46 a.m. Upon arriving, the responding officer said they heard five loud bangs that sounded like gunshots, according to the […]
LOOKING FORWARD: After Stellar Sophomore Season as a Pitcher for the Punxsutawney Baseball Team, Parker Stahlman is Far From Satisfied
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (EYT) — Parker Stahlman walked slowly off the mound after giving up three runs in the first inning against Avonworth in the PIAA Class 3A semifinals, entered the dugout and sighed. Then, the sophomore on the Punxsutawney baseball team took another deep breath and refocused. Thoughts careened...
Pennsylvania plays take center stage in Bellefonte this weekend
A State-College area volunteer theater company is highlighting local creators with a short play showcase, all written by Pennsylvanians. Andi Stout, one of the writers, said she’s looking forward to seeing everyone’s script come to life. “They're all so different and dynamic, and it really showcases the talent...
Banking Shake-Up: 235-Branch Chain to Close Multiple Locations Unexpectedly
MJP – A network of 235 bank branches has recently surprised customers by announcing sudden closures, justifying their decision as a ‘vital’ step. In the upcoming months, Fulton Bank, a prominent regional financial institution, will be closing down more than twelve branches, forcing clients to travel further to reach their closest office.
What do voters in suburban Pittsburgh make of the new presidential campaign?
A MORNING EDITION team has been around Pittsburgh this week, where we are listening to voters make up their minds. We've been knocking on doors... INSKEEP: ...To hear how people in a swing state have responded to so much news in the presidential campaign, including President Biden's withdrawal. Hey, good...
Inside Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Support for Private School Vouchers
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is being eyed as a potential Democratic vice presidential nominee, but with that attention has come intense scrutiny of his support for a traditionally conservative idea: taxpayer-funded private school vouchers. Since taking office last year, Shapiro has become the most prominent Democratic voice in the state for such a program. Last summer, he backed a controversial Republican voucher proposal to the chagrin of longtime party allies and influential unions...
Dairy financial and risk management conference set in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Center for Dairy Excellence will host its 15th annual Dairy Financial and Risk Management Conference “Future-Proofing Our Farms” on Sept. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel, 4650 Lindle Road, Harrisburg. The conference will feature presentations on dairy supply, annual dairy performance indicators, succession planning and business continuity and more.
PA Senate hearing on combating antisemitism on college campuses
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Today in Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee held a public hearing on antisemitism on Pennsylvania college campuses. The committee is reviewing its own policies regarding harassment and hate-speech, after large protests broke out at universities across the state. Most notably, investigations into campus conduct have been sparked at Penn State University, University of Pittsburgh, and University of Pennsylvania.
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