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Father Bill Atkinson’s Road to Sainthood Now Includes 3 Bronze Sculptures
At a pilgrimage in honor of Father Bill Atkinson held in September, are, from left, Mary Moody with a cardboard cutout of Atkinson and Marie Keith with her son Cole. Supporters for the canonization of Father Bill Atkinson are memorializing his legacy with three bronze sculptures. The late Father Atkinson...
Matvei Michkov may have already breached his contract with the Flyers
Matvei Michkov is regarded as one of the best prospects in the NHL, but he may have just breached his contract with the Philadelphia Flyers. Drafted 7th overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2023 NHL entry draft, Matvei Michkov was expected to be with SKA St. Petersburg for three more years, but will now be coming to North America for the 2024-25 season.
Calgary Flames top pick Zayne Parekh under fire for comments on Flyers prospect
The Calgary Flames made an amazing pick by selecting Zayne Parekh 9th overall at the 2024 NHL entry draft, but he is now under fire for comments on Jett Luchanko. The NHL released its draft video today, highlighting several of the NHL's newest prospects, including first overall pick Macklin Celebrini, fourth overall pick Cayden Lindstrom, son of Jarome Iginla Tij Iginla, Montreal Canadiens selection Michael Hage, and Calgary Flames 9th overall pick Zayne Parekh who is one of few players of southeast Asian descent in hockey.
Verizon Family Fun Day and Backpack Giveaway
Come join us at the Verizon in Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania on July 28 from 12pm to 5pm for an afternoon of free fun for the whole family. We have a lot of exciting activities planned, including:. 200 free backpacks to give away to students while supplies last. Free haircuts provided by...
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro declines to 'engage in hypotheticals' about possible VP role
Many people are questioning what the full Democratic ticket is going to look like in November now that President Biden has announced he will "stand down."One of several names being thrown around as a potential vice presidential candidate is Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.Sources tell ABC News that Harris called Shapiro on Sunday after she officially launched her campaign for the presidency.On Monday, Shapiro made his first public appearance in Pittsburgh at an event for the EPA after that phone call."We spoke only about beating Donald Trump," the governor noted.Shapiro repeatedly declined on Monday to say whether he would accept an...
Pennsylvania looks to add 73 acres of public land near this popular lookout
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is working to open up nearly 5,290 acres for public use as State Game Lands. The state Board of Game Commissioners at its meeting July 12 approved adding the acreage through land acquisitions spanning the state. Near the Lehigh Valley, the acquisitions include roughly 73 acres...
Duke Women’s Golfers Set for Events in Finland, Pennsylvania & Arkansas this Week
Four Duke women's golfers are set to compete in different events this week, with Anna Cañado Espinal in Finland, Rylie Heflin in Pennsylvania, and Katie Li and Emma McMyler in Arkansas. Cañado Espinal will compete in the European Ladies' Amateur Championship in Finland from July 24-27. Heflin will...
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.
Iconic 1958 Chevrolet Apache Restored for STA-BIL’s 60th Anniversary: A Unique Classic Truck Up for Auction
The enduring popularity of the Chevrolet Apache is a testament to the enduring passion of car enthusiasts. Introduced in 1958, the Apache served as the final act for the Task Force series and a brief introduction to the legendary C/K trucks. While its primary purpose was useful, the Apache’s production...
13 Year Career of Livestock Showing Comes to an End at the 2024 York State Fair
Dwarfed by the animal towering over her as she clutched a halter in her small hand, 5-year-old Jenna Myers fearlessly set foot in the show ring at the York State Fair. Even though that was more than a dozen years ago, she still remembers that beginning. It was the cattle...
Shippensburg Smoke Shop Burglary: Suspect Identified and Wanted
State Police in Carlisle have issued an arrest warrant for Jessica Stine, identified as the primary suspect in a major theft at the Shippensburg Vape and Smoke Shop. The burglary, which occurred in October 2022 at the shop located at 304 N Earl Street, resulted in a significant loss with stolen items valued at approximately $24,063.80.
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.
Bushy Run whips St. Michael in American Legion Region 7 Tournament
Anthony Monroe drove in three runs, and Bushy Run rolled to a 13-4 victory Saturday against St. Michael in the Pennsylvania American Legion Region 7 tournament at Claysburg. Chuck Fontana, Jonny Lovre and Colton Tyburski each had two hits, and Brody Hoffman and Tyburski had doubles. Hoffman’s two-run double in...
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