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Vending machine outside of local hospital offers condoms, pregnancy tests & more; First of its kind in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) — Two major health care systems have teamed up to provide easy access to personal care and life-saving products. The Health To Go vending machine is outside of the emergency department of UPMC Harrisburg, and it’s one of the first in the state. Among the items in the machine, pregnancy tests, male and female […]
Pa. Sen. Doug Mastriano target of threats, part of trend in violent rhetoric against elected officials
A Franklin County man faces up to 30 years in prison for making online threats against a state senator, his county commissioner and a member of the National Guard. Court documents say Richard J. Little II posted threatening messages on his Facebook page in which he described graphic acts of violence, repeatedly referencing an eviction notice he had received on June 10.
Mom reunites with Pa. Turnpike worker who helped deliver baby on highway
A Pennsylvania Turnpike maintenance worker who assisted a mother during a roadside delivery last month finally got to meet the family he helped.Andrenna Reid, from King of Prussia, came face-to-face with the man who came to her rescue.She began having contractions and tried to drop off her 1-year-old son at a family member's house before heading to the hospital.But baby Santana had other plans, and Andrenna was about to deliver the baby with no roadside assistance.That is until Robert Stenger pulled over and experienced a moment he describes as unforgettable."When I finally looked down and I saw a baby, like,...
Ohio County man gets up to 43 years for crimes at casino and 16th Street alley
Duwan Groover was sentenced Friday after a guilty plea to attempted kidnapping, second degree robbery and second-degree sexual assault. Groover, 44, was indicted in May in Ohio County for separate incidents in January. Assistant Ohio County Chief Prosecutor Shawn Turak said events started with Groover accused of trying to get...
Bob Huggins Could be Perfect Fit at Akron
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia — Legendary head coach Bob Huggins has been out of coaching since his DUI arrest in Pittsburgh and forced resignation from West Virginia University shortly after. Huggins, 70, has expressed multiple times that he would like to continue coaching, however. “I have taken responsibility for the...
Local Amish Man Accused of Groping Woman in Store in Pine Creek Township
PINE CREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A local Amish man is facing charges for allegedly groping a woman at a convenience store in Pine Creek Township. According to court documents, on Monday, July 22, Punxsutawney-based State Police filed the following criminal charge against 21-year-old Atlee E. Hershberger, of Brockway, in District Judge Gregory Bazylak’s office:
WVU Basketball Offers Pair of High School Guards
The offers continue to fly out from WVU basketball as the coaching staff offered a pair of high school guards this week. 2025 four-star Kelvin Odih and 2027’s Jacob Canton both picked up offers from West Virginia. Odih, 6-foot-4, was offered on Wednesday while Canton, 6-foot-3, was offered Thursday.
Wildfires could impact air quality in West Virginia
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) – The air quality around the country has drastically declined due to wildfires. The flames themselves are deadly, and the smoke hovering over the Mountain State can cause issues of its own. Dr. Donald Asbury is an Allergist at Allergy and Asthma Center of Bluefield. He says that there are a number […]
Two vice presidents chosen for Fairmont State University cabinet
FAIRMONT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Mike Davis, President of Fairmont State University has chosen two vice presidents to join the Fairmont executive leadership team. The step marks a significant development for the institution. Davis, currently in the second year of his presidency, seeks to make Fairmont State University a “Great Place to Learn, Work, and to […]
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visits Allentown, touts $11.5 million investment in after-school programs
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Lt. Gov. Austin Davis joined local lawmakers Friday at the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown to tout an $11.5 million statewide investment in after-school programs. This new funding was included in the recently passed $47.6 billion state budget; it will be disbursed through the Pennsylvania...
Annual bocce tournament moves to WesBanco Arena floor for better visibility
WHEELING, W.Va. — If you need a break from the sun or the crowds, you can head indoors this year at the Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Festival. The annual bocce tournament will be held on the WesBanco Arena floor. “It is down on the arena floor, so...
What’s new for the 2024 Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival?
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — After more than 40 years, you might think it would be difficult to surprise those who attend Wheeling’s Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival. But this year organizers are finding the new by returning to the old, emphasizing the traditions we’ve held on to for decades and even centuries. Sunday’s […]
Fairmont State working to increase number of female pilots
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - Fairmont State University is working to increase the number of female pilots in the nation with their aviation program. According to the university, the United States is short approximately 17,000 pilots. They propose that diversifying the pool of talented aviators to include more women will help end this shortage.
Kalkreuth Roofing presents $50,000 check to Easterseals
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — One special organization received a very generous donation on Friday from a long-time partner. Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal donated $50,000 on Friday to Easterseals. The two organizations have been partners for several years and continue to support one another year after year. The donation came during the annual Kalkreuth Vendor […]
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