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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library coming to Beaver County next month
NEW BRIGHTON ― A new program promoted by a country music icon is bringing books to Beaver County children starting in August. Representatives for the Beaver County Department of Human Services and The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Beaver County have announced they will officially launch Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program for children across the region. A part of the Dollywood Foundation nonprofit, the program provides books to young children each month.
Pink, gray and black mold-like substance found: Cumberland County restaurant inspections
The following Cumberland County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania’s health and safety regulations between the dates of July 8-14, 2024. Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave. If you purchase...
A Small Pennsylvania Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Pennsylvania is known for its diverse array of communities, from bustling cities to quaint small towns. However, a recent report has shed light on the alarming decline of one particular town, which has now been ranked as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the factors that have led to this startling transformation and explore the implications for the town’s residents and the broader region.
Video shows Sen. John Fetterman in aftermath of I-70 crash in Maryland
Video from U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's crash in Maryland last month has been obtained by Pittsburgh's Action News 4. At our request, Maryland State Police provided the bodycam video that shows the Pennsylvania senator and his wife, Gisele, in the aftermath of the crash on Interstate 70 in Hancock. Watch...
Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Allegheny County District Attorney's Office experiences limited communication due to cyberattack
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A cyberattack has impacted communications for the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office as of this morning. According to their website, their computer servers are shut down at this time. They also added that they have limited access to email and their desk phones are up and running, but they do not have voicemail capabilities. Anyone who has to contact the office can do so by calling one of two numbers: 412-915-6914 or 412-879-7548. People can also contact the general email address, inquiry@alleghenycountyda.us, or email the individual directly. This a developing story, stick with KDKA.com for the latest
Update: Thunderstorms with quarter-sized hail and damaging winds in central Pa. Wednesday
On Wednesday at 6:40 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning valid until 7 p.m. for Dauphin, Lancaster and Lebanon counties. Be ready for quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. “At 6:40 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Brickerville,...
Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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Power outages impacting Delaware Valley, photos show storm damage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Delaware Valley is still feeling the effects of powerful, fast-moving storms that hit the region Tuesday afternoon and evening. Thousands of customers across Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware are dealing with power outages, and strong winds brought down large trees.The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey said on social media Tuesday night that it had received multiple reports of wind damage in eastern Pennsylvania and north and central New Jersey. "Radar data supports that several severe downbursts/macrobursts (straight-line wind) have occurred," the agency said around 9 p.m.In Philadelphia's Bustleton neighborhood, a large tree...
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