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Report gives Chesapeake Bay its best grade in decades
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The overall health of the Chesapeake Bay, the nation’s largest estuary, received its highest grade since 2002 in an annual report released by scientists Tuesday: a C-plus. Scientists at the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science made special note of Pennsylvania’s efforts to block pollution from entering state waterways. Pennsylvania has faced criticism in the past for not doing enough to stop pollution from flowing into...
Shapiro signs pharmacy benefit manager reform legislation into law
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week followed through on his commitment to increasing transparency and accountability to support Pennsylvanians and local pharmacies by signing bipartisan House Bill (HB) 1993 into law, providing stronger protections for patients in Pennsylvania and increased regulatory oversight of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs...
This year’s budget overturns local bans on rodeos. No Pa. lawmaker will take credit.
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Harrisburg, Pa. — Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth...
Annual Cherry Fest comes to a hot, sweet conclusion
The 77th annual Fireman’s Cherry Festival will soon end with a spark. Hundreds of people lined the streets of downtown North East for the annual parade. It’s the fire department’s way of giving back to the community for the generous support shown throughout the festival and year. It’s also said to be the largest volunteer fireman’s parade in Pennsylvania.
Teen Charged with DWI in Ellery After Speeding Violation
(WNY News Now) – ELLERY, NY – On July 20, 2024, at approximately 11:22 p.m., Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies, while patrolling Bemus Point, identified a speeding vehicle in the Town of Ellery. The driver, 19-year-old Ryan P. Pattison of Highland Heights, Ohio, was found to be driving while intoxicated.
North East Cherry Festival Wraps Up
The North East Cherry Festival wrapped on Saturday. The day began with the 25th annual 5K where runners or walkers to could enjoy the three-mile course in downtown North East. Over 200 people participated. After the race, people could enjoy snacks and ice cream. The money raised goes to the school. The 5K was in honor of two girls killed twenty-five years ago.
Waterford Heritage Days fills community with pride at annual celebration
Waterford Heritage Days has taken over Gazebo Park and the sense of community pride was overflowing. It’s said that the town’s history helped build the nation. Several hundreds of people have come out for this 51st celebration of heritage. Within a small town in northwest Pennsylvania lies deep-rooted...
Millcreek Township woman thrives after losing 180 pounds, undergoing 4 joint replacements
Karen Newell's body ached so badly that she had to stop and rest just walking the 23 steps from her bedroom to the bathroom. Climbing stairs was so difficult that Newell, 58, limited her trips upstairs at her Millcreek Township home to just one a day. ...
Oil Heritage Festival Begins Wednesday
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The 46th annual Oil Heritage Festival will kick off on Wednesday, July 24. The festival, hosted by the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, will run until Sunday, July 28. Wednesday’s events include the Junior Olympics at 5:30 p.m., and the Elks Club Chicken Barbecue...
Century III Mall in West Mifflin, Pittsburgh, PA: A New Chapter Unfolds
Century III Mall in West Mifflin, Pittsburgh, PA, once a significant retail hub, is undergoing a transformative phase with its demolition. The mall, which has been a part of the community for decades, is now set to be razed, marking the end of an era and the beginning of new possibilities for the site.
Pittsburgh officials, residents come together to honor Gus Kalaris
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The city of Pittsburgh honored a local legend on Saturday.Gus Kalaris of Gus and Yayia's Ice Ball Cart died earlier this month at the age of 92.Several people and city officials gathered to celebrate his legacy at Allegheny Commons Park.Mayor Ed Gainey says Gus' memory goes well beyond his product."It's hard to replace a legend, Mayor Gainey said, "but it's really not about the product that they serve that makes them. It's the love that they pour out. The one thing that people will tell you about Gus is that when they came here, he made them feel special."The mayor says city officials already have plans to name a street after Gus in Allegheny Commons Park so his kindness will live on forever.
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Butler Township’s Walker joins Lancaster hockey team for tournament
CRANBERRY TWP — Ken “K.D.” Walker has a background in both hockey and law enforcement. Both helped bring him to the ice for the 2024 Can-Am Police-Fire Games hockey tournament at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry Township. The resident of Butler Township knew the hockey portion...
Unbroken record: The 59th running of a local vinyl and CD convention brought together regulars, first-timers and pros
Najee Ahmad, 25, smiles for a photo at the Pittsburgh Record & CD Convention at the West View Banquet Hall in West View on July 13, 2024. A new collector, this is his first time at a record convention. (Jess Daninhirsch/PublicSource) The Pittsburgh Record and CD Convention brings together music...
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