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Series of statewide legislative hearings highlight challenges of transportation funding in Pennsylvania
With the current Pennsylvania legislative session coming to a close, transportation advocates are pushing for a new funding bill, but many hurdles still need to be cleared.
Hemlock PD: Attempt to identify
Hemlock Township, Pa. — The Hemlock Township Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify an individual. The white male was involved in an incident at W. F. Welliver & Son on August 28, according to Hemlock Township Police Department. Anyone who recognizes the man is asked to contact the station at (570) 784-6543 or email Patrolman Alan Lynn at lynn@hemlocktownship.org.
Flash Flood Watch active for parts of PA
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for parts of the region Thursday night as scattered showers and thunderstorms will move across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. The main threat is a torrential downpour, which can cause flash flooding on roads with poor drainage. If a thunderstorm can become strong, the secondary […]
Wawa offering free coffee for teachers in these states
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Teachers in six states can get free coffee at Wawa for a limited period of time starting on Monday, Sept. 2, the company announced.As students head back to school, educators in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina and Washington D.C. can take advantage of this "Cheers to Classrooms" deal until Sept. 15The deal applies to school staff as well. All the qualifying freebie-receiver has to do is tell the cashier they're a member of a local school system.The offer can only be claimed in Wawa stores and is not available on the app or through delivery services."We hope this small gesture shows our deep appreciation for everything educators and school staff do for children in the community," Wawa's Senior Director of Store Operations, Dave Simonettis said in a news release.Wawa gave this deal to teachers in Alabama and Florida in August.
Pennsylvania trooper injured in hourslong pursuit of drug suspects near I-95 in Bensalem
BENSALEM, Pa. - A traffic stop turned police pursuit ended with two arrests, a drugs and firearm seizure, and an injured Pennsylvania State Trooper. Taheem Armstrong, 36, and Kevin Williams, 30, were initially pulled over by a Bensalem police officer on Wednesday for a suspended registration. Williams, who was found...
How a Pennsylvania superintendent factors community into innovation
Lessons In Leadership is an ongoing series in which K-12 principals and superintendents share their best practices as well as challenges overcome. For more installments, click here. Born into a family of educators, Matthew Friedman knows the vital impact education has on people and communities — and also why it...
A phishing scam is targeting some Pa. voters. Here’s what to know
The text message falsely claims the recipient is not registered to vote, and asks them to provide personal information on an unsecure website. A text message phishing scam is targeting registered voters in Philadelphia’s suburbs. The message tells the recipient that they are not registered to vote, and directs...
PA Democrats host roundtable, tour addressing rural economic challenges
Participants in Tuesday’s Pennsylvania House Majority Policy Committee roundtable and tour examined obstacles for small businesses, particularly those in rural areas across the state. “I’m grateful for everyone who came out today from across Pennsylvania and beyond to talk about these challenges and how to best address this complex issue,” said State Rep. Paul Takac […] The post PA Democrats host roundtable, tour addressing rural economic challenges appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Pa. Election 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Requesting, Filling Out and Returning Your Mail Ballot
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 — On Nov. 5, Pennsylvanians will vote for president, U.S. House and Senate, state row offices (attorney general, auditor general and treasurer) and the legislature. While many voters will head to their local polling place on Election Day, others will opt to vote by mail instead. All registered voters in the commonwealth have been able to vote by mail since 2020. Mail voting can be confusing and has been made even more so...
Central Dauphin field hockey downs Carlisle, 2-1, in Commonwealth Division game
Syncere Williams and Alessi Salvaggio both scored goals as the Central Dauphin field hockey team defeated Carlisle, 2-1, in a Mid-Penn Conference Commonwealth Division game Thursday. Samantha Wolfgang assisted both goals for Central Dauphin. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
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