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Dognapped? Lycoming Regional Police investigate missing puppy
Lycoming Township, Pa. — Lycoming Regional Police Department was dispatched on June 27 to investigate reports of a stolen dog. Police responded to a residence on Cottage Ave in Lycoming Twp. for reports of a possible stolen six-month-old pitbull mix. If you have seen or know the where-a-bouts of 'Williow,' Lycoming Regional Police are asking you to call 570-323-4987 or leave a tip on Crimewatch.
Alzheimer’s Foundation offers dementia-friendly July 4th celebration tips
(WJET/WFXP) — With Independence Day just around the corner sure to be filled with fun in the sun, gatherings and plenty of fireworks for many to enjoy, they can also create unique challenges for those with dementia. This week the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) offered some tips to create a dementia-friendly environment for caregivers […]
PennDOT: Weekend I-80 construction to cause westbound delays in Pocono Township
Westbound Interstate 80 will be experiencing construction over the weekend that will restrict lanes and cause "significant delays," according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. PennDOT said the construction will happen within Pocono Township between Exit 299 and Exit 293. Westbound travel will have a lane restriction while construction, for...
Update: Flood watch affecting part of Pennsylvania Saturday and Sunday
The National Weather Service issued an updated flood watch at 10:01 p.m. on Friday valid from Saturday 8 a.m. until Sunday 2 a.m. for Westmoreland Ridges and Higher Elevations of Indiana as well as Mercer, Venango, Forest, Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Beaver, Allegheny, Armstrong, Washington, Westmoreland and Indiana counties. The weather...
Pennsylvania lawmakers advance proposal to allow more hunting on Sundays
Hunting on Sundays in Pennsylvania would be greatly expanded under a proposal that passed the state House on Thursday over objections about trespassing provisions and new restrictions on hunting in state parks.Lawmakers voted 129-73 to send the bill to the state Senate."Sunday is an opportunity to educate our children about the great American tradition of protecting wild places and the deep connection to the land that comes through responsible and respectful hunting," said Democratic Rep. Mandy Steele of Allegheny County, the bill's prime sponsor.She said an exploding deer population was causing farmers' crop losses and the change would encourage people...
Pennsylvania reacts: Gov. Shapiro comes to Biden’s defense following ‘bad debate’
Gov. Josh Shapiro said during separate Friday morning interviews that Democrats should “stop worrying” and “start working," The post Pennsylvania reacts: Gov. Shapiro comes to Biden’s defense following ‘bad debate’ appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Warning for Pennsylvania Parents: Don’t Buy Your Child A Blue Swimsuit
Summer has arrived and that means swimming season for many. If you are a parent, or provide child care while swimming, you need to keep reading. A mother of two children, who is also a swim instructor specializing in kids 6 months to six years old, is warning parents and caretakers against buying a specific colored swimsuit for children, according to ABC 7.
Pennsylvania Urges Safety During Fourth of July Celebrations
Pennsylvania state agencies, including PennDOT, DCNR, DDAP, DOH, PSP, PFBC, and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner, emphasized the importance of safety during the Fourth of July weekend at Codorus State Park. Officials stressed the significance of responsible celebrations and the dangers of impaired driving, with PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll advocating for the use of sober drivers and alternative transportation to prevent impaired driving incidents.
Pa. Dept. of Labor and Industry joins national discussion on rising child labor law violations
Harrisburg, Pa. — According to the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance, last year Pennsylvania saw a 43% increase in child labor law violation investigations. The Bureau investigated 402 cases in 2022 and 574 in 2023, and the trend appears to be rising still. Overall, the Bureau investigated more than 5,200 complaints of alleged labor law violations — a 27% increase in investigations compared to about 4,100 conducted in 2022. This...
Eleven people now banned from gambling in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Eleven people are now banned from gambling online (iGaming) in Pennsylvania. During its monthly meeting, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board voted to ban eleven people who were investigated for fraudulent iGaming transactions. The Board’s Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement found these individuals to be fraudulent in two ways: The Board further […]
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