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Pennsylvania State Police warning public of potentially fatal sextortion scams
(WHTM) — Pennsylvania State Police are warning the public of potentially fatal sextortion scams that have been reported across the state. Social media posts, mainly originating from Nigeria, are targeting teenage boys. According to State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens, scammers are “posing as young females, getting young males here to send photos.” Lt. Col. […]
Will Pennsylvania voters have results on Election Night?
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — As Nov. 5, Election Day, grows closer, Pennsylvania residents may be wondering if they will see results the night of. In 2020, Pennsylvania’s results were not confirmed until almost 20 days after election day. This was due to an influx of mail-in and absentee ballots that had been sent. However, many claimed […]
PPL awards $1 million to dozens of nonprofits across Pennsylvania
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — The PPL Foundation announced that it has awarded $1 million in grant funding to more than 50 nonprofit organizations across central and eastern Pennsylvania. According to the PPL Foundation, the $1 million in grant funding was awarded to 53 nonprofit organizations working to build stronger communities in eastern and central Pennsylvania. […]
State police to hold checkpoints across Pennsylvania roads
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Troopers across the Commonwealth are gearing up for another holiday weekend with checkpoints across the state. State police across Pennsylvania will continue efforts to save lives and keep people safe as Labor Day quickly approaches. Troop A, out of Greensburg, said they troopers will be specifically watching for distracted, aggressive, and […]
Nine new faculty join Penn State’s Social Science Research Institute
The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) is welcoming nine new co-funded faculty members to Penn State. By helping to support co-funded faculty members, SSRI is demonstrating its commitment to interdisciplinary research within the social and behavioral sciences. Mark Ortiz, assistant professor of geography, College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. Ortiz...
Morning roundup: Fatal fire in North Braddock; police cars burned in McKeesport
Aug. 28—Here are the latest news items from this morning, Wednesday, Aug. 28: ------ Man's body found after North Braddock fire A man's body was found after a Tuesday night fire in a North Braddock home, according to Allegheny County police. A duplex in the 1000 block of North Avenue was destroyed by a fire reported shortly before 11:30 p.m., WTAE reported. Officials said the fire appeared to ...
Smokey Bear gets 80th birthday party at Mont Alto State Park
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn recently visited Mont Alto State Park to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday. The iconic wildfire prevention spokesperson was officially “born” Aug. 9, 1944, when the USDA Forest Service and Ad Council developed the symbol for forest fire prevention. Since then, Smokey has...
Larimer’s road to recovery shows what can be done when a community comes together
When Larimer residents talk about neighborhood problems, they don’t talk about shootings or drug dealers anymore. They talk about speed bumps, getting the city to empty the public trash receptacles more frequently and how more businesses need to open on Larimer Avenue. The neighborhood has shaken its old reputation...
Woman Charged With Stealing Over $1K In Merchandise
An Ohio woman is facing charges in Butler County after being caught walking out of a store with over a $1,000 worth of merchandise. Butler Township Police have charged 32-year-old Shamarr Gatlin of Akron for attempting to steal $1,258 worth of merchandise from the Lowe’s located at Moraine Point Plaza.
On the Move: First Bank & Fortis
First Bank Plans Expansion in Trenton and Pennsylvania. First Bank has announced plans to open new branches in New Jersey and Pennsylvania this fall, with a focus on providing enhanced convenience and service to retirees, families, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. The new branches will be in Trenton, New Jersey, and...
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