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How does Pa.’s new school funding work and how much will your district get?
Funding for Pennsylvania’s K-12 public education system is the centerpiece of the 2024-25 budget deal approved last week – both in terms of sheer dollar value and the legal issues that have surrounded it. Most lawmakers have cited a figure of $1.1 billion in new spending for public...
Three Geisinger hospitals recognized as ‘high-performing’
Three Geisinger hospitals have been recognized for high performance in the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” rankings, including two named as a 2024-2025 Best Hospital. Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center were named among the Best Hospitals in Pennsylvania, with Geisinger Wyoming...
Two Montgomery County Towns Are the Wealthiest in Pa., One’s Median Annual Income Is Nearly $350,000
335 Woodley Road in Merion Station. Using U.S. Census and Redfin data, editors at Suburban 101 have listed Pa.’s richest towns, including Merion Station. Using U.S. Census Bureau and Redfin data, editors at Suburban 101 have listed Pennsylvania’s 10 richest towns, with two Montgomery County inclusions. Joselynn Chua reported the results.
Hundreds attend vigil for man killed at Trump rally in Pennsylvania before visitation Thursday
Hundreds of people who gathered to remember the former fire chief fatally shot at a rally for former President Donald Trump have been urged to find "unity" as the area in rural Pennsylvania
New PA Lottery drawing offers $305,000 in prizes
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Lottery opened a new drawing to players Wednesday with prizes totaling $305,000. Campfire Cash Second-Chance Drawing is now open for players to submit both winning and non-winning tickets from a licensed Lottery retailer, excluding tickets purchased online. Eligible players have the chance to receive prizes up to $50,000 and […]
Workers, lawmaker to rally at gaming conference to demand smoke-free casinos in Pa.
Casino workers, union advocates, and the chair of the state House health committee plan to rally Thursday during a gaming conference in Pittsburgh to demand the elimination of smoking in casinos and other venues. Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny — chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee — and...
Plum residents have some answers 1 year after deadly house explosion that killed 6
PLUM, Pa. (KDKA) — Nearly one year after the heartbreaking home explosion in Plum, people who live in the Rustic Ridge neighborhood have some answers.A resident shared what the last year has been like for her and her neighbors as they still wait for an official cause."It's one of those things where you go through a traumatic event, we were home, I'll never forget it," said Dana Wood.On Aug. 12, 2023, Wood and her family were in their home when a neighbor's house down the street exploded."I thought somebody ran into my house with their car. The best way I...
Apollo-Ridge girls basketball making strides as it transitions to new coach Raevaan Mottley
Even before Raevaan Mottley arrived at Apollo-Ridge as the new varsity girls basketball head coach in late May, his players were taking part in open gyms. A pair of games in the St. Joseph spring/summer league also were scheduled. “Apollo-Ridge, they were doing things right,” said Mottley, a Greensburg Salem...
McKnight Road traffic restrictions will be in effect this weekend, PennDOT says
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Drivers who use McKnight Road should expect lane closures again this weekend. PennDOT says traffic on McKnight Road will be down to one lane in each direction between Nelson Run Road and Braunlich Drive. The restrictions are scheduled to begin Friday at 7 p.m. and...
Pittsburgh Mayor's Office Grapples with Staffer's Tie to Downtown Shooting Suspect
A shadow of concern has briefly passed over the Pittsburgh Mayor's Office after a recent downtown shooting incident linked to someone within Mayor Ed Gainey's inner circle. In a turn of events, it was revealed that the Executive Assistant to Mayor Gainey is in a personal relationship with an individual who was arrested in connection to the shooting that took place on July 16th. As reported by the Office of the Mayor, the assistant was unaware of the incident, has been ruled out as a person of interest, and is actively cooperating with law enforcement officials.
Pittsburgh's DOMI Launches Permanent Traffic Safety Measures at Negley and Bryant Intersection
Drivers navigating Highland Park are set to witness the deployment of stronger, more permanent traffic safety measures. The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) embarks on a 'hardscaping' project this week at the intersection of Negley Avenue and Bryant Street, an initiative designed to replace the provisional traffic safety installations with sturdier, enduring materials, according to the City of Pittsburgh press release.
Police arrest man linked to Gainey staffer in Downtown Pittsburgh shooting
Pittsburgh police have arrested a city man previously convicted on drug charges in connection with a shooting Downtown earlier this week. Ray Rivera, 58, of East Liberty, shot a man twice in the arm while the victim was in a car near Smithfield Street on Tuesday afternoon following an argument between the two elsewhere in the city’s central business district, authorities said.
Pittsburgh Greeted by Clear Skies and Lower Humidity, Morgantown on Alert for Weekend Showers
Pittsburgh residents can expect a respite from humidity and possible storms today. The forecast puts a bright spin on the weekend, promising dry weather and clear skies as high pressure makes its way into the area. After early morning fog and low clouds dissipate, we're looking at scattered cumulus clouds but also relief from the mugginess that's clung to the city streets like an unwelcome second skin, according to the National Weather Service.
Jeff Capel Expresses Gratitude on 93.7 The Fan After New Contract Extension
On Wednesday, Pitt announced that head coach Jeff Capel has signed a three-year extension to remain the head coach of the University’s basketball program through 2029-30. Shortly after the announcement, Capel joined Jeff Hathhorn, his co-host of The Jeff Capel Show that runs throughout each season. Capel and Hathhorn discussed Capel’s extension, his journey from year one to today, and much more. Capel elaborated on the program’s recent success as well as his feelings following the rough 2021 season. Check out the full interview here.
Pittsburgh CLO to Present A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL & More This Holiday Season
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed its holiday season productions for 2024, promising a mix of laughter, tradition, and holiday spirit with two spectacular shows. From November 29th to December 22nd, the Greer Cabaret Theater will host the wickedly fun WHO'S HOLIDAY! and from December 13th to December 22nd, at the Byham Theater, the beloved holiday tradition continues with A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL featuring a new Scrooge, Charles Shaughnessy (The Nanny, Days of our Lives).
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