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Laurel Health opens new dental office in Towanda
Towanda, Pa. — The Laurel Health Centers healthcare system has expanded dental services in Bradford County, adding a new office space. A Laurel Health dental office will replace dental care currently offered through Bradford County Dental at the Progress Plaza building in Towanda. A new doctor will begin providing care in place of retiring Dr. David Redding. ...
Philadelphia and Surrounding Regions Under 'Excessive Heat Warning' as Heat Index Soars to 105 Degrees
With the mercury pushing boundaries, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Philadelphia has issued an "Excessive Heat Warning," alerting locals of the potential risk posed by sweltering conditions expected to surge throughout the day. According to the warning, the mix of humidity and high temperatures could lead to heat index values rocketing up to a stifling 105 degrees.
Boston Rocks first at Pocono Tuesday
Wilkes-Barre, PA – A fierce summer storm swept through northeast Pennsylvania just before the $17,000 featured pace at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania Tuesday(July 16) afternoon, causing a delay before the race. But when the feature field did come to the track, the Boston Red Rocks sophomore colt Boston Rocks showed no ill effects from being kept waiting, coming his last half in :54.4 to lower his mark to 1:51.4 despite the “sloppy” going.
NASCAR Cup Series: Ryan Blaney not the big winner at Pocono
Team Penske's Ryan Blaney earned his second win of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season on Sunday afternoon at Pocono Raceway. The Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA became the second race won by the reigning series champion since the middle of June. But the driver of the No....
State Rep. Rigby announces infrastructure award for Windber
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Representative Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) announced a $14 million award to the Windber Area Authority to aid in improving the wastewater treatment process. The money, which is divided into a $6 million grant and an $8.5 million loan from PENNVEST, will be diverted to building a new Autothermal Thermophilic Aerobic […]
Nearly all households opt-in to East Palestine settlement
(The Center Square) – According to court-appointed class attorneys, less than 1% of the nearly 200,000 households involved in the East Palestine train derailment settlement opted out of the $600 million deal. A court filing after the July 1 opt-out and objection deadline showed 0.09% of the 190,887 households in the settlement class opted out of the agreement. The settlement class includes households in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Seath A. Katz,...
Local retired art teacher honored by Kutztown Folk Festival
Wapwallopen resident and retired art teacher, Ivan E. Hoyt was honored June 29 by the Kutztown Folk Festival and the Borough of Kutztown for 39 years of participating as a demonstrating craftsman at the annual event founded in 1950 and considered the longest continuous celebration of folk traditions in the United States.
Men’s Soccer Introduces 11 Newcomers in 2024
LEWISBURG, Pa. – Bucknell head men's soccer coach Dave Brandt has announced the addition of 11 newcomers – seven first-year players and four transfers – to the 2024 squad. The additions cover every position on the field from goalkeeper up to center forward, as the Bison look to make a rapid ascent in the Patriot League standings this fall.
Lewisburg Woman Hospitalized Following a Pedestrian Accident
LEWISBURG – The Daily Item reports a Lewisburg woman was taken to Geisinger Medical Center after she was struck by a vehicle while walking Tuesday morning. Police say Sharon Lawer was struck at the intersection of Market Street and South Second Street in Lewisburg. Police say she was trying to cross Market Street when she was struck by a vehicle driven by Cindy Shrawder of Milton. Police say Shrawder had the right of way and Lawer went against the pedestrian walk signal at the intersection. Lawer was hospitalized following the incident.
Class of 2024 Graduate Rayven Sample to Compete in the U.S.Paralympic Team Trials
LEWISBURG, Pa.- Class of 2024 graduate Rayven Sample heads to hot and humid Florida to compete in the U.S. Paralympic Team Trials for the 2024 Paralympic in Paris from August 30-September 8. The sprinter is entered in the 100-meter and 400-meter dashes, which have been his standard events. Sample competes in the T45 category. Bucknell's sprints coach Richard Alexander has accompanied him. The competition will be streamed on Peacock.
2024 PFN Player Spotlight: Getting to Know Lewisburg Green Dragons Quin Michaels-LB
Awards and Recognitions: First Team Lacrosse, Team Defensive MVP. Quinn has a knack for making big plays. He is consistent and instinctive:. What is the best part of being a student-athlete at Lewisburg High School ?. My teammates. How long have you been playing football(any level) ?. Nine years. Of...
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Cassie Sumfest
With the 2024 Olympics 10 days away, the U.S. Woman’s National Field Hockey team is preparing for Paris. Lewisburg grad Cassie Sumfest is one of three provisional athletes on the team heading to Paris 28-22 Sports caught up with Sumfest before the games begin next week.
Investigators release details on plane crash
Lock Haven, Pa. — Investigators have released their preliminary report into the plane crash that killed a 17-year-old Hughesville girl earlier this month. A witness near the site told investigators the Cessna 172N airplane, flown by Maisie Bitler, was only 200 feet above the ground when it passed over him just before the crash. The plane had made a sudden left turn while above the runway at the William T. Piper Memorial Airport in Lock Haven, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. ...
PSPCA launches first Pittie Fest with $5 adoption fees for Pitbulls
Danville, Montour Co. — The PSPCA are gearing up for their first ever Pittie Fest with special adoption fees. Adoption fees for all classic Pitbulls of all sizes and ages will be set at five dollars starting July 16th and ending on August 11th at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters, Danville and Lancaster locations.
Danville State Hospital wins state award for sustainability
Danville, Pa. — Danville State Hospital was recently awarded the first-ever sustainability award by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. The award is presented to businesses who are enacting environmental efforts by changing behaviors, activities, and programs that encourage environmental sustainability. These practices can include anything that reduces carbon footprints, energy use, or improves air and water quality. The Danville State Hospital planted 1,600 trees and shrubs and allowed 16...
DRPA votes to reduce toll increase on 4 bridges between Pa., NJ
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Delaware River Port Authority voted Wednesday to reduce the scheduled toll increases on four bridges, including the Ben Franklin Bridge, between Pennsylvania and New Jersey by 50 cents. The DRPA voted unanimously to increase the tolls from $5 to $6, not $6.50 as originally planned.The agency previously approved its first toll increase in 13 years scheduled for Aug. 1. The increase was tied to the Consumer Price Index slated for the same day. The resolution passed Wednesday also pushed back the increase by one month — tolls will now go up on Sept. 1.Delaware River Port Authority chairman James Schultz said last week the CPI would bump the toll up $1.50. Instead, the DRPA voted on a resolution to reduce the scheduled increase by 50 cents."It's essentially a reduction from what the consumer price index is calling for," Schultz said last week.The DRPA operates the Ben Franklin, Betsy Ross, Commodore Barry and Walt Whitman bridges.The toll increase does not impact PATCO fares, the DRPA said in a news release.Frequent travelers can sign up for an $18 commuter discount on the DRPA website.
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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