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Bill to allow medical practice across state lines sent to Gov. Shapiro
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — In an effort to address healthcare worker shortages, Rep. Frank Burns created legislation that would allow interstate licensing compacts to become operational. That bill, H.B. 2200, was sent to the Governor Shapiro on Wednesday, July 3. The legislation would require applicants in healthcare professions to submit fingerprints as part of their […]
Pennsylvania House passes historic marriage equality legislation
(WJET/WFXP) – A historic marriage equality legislation has been passed by the Pennsylvania House. On Tuesday, July 2, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 2269 with a historic 133-68 vote. This passing marks the first time marriage equality legislation has been moved through a chamber of the General Assembly. HB 2269 amends Title 23, […]
Baker’s bill modernizing professional licensure standards/practices becomes law
WILKES-BARRE — Sen. Lisa Baker on Wednesday said Senate Bill 403 — now Act 32 of 2024 – resolves long-standing issues and updates critical provisions to align the law with current professional standards and practices. Baker, R-Lehman Township, said the legislation modernizing the Engineer, Land Surveyor and...
Senate passes bill that would benefit farmers, veterans
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A bill that would benefit farmers, veterans and sportsmen in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate, according to Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35). Senate Bill 916 was approved on Wednesday, July 3 and is headed to the governor for his signature. The bill authorizes farmers to make deliveries directly to homes using […]
Johnstown native, Vietnam veteran celebrates July 4th birthday with annual workout routine
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Each year on July 4th, we celebrate Independence Day. The anniversary of the commemoration of the Declaration of Independence. We celebrate our freedom, our patriotism, and the love of our country. And some of you may be celebrating birthdays, like our friend, Harold Park Jr.
Annual Fourth of July parade held in Friedens
People gathered at the old IXL Creamery in Friedens in Somerset County Thursday morning to hold their annual parade. The tradition began in 1944 when a group of women whose husbands were fighting in the war wanted to get together to do something patriotic, and had their children decorate bikes and wagons to hold a parade.
'Emotions are raw:' Mother reacts to fine against area sanitation company in son's death
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The mother of a man killed when the sanitation truck he was working with crushed him is sharing her story, one day after the business that operated that truck was fined by a federal agency. “It was straight out of a movie,” says Kelly...
Archived footage shows bicentennial celebrations throughout Johnstown, Central Pa region
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — As we celebrate our Independence Day, we thought we’d use this opportunity to focus this week’s anniversary segment on our 200th birthday. Our archive provides a little snapshot of what was happening throughout our region on this day 48 years ago. It’s our...
Johnstown Symphony Orchestra celebrates Fourth of July with patriotic performance
EBENSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Dozens gathered Thursday at the Penn Eben Park in Ebensburg to listen to a patriotic performance by the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet. The repertoire included many well known classics such as “God Bless America” and “You’re a Grand Old Flag” as well as the Armed Forces Medley to honor those […]
Longtime Philly Sportswriter Howard Eskin Barred from Phillies, Sixers Facilities After Kissing Female Employee
Philly sportswriter Howard Eskin has been barred from Phillies and 76ers facilities for making unwanted advances to a female employee at Citizens Bank Park. The post Longtime Philly Sportswriter Howard Eskin Barred from Phillies, Sixers Facilities After Kissing Female Employee first appeared on Mediaite.
Justin Timberlake set to perform tonight at Hersheypark Stadium
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Singer Justin Timberlake is performing at Hersheypark Stadium on the Fourth of July. Timberlake’s show at Hersheypark Stadium on Thursday, July 4 at 7:30 p.m. as part of his “Forget Tomorrow World Tour.”. The singer is set to perform his eighth concert since...
Perry Co. roofing company cited again after owner allegedly let children work on roof
PERRY COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A Perry County business has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor after the owner allegedly let his sons work on the rooftop of a Mechanicsburg apartment in June. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched an investigation into S&L Roofing, Gutters...
Greencastle-Antrim Middle School awards include academics, music, athletics and character
Greencastle-Antrim Middle School students received a host of honors during a May 22 awards ceremony as the end of the 2023-24 approached. The Six Pillars of Character are the ethical values to guide our choices: Trustworthiness. Respect. Responsibility. Fairness. Caring. Citizenship. Students in grades six to eight were recognized for...
Big 190-seat Airbus planes coming to Harrisburg Int’l; airport expects July 4th to be second busiest ever
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — Some of the biggest passenger planes ever to serve Harrisburg International Airport will soon be flying here regularly. Beginning in August, American Airlines is scheduling as many as three daily flights on 190-seat Airbus A321 aircraft and two daily flights on 150-seat A320s to its hubs in Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth and […]
A lack of child care is keeping this 43-year-old mother of four out of the workforce
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. Has stayed out of the workforce because of high cost of child care. Family has pulled back on some expenses, including vacations. Planning to stay in current home because of...
Police: Cumberland County man exposed himself multiple times to bar patrons
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — A Cumberland County man has been charged after allegedly trying to fight people and exposing himself at a Camp Hill bar. According to the Lower Allen Township Police Department, on June 26 around midnight, officers were dispatched to Brewhouse Grille for an active fight. One man, identified as Cody Edman, 28, was allegedly actively trying to pick fights and exposing himself.
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