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Pa. independents could sway the presidential election; here’s what they have to say about it
The skyrocketing concern among Pennsylvania voters over the two major party choices for president after the first debate was no surprise to independent voter Jennifer Bullock. “In a way, this might sound strange given the dystopian landscape we’re in, but in a way fellow independents are like, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Oh, you’re totally horrified by the two choices? Because that’s been my life for a long time,’” said Bullock, a Montgomery County resident and coordinator of the group Independent Pennsylvanians.
Here are the jobs predicted to grow the fastest — and which will decline — in Pa.
A new report predicts Pennsylvania will need nearly 3,420 more nurse practitioners in 2032 than it had in 2022. These jobs are predicted to grow the most by 2032:. That need — an increase of 43% — makes nurse practitioners the fastest-growing occupation in the state, according to the report from the state Center for Workforce Information and Analysis.
Penn State Tuition Increase: Main Campus Rates Up Over $400 Starting 2025
Penn State Tuition Increase: Main Campus Rates Up Over $400 Starting 2025. Penn State Announces Tuition Increase: Main Campus Students Face 4% Rise, Satellite Campuses 1%. Pennsylvania State University has announced a tuition increase for students attending its main campus set to take effect in 2025, according to the published article of 6abc. The Board of Trustees approved the hike to help address the university’s ongoing budget deficit. In-state students will experience a tuition increase of just over $400 while out-of-state students will see varied changes based on their campus location.
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro would bring a battleground state and political acumen to a national ticket
He’s only been Pennsylvania’s governor for a year and a half and just got his second state budget wrapped, but Josh Shapiro already had a national profile for some of the cases he prosecuted during his tenure as the state’s attorney general. Shapiro is one of the people considered most likely to join the Democrats’ […] The post Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro would bring a battleground state and political acumen to a national ticket appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Johnstown family continues legacy with annual Shawn Rager Memorial Food Drive
Shawn Rager was a Johnstown Police Officer for 24 years, who died in 2016. Each year since, his family has hosted the Officer Shawn Rager Memorial Food Drive in his honor, donating the items to the local non-profit, Branches of Mercy in Johnstown. “His goal was to help people and...
Community fundraises for Wiconisco man who lost medical equipment, home in fire
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — The Upper Dauphin area community came together for a fundraiser on Saturday, benefitting a paraplegic father who lost everything in a house fire, including his dog and thousands of dollars worth of medical equipment. Residents in the nearby town of Tower City held a pig...
$8 Billion in College Savings: Pennsylvania Introduces 25% Tax Credit for Employer Contributions to PA 529 Program
Pennsylvania’s new law provides a 25% tax credit on employer contributions to employee PA 529 College Savings accounts, aiming to boost educational savings and support families with college expenses. Pennsylvania’s New Law Offers 25% Tax Credit for Employer Contributions to College Savings Accounts According to the report of WTAJ, Pennsylvania has a new law that […]
Area Woman Faces Marijuana Charges Following Incident in Forest County
FOREST COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — An area woman is facing marijuana and disorderly conduct charges following an incident that occurred in Harmony Township, Forest County. Court records show Marienville-base State Police filed criminal charges against 26-year-old Victoria McWilliams-Borja, of Tidioute, in Magisterial District Judge Daniel L. Miller’s office on July 2.
Penn State women’s soccer position preview | Midfielders
Penn State will be without a huge piece at midfield from last season in Cori Dyke, who recently was selected to the Orlando Pride in the NWSL draft. Dyke was a huge contributor for Penn State last season and was named the Big Ten Defender of the Year. On top of her defense, she recorded five goals and six assists for the Nittany Lions in 2023.
Penn State men’s volleyball pro looks to continue international success at 4th Olympics
A 2009 graduate from Penn State, Max Holt has found success on the volleyball court long after his time repping the blue and white. In May, Holt was named to the 12-man U.S. Olympic roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics, qualifying for his fourth straight Olympic games. During his time...
SCRAPPERS WIN THE FIRST SERIES OF THE SECOND HALF
NILES, Ohio — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers took the series against the State College Spikes with a final score of 7-2 in the concluding game of a four-game set. Joey Butz started on the mound for Mahoning Valley, while State College began with Jackie Robinson. Both pitchers tossed a scoreless first inning, each sending the side down in order. The Scrappers struck first in the bottom of the second inning when Drew Holderbach went big fly to left, grabbing an early 2-0 lead for Mahoning Valley.
Training Seminars Focus on Stone, Carpet and Safety
Registration is now open for training opportunities covering stone maintenance, carpet care and safety procedures. Penn State University, in conjunction with William (Bill) Griffin of Cleaning Consultant Services, will host three training and education events (all hosted at Penn State University). Attendees will learn why and how to clean all...
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