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Former caretaker accused of stealing nearly $10K from 99-year-old Brookfield man arrested in Sharon
A Farrell woman accused of taking money from a 99-year-old man will be brought to Trumbull County to face charges after her arrest in Sharon. Felicia Splitstone, 35, was arrested by Sharon police around 10:30 a.m. on June 28 and booked into the Mercer County Jail while awaiting extradition to Trumbull County.
Anti-discrimination Penn Hills Advisory Council commended for 'energy and drive'
Brittany Mellinger (from left), outreach coordinator for the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission; Shayla Holmes, vice chair of the Penn Hills Advisory Council; Chad Dion Lassiter, executive director of the commission; and Racquel Yiengst, vice chair of the commission attend the Advisory Council Summit on June 3 in Harrisburg. Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.
OSHA Finds Ohio Iron Castings Company Could Have Prevented Worker Death
Ellwood Engineered Castings Company faces $145,184 in proposed penalties. OSHA investigators concluded Hubbard, Ohio-based Ellwood Engineered Castings Company could have prevented a molten metal leak resulting in the death of a 30-year-old worker. According to a recent release, the investigation revealed the fatal incident occurred when the employee was working...
Pennsylvania ‘Proud Boy’ sentenced to prison: ‘Dont make us go against you’
WASHINGTON D.C. (WTAJ) — More than three years after the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol, law enforcement and courts are still dealing with the aftermath, and a Proud Boys member from Pennsylvania just felt the effects of his actions. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby, was sentenced to 100 days in prison with […]
4th of July weekend: Best and worst times to travel in PA
(WTAJ) – As Pennsylvanians get ready for barbecues, parades, and fireworks, officers are getting ready for increased holiday travel. AAA estimates that nearly 80 million people will travel 50 miles or further from home to celebrate Independence Day, from July 4 through the weekend. That’s an increase of 5%compared to 2023. “With summer vacations in […]
Central Atlantic region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.53 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.51 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Central Atlantic region has fallen about 7 cents since...
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Forced to Reprint Highway Sign After Typo
The following article was originally published by Print & Promo Marketing. To read more of their content, subscribe to their newsletter, Print & Promo Marketing Headlines. Drivers in Philadelphia recently noticed a typo on a sign on I-95 Southbound directing them to “Cenrtal Phila.” The new sign was installed near where the highway collapsed last year.
Danny Dietrich leads Pa. Speedweek point standings at the halfway mark of the series
Danny Dietrich of Gettysburg, on the strength of his two victories, leads the Pa. Speedweek point standings at the halfway mark of the series. Dietrich (614 points) scored victories in the series opener at Williams Grove last Friday and followed that up with a Sunday night win at BAPS Speedway.
Pennsylvania Bucks Nationwide Trend, Sees Increase in Pedestrian Deaths
While pedestrian deaths are dropping to pre-pandemic levels nationwide, Pennsylvania is bucking the trend with 192 killed pedestrians in 2023. While pedestrian deaths are dropping to pre-pandemic levels nationwide, Pennsylvania is bucking the trend, writes Anthony Hennen for the New York Post. Drivers in the Keystone State killed 192 pedestrians...
Pennsylvania election official on the greatest threat for the 2024 election
In 2020, the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania faced significant turmoil with election protests, court challenges and threats against election officials, including Republican Al Schmidt. Schmidt, who previously oversaw Philadelphia's elections as a commissioner and supervised the city's election, now holds the position of secretary of the commonwealth, the state's top election official.He said the greatest threat to the 2024 presidential election is the high turnover rate among those officials who are responsible for running elections."Some people left because of the ugly environment with threats. Some people left because it was time for them to retire," said Schmidt.More than 80 senior...
AARP: 'Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated'
Harrisburg, Pa. — As temperatures rise and utility bills follow suit, AARP Pennsylvania has issued a warning to residents about a surge in utility scams targeting older adults. AARP warned that these scams often increase during the summer months when higher energy usage makes utility bills more significant, providing an opportunity for fraudsters to exploit. "Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often posing as utility company representatives to deceive individuals into...
New school tax credit plan emerges in Pennsylvania
(The Center Square) – A new plan quietly introduced in the state Senate would create a refundable tax credit for educational expenses, including private school tuition. The proposal would establish the Child Learning Investment Tax Credit, worth up to $8,000 per student, that families could use to reduce their tax liability. It’s scheduled for a vote […]
Pennsylvania Senate passes bill allowing bars, taverns to expand happy hour, keep outdoor dining
Pennsylvania's bar and tavern owners could soon be getting a shot in the arm following the pandemic.ALSO SEE: Pennsylvania bill aims to make canned ready-to-drink cocktails more availableThe state Senate passed a bill that would allow them to expand happy hours and permanently keep outdoor seating.The amended liquor code would allow establishments to increase the happy hours total from 14 hours to 24 per week.ALSO SEE: Top 6: Best happy hours in Philadelphia Other changes would also allow for discounted combo meals with adult beverages.Supporters of the bill argue that a lack of a discount would send some patrons to non-alcoholic venues.The House recently passed its own version of the bill. The Senate's version of the bill will now head to the House for concurrence. Once that's done, the bill will head to Gov. Josh Shapiro for his signature or his veto.Lehigh Valley Democratic Senator Lisa Boscola applauded the decision to keep outdoor dining, saying it helps cash-strapped bars and taverns with their bottom line.ALSO SEE: Top 6: Best outdoor dining in Philadelphia
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