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Pa. bill would update precinct votes online. Mail ballots don't permit it
(The Center Square) — A proposal for election transparency has one state legislator going against the Department of State. At the center of the split: changes made to Pennsylvania’s elections stemming from the passage of Act 77 of 2019. Rep. Brad Roae, of Crawford County, R-6th Dist., introduced House Bill 2542 to require the department...
Pa. Election 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Requesting, Filling Out and Returning Your Mail Ballot
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 — On Nov. 5, Pennsylvanians will vote for president, U.S. House and Senate, state row offices (attorney general, auditor general and treasurer) and the legislature. While many voters will head to their local polling place on Election Day, others will opt to vote by mail instead. All registered voters in the commonwealth have been able to vote by mail since 2020. Mail voting can be confusing and has been made even more so...
McCaskey WR Alisay Ramos wins fan vote for Pa. high school football player of the week
J.P. McCaskey won just two football games a season ago, so last week’s season-opening win John Bartram was good for the program. And key in that big-time, 41-14, win was the play of wide receiver Alisay Ramos. Ramos hauled in four passes for 132 yards and three touchdowns. And...
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. […]
Pennsylvania State Senator Speaks on Strategies to Lure Workers Back to the Office
Long before he was a State Senator, Nikil Saval authored and published a book titled, "Cubed: A Secret History of the Workplace," where he examines the evolution of the office and the future of office work. With companies eager to find ways to lure workers back to their desks and...
Pennsylvania: Five facts about Erie County
Erie, the northernmost county in Pennsylvania, has carved out a niche as a bellwether in US presidential elections, with a majority of voters picking the White House winner since 2008. - Independents are key - There were more than 200,000 registered voters in Erie County at the last presidential election in 2020, of which 137,494 voted, according to state figures -- putting turnout at around 68 percent, slightly above the national average.
Bob Marley Festival, Arden Fair, 'Handcrafted' event at Winterthur & more events to see
In the blink of an eye, we're staring down the barrel of Labor Day weekend. So, what are you going to do about it? Hi there, I'm Andre Lamar, your guide for finding you ways to enjoy this last stretch of summer with cool events in the First State. Welcome to the latest DO Delaware newsletter, where you’ll discover fun entertainment that will be on tap this holiday weekend. ...
Relief in sight for Route 9 communities after decades of heavy truck traffic
This story is courtesy of Spotlight Delaware, originally published on Aug. 20, 2024. Jerry Collins watched a semi-truck blaze down his neighborhood street on a recent afternoon, glaring from his back porch as the truck threaded the small residential street in New Castle along Route 9. “There goes one now,” Collins calmly said as the truck passed. He’s been living ... Read More
Grants for EJ projects, Montco’s going greener & more SEPTA lines opening
The 2024 Community Resilience and Environmental Justice Fund is accepting applications. It will offer $15,000 grants to 20 organizations in Philadelphia working on long-term environmental justice initiatives. Eligible organizations must be located in Philadelphia, led by those most affected by environmental issues, and focused on building coalitions, community organizing, and capacity building. Applications are open until October 4th, 2024.
Traffic Camera Replacement Scheduled on I-95 Girard Point Bridge
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the upcoming replacement of traffic cameras on the northbound Interstate 95 Girard Point Bridge in Philadelphia. The work is set to begin on Monday, September 9, and will continue through Friday, September 13. This maintenance will occur nightly from 9:00 PM until 5:00 AM the following morning.
Ekko Astral announce Baltimore, NYC & Philly shows
Ekko Astral have announced their final headlining shows of 2024, happening in Baltimore, Brooklyn, and Philadelphia. They’re calling each date “an evening of mascara moshpit” and promising “stacked bills, new music, deep cuts,” and “special surprises at each show.”. Baltimore is on October 16...
Ween To “Step Away From The Stage For The Foreseeable Future” Due To Dean Ween’s Mental Health Concerns
In a statement posted to social media on Thursday, Ween canceled its last remaining performance date and confirmed that the band will “step away from the stage for the foreseeable future” due to continued concerns about Mickey “Dean Ween” Melchiondo‘s mental health. The announcement is the latest in a string of cancellations from the alt-rock oddballs in 2024, a year initially intended to be the band’s busiest in recent memory in celebration of its 40th anniversary.
Know your foe: All things Temple Owls with OwlsDaily.com on the 247Sports Network
Oklahoma Sooners. The year kicks off with an opening matchup against the Temple Owls. To preview this game, it's time for the first 2024 edition of 'Know Your Foe'. In this weekly piece, we bring in the experts across the 247Sports Network who cover OU's opponents on a daily basis.
Cookin' With Grill Boy: Temple Owls meal prep
Editor's note: This addition to OUInsider is in Year 3 and is set to be the best series yet! Each week I put a bow on the previous game then transition to the upcoming game. This edition is only meal-prep since it is the season opener! Per usual, there will be “bold predictions” at the bottom and I implore you to add your own in the message board replies.
Motorcycle Crash Sends One To Hospital By Air Thursday
Officials are investigating a crash that seriously injured a man on Thursday morning in Wilmington. The incident occurred just after 11:15, on Lancaster Pike near the Cab Calloway School. Emergency services from Elsmere, Five Points, New Castle County Paramedics, and Delaware State Police Aviation’s Trooper 4 responded promptly to the scene.
FOOTBALL: Archbishop Ryan Defeats Father Judge in Traditional Rivalry Game
PHILADELPHIA – If one play epitomized Saturday afternoon’s season-opening nonleague football clash between Archbishop Ryan and Father Judge at Northeast High School, it occurred inside the final minute of the second quarter. With his team already leading 7-3 and threatening to score again from the 10-yard line, Ryan...
Embattled Camden school advisory board president resists calls to step down as meeting ends in chaos
The Camden City School District Advisory Board meeting abruptly ended Tuesday evening after more than 25 speakers called on embattled Advisory Board President Wasim Muhammad to resign or be fired. The contentious meeting at the Camden High School campus comes after the school district reached a $2 million settlement with...
Largest shark at Adventure Aquarium in Camden dies: 'They lost a close friend'
CAMDEN, N.J. - Some sad times at Camden's Adventure Aquarium as workers and visitors mourn the loss of a beloved animal. "We are deeply saddened to share that Anchor, the Great Hammerhead Shark, has passed away," the aquarium announced this week. Anchor was the largest shark at the aquarium, measuring...
Environmental remediation project to close Foster Avenue in Gibbsboro
(Lindenwold, NJ) – Foster Avenue in Gibbsboro will be closed between Gibbsboro Road and United States Avenue for the next 9 to 12 months due to a major environmental remediation project at the site of the former Sherwin Williams factory commonly called the Paintworks surrounding Silver Lake. The project will begin on Aug. 30, after which the road will be closed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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