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PA State Police Car Catches Fire On Route 80
The blaze happened on Route 80 near mile marker 272.1, said White Haven Fire Company. Troopers brought the flames under control by the time firefighters arrived, and a hose was used to soak down the engine compartment, authorities said. No one was injured, the fire company added. Daily Voice has...
Pennsylvania Establishes Specialized Office for Dementia Care Coordination
Pennsylvania is set to establish a dedicated office within the Department of Aging to lead initiatives and coordinate care for approximately 300,000 residents suffering from dementia and related disorders. Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed a state budget that includes funding for this new Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Related Disorders (ADRD) office. The establishment of the office follows bipartisan support in the state legislature, with additional funds allocated for research on Alzheimer’s and other neurological conditions.
Bridge closure coming up in Steuben County
ARKPORT, N.Y. (WETM) – A bridge in Steuben County will be closed next week for repairs. According to the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, the bridge on Hurlbut Street that goes over Marsh Ditch between State Route 36 and Davenport Street in the Village of Arkport and Town of Hornellsville will be closed to all through […]
Water and Ice Distribution Sites
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Chemung County Office of Emergency Management will hold a water and ice distribution for those affected by power outages on Wednesday, July 17th. Bradley Farms, located at 1543 Maple Avenue, Elmira, and the Erin Volunteer Fire Department, located at 1464 Smartwood Hill Rd. in...
Habitat for Humanity ‘ReStore’ opens in Monroe County
MARSHALLS CREEK, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Monroe County Habitat for Humanity has opened a discount home goods and improvement store in Marshalls Creek, but it’s not your average retailer. The Monroe County Habitat for Humanity ReStore is officially open for business. Carrying everything from patio furniture to paint, at a low price, and for […]
Honey & Blueberry Festival to kick off Saturday
PLEASANT MOUNT, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A festival in the Poconos aims to promote education and the future of agriculture in the NEPA region this weekend. Blue and ripened to perfection; thousands of wild berries at the Equestrian House in Pleasant Mount are ready to be picked and eaten. Owner Roger Aguinaldo drove 28/22 News around […]
$47.9 Billion Budget Boost: Pennsylvania’s Historic Preservation Tax Credit Quadruples to $20 Million, Aiding Downtown Pittsburgh Revitalization Efforts
The new $47.9 billion state budget for Pennsylvania includes an increase in the Historic Preservation Tax Credit to $20 million, offering hope for downtown Pittsburgh projects despite concerns about insufficient funding and unaddressed proposals to extend revitalization programs, with interest from developers and calls for further improvements in the credit allocation system. New State Budget […]
Gus Macker Basketball Tournament coming to Corning this weekend
The Gus Macker Basketball Tournament will come to Corning this weekend and will cause two parking lots and part of a road to be closed. The tournament will be held on Saturday and Sunday in Corning. Players of all ages and skill levels will take the court during this nationwide 3-on-3 tournament.
State university board of governors vote to freeze tuition for Pennsylvania residents
Tuition for in-state students at Pennsylvania’s 10 state universities will remain unchanged for the coming academic year following a vote Wednesday by the Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education Board of Governors. The vote to keep tuition frozen for the seventh consecutive year follows the passage of the state budget last week with a 6% […] The post State university board of governors vote to freeze tuition for Pennsylvania residents appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Senator Ward announces Frankstown Twp. Sewer Project
HARRISBURG (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Senator Judy Ward (R-30) announces a $5.8 million fund toward a sewer main project in Frankstown Twp. The project will replace nearly 25,000 feet of sewer systems with new pipes and manhole covers. The state will provide the funds through a low interest loan from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority […]
Changes for hunting with mentored youth, why trees are falling into streams across Pa.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s board of commissioners made a good decision on Friday when it changed the rules for its mentored youth program. The board approved having mentors to be able to hunt with more than just one youth. The change will be helpful to those who have multiple...
Severe thunderstorms spread across Pennsylvania Wednesday
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A potentially strong to severe thunderstorms can be expected to spread across our region Wednesday afternoon and evening. Any storm may produce downpours, small hail, and damaging winds. The greatest area for severe weather will be in eastern PA. Conditions will improve by the end of the week. It will be […]
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