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Pickleball, candle-pouring, obstacle training, and other new businesses in central Pa.
An axe-throwing venue, pickleball courts, and a candle-pouring studio are among 68 businesses that have opened or soon will open across central Pa. Below you’ll find our latest list of new business openings in the central Pa. region. It includes 68 locations opening in 32 municipalities. Also included on the list are a paint store, a video game store, and an automotive repair shop.
Prior Misconduct Rarely an Obstacle for Doctors in Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Matthew Roman used to be Pennsylvania’s top doctor for getting a medical marijuana card. In 2018, the year dispensaries began selling cannabis in the state, Roman was the only doctor to issue more than 3,000 medical marijuana certifications in Pennsylvania, according to health department records obtained by Spotlight PA through a Commonwealth Court decision. Back then, Roman was more than just a prolific certifier. He sued federal officials in 2018, claiming they unconstitutionally blocked people enrolled in state...
'Demstock' brings together rural Pennsylvania Democrats who want to 'jam things up' for Trump
BROOKVILLE Pa. — Hundreds of Pennsylvania’s rural Democratic voters spent the weekend at “Demstock.” Think Woodstock in 1969, with some attendees camping out at the venue, but instead of performances from the Grateful Dead and Jimi Hendrix, it was all about politics. Attendees bonded over feeling isolated in their largely Republican communities and their hope to “drive up the margins” in the match-up between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in the critical battleground state.
Pat Houser Golf Tournament Raises $30K for Skills of Central PA
Four golfers representing Sheetz Inc. claimed the title of 2024 champions at the 19th annual Pat Houser Golf Tournament on Aug. 19 at Toftrees Resort. Hosted by the Skills Foundation, the event raised over $30,000 to assist people with intellectual disabilities supported by Skills of Central PA in 17 counties. Competing in a “shamble” format, 22 teams squared off in the tournament, which memorializes a founding member of the Skills Board of Directors, Pat Houser. Jack Wagner, Ryan Pugh, Jason Nagy and Jonathan Madey comprised the winning team from Sheetz. Finishing second overall, was the UPMC Altoona Team of Tim Balconi, Dan Casillo and...
Squad Member Summer Lee Says Pelosi Wrong That Harris Should Govern From Center: ‘Progressive Ideals’ Are ‘What Average American Wants’
Pennsylvania Democrat Rep. Summer Lee said she does not agree with former Democratic Speaker of the House Rep. Nancy Pelosi that party nominee Vice President Kamala Harris must govern “from the center” if elected in November, saying instead that Americans prefer progressive left ideas and policy. On the...
Barracks across Pennsylvania will see new state troopers
MANHEIM, Pa. (WTAJ) — State police barracks across the Commonwealth will see new troopers joining the ranks after 59 cadets graduated from the PSP Academy. Commissioner Col. Christopher L. Paris congratulated the new troopers of the 170th class during a ceremony last week. “Today is the result of a more than six-month commitment from a […]
Early offense helps IronPigs bury Rochester and earn a series split
ALLENTOWN - The IronPigs raced out to an 8-0 lead and cruised to a 13-2 win over Rochester on Sunday afternoon at Coca-Cola Park. Scott Kingery, Kody Clemens and Jim Haley all had multiple hits and home runs as Lehigh Valley won their third straight. The IronPigs will continue the...
With temps in the 90s again, here are the pools that remain open
While it will be hot in the Pittsburgh area this week, with Real Feel temperatures in the 90s, not all public pools will be open. In the city, only the Highland Park, Moore and Ormsby pools will be open Monday through Friday.
Watch Live: Trump attempted assassination task force tours Butler Farm Show grounds
BUTLER COUNTY, PA. (KDKA) - Members of the task force on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump are in Butler County assessing the Butler Farm Show grounds.The task force, along with several members of Congress including U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly of Butler and Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado, are touring the Butler Farm Show grounds to gain first-hand knowledge of the events leading up to the shooting.Latest on the Trump assassination attempt investigationFollowing the U.S. Secret Services' investigation into the attempted assassination during a campaign rally on July 13, five people were put on leave as disciplinary...
Morning Roundup: Woman shot in North Braddock; school start delayed for Brentwood middle, high school
Here are the latest news items from this morning, Monday, Aug. 26:. A woman was shot in North Braddock early Sunday morning, according to Allegheny County Police. In a release issued late Sunday night, police said the shooting in the 900 block of Bell Avenue at 1:55 a.m. A 20-year-old...
Carnegie Mellon restricts protests, demonstrations in updated policy
Aug. 26—Protests, rallies and other expressive events at Carnegie Mellon University with 25 or more participants must be registered in advance or officials may prevent or disband the gathering and weigh sanctions against its organizers. The language comes from an updated policy on such demonstrations that senior leaders notified campus of as classes began this week. The move by Carnegie Mellon ...
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