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PA Cyber Charter advisors, counselors authorize strike
(WTAJ) — Advisors and counselors employed by PA Cyber Charter have authorized a strike after contract negotiations between them and the school have failed for over two years. Following 750 days of bargaining, with a state mediator present for some sessions, members of the PA Cyber Academic Advisors and School Counselors Education Association (PACAASCEA), representing […]
Casey blames ‘scheming corporations’ for rising prices
(The Center Square) – The inflationary pressure squeezing taxpayers’ wallets comes from “scheming corporations," according to Pennsylvania U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. During a five-minute speech on the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the three-term senator told the crowd that rising prices on food and other necessities boils down to corporate greed. “The corporations say your prices are up only because their costs are up,” Casey...
Pa. High School Football Report podcast: An interview with Aliquippa RB and Penn State recruit Tikey Hayes
Since the hosts are chatting about some of Pennsylvania’s best talent just hours before the 2024 season takes flight, a conversation with Aliquippa RB Tiqwai “Tikey” Hayes seems appropriate. Hayes dishes on the reasons behind his decision to choose Penn State, the current state of Quips’ football...
Greyhound turns away Pennsylvania service hound; ADA expert says no grey area: ‘It is not the driver’s choice’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Steven Gailey is a clown. That’s not a slur, the way people use the term to describe unserious people. Gailey, who lives in Pittsburgh, spent about half his life performing as a literal circus clown and now trains volunteer clown troupes, who cheer up children in hospitals. Harrisburg has a hospital […]
Lehigh Valley attorney accused of threatening investigator
An Easton attorney was accused Thursday of threatening an attorney from the Pennsylvania Office of Disciplinary Counsel. Attorney Ronnie Creazzo, 60, of Bushkill Township, sent a threatening email after an investigator from the disciplinary counsel’s office showed up at his home on June 21, according to a criminal complaint.
Report: Pa. State Police pull over drivers at similar rates regardless of a driver’s race
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, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police pulled drivers over at about the same rate regardless of the motorists’ race or ethnicity, according to a study of traffic stops made in 2023. Released last week, the analysis by criminologist Robin...
Pennsylvania's gambling habit costs more than just money
(The Center Square) — Continuing its usual trend, gambling revenues in Pennsylvania keep climbing year over year. Along with dozens of other states that have legalized more forms of betting, however, so has a financial problem for residents. The tax revenue has become significant, but the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board also must deal with routinely punishing vice. ...
Pa. Treasury: Unclaimed properties remain, file claim for return
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Treasury is reminding Commonwealth residents to check for unclaimed properties. Unclaimed properties can come from old bank accounts, uncashed checks or forgotten safe deposits, according to the Treasury. One-in-ten Pennsylvanians have unclaimed property, with the average claim being about $1,600. Looking to check if you have any unclaimed properties? Residents […]
I’m suing after I was forced to spend $38k repaving my driveway – now I can’t even use it because of the repairs
DRIVERS lugged suitcases of items down their unusable driveway after it was recently repaved – they’re looking to sue after the thousand-dollar repair. A city forced two homeowners to repave their driveway after it posed a potential water runoff problem, but the residents said the solution could damage their cars. The Dale family moved into […]
Philadelphia man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution in Western PA
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Philadelphia man has pleaded guilty in federal court to selling cocaine in the Western District of Pennsylvania, including parts of Cambria County. According to U.S. Attorney Eric Olshan, 60-year-old James Pearcy admitted to violating federal narcotics laws. Between January and June 2021, Pearcy...
A Couple of Jagoffs Have Invaded KDKA Radio
It’s a collision of one of Pittsburgh’s most storied institutions and a 21st century icon: a couple of jagoffs have joined the nation’s first commercial radio station. YaJagoff!, the media network that began as a blog celebrating and skewering all things Pittsburgh, can now be heard on KDKA radio. The team of Rachael Rennebeck and John Chamberlin spent the past two Friday nights live on the airwaves; beginning this Friday, a taped version of their podcast will air on KDKA’s two broadcast stations (1020 AM and 100.1 FM) at the conclusion of high school football coverage.
Ty Kershaw, Monessen use big plays to rout Charleroi in game between rivals
The first three times Monessen’s Tyvaughn Kershaw touched the ball in the Greyhounds’ Week Zero matchup versus Mon Valley rival Charleroi, he wound up in the end zone. Only two of those touches counted as scores, but that was more than enough for Kershaw and the Greyhounds as they rolled to a 59-12 win over the Cougars on Friday night at Memorial Stadium.
Washington County man fights insurance company over partial house collapse
CARROLL TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) -- After years of renovations, a Washington County family said they were on their last project in their home when the worst thing imaginable happened. The Camerons said their home on Fourth Avenue in Carroll Township partially collapsed, forcing them out of it."It's hard to look at it. Yeah, it's going to be hard. You know, every time I think about when I got to start tearing it down, it's going to be hard," said homeowner Rick Cameron.Over the last three years, Cameron said he's spent tens of thousands of dollars on renovations, including a new...
Warrants Served to Northern Cambria Police Department
The Attorney General’s Office confirmed that State Police served Warrants to the Northern Cambria Police Department. The statement given to our Newsroom says it’s part of an ongoing investigation and that no arrests have been made. It was just last week we reported on a shake up happening...
Saint Francis Red Flash Unveils 2024-25 Swimming Meet Lineup
The women's swimming team at Saint Francis University has announced its 2024-25 meet schedule, highlighting both traditional and new competitions. Coach Phil Hurley expressed excitement about the lineup, which includes dual meets against established opponents like Millersville and Niagara, as well as new teams in a quad meet at VMI. The season kicks off with the Colgate Invite on October 11-12, featuring competition against Colgate, UMass, and Le Moyne, and will culminate in the NEC Championships at SPIRE Institute in February.
Raunak Doshi Named Women's Volleyball Assistant Coach
LORETTO, Pa. – Women's volleyball coach Sara Spielvogel has added to the coaching staff with the hiring of Raunak Doshi. "I am profoundly excited about the opportunity to work at Saint Francis University, where I look forward to inspiring and being inspired by a talented and ambitious group of student-athletes. I am eager to learn more about our student-athletes and supporting them in achieving their goals to becoming the successful individuals they desire to be," Doshi said. "I want to thank Coach Sara Spielvogel, Director of Athletics James Downer, Senior Associate Athletic Director Lisa Swope, our Friars, and the whole staff for this incredible opportunity."
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