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Pennsylvania gaming regulator reschedules hearing for Wind Creek Bethlehem licence renewal
The hearing will be held on July 31 at Bethlehem City Hall. US.- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has rescheduled a hearing to take public comment on the renewal of the Category 2 Slot Machine Operator Licence for Wind Creek Bethlehem casino, Northampton County. It will be held at the Bethlehem City Hall on July 31. A severe storm which knocked out electricity at Bethlehem City Hall forced the cancellation of the previously scheduled hearing on June 26.
Trea Turner homers twice, Aaron Nola gets 100th career win in Phillies' 8-6 victory over Braves
ATLANTA -- Trea Turner hit a pair of two-run home runs off Max Fried, Aaron Nola earned his 100th career victory and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 8-6 on Friday night. The NL East-leading Phillies extended their lead over second-place Atlanta to 10 games by winning the opener...
Iconic York Fair vendor Lola's Hot Waffles and Ice Cream will not be returning this year
The owner of Lola's Hot Waffles and Ice Cream, known for their made-to-order ice cream sandwiches, has announced she's retiring the stand, which has been feeding York State Fair goers for over 60 years. Judy Nace is set to turn 80 years old next month and has been in the waffle and...
Biden cancels speech at teachers union convention in Philadelphia after union staff goes on strike
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — President Joe Biden canceled a planned speech in Philadelphia at the annual conference of the National Education Association after the union’s staff announced a strike and set up picket lines Friday. Biden had planned to speak Sunday, but his campaign said the president is...
Fireworks on Saturday at Lawncrest Rec
The 107th annual Lawncrest fireworks display will take place on Saturday, July 6, at dusk at Lawncrest Recreation Center, 6000 Rising Sun Ave. The show should start between 8:25 and 8:45 p.m. All are welcome. A snack stand will be open from noon to 10:30 p.m. to benefit the Lawncrest...
Boots to Health, working to improve veterans overall health
A nonprofit organization is working to improve the lives of veterans. The Boots to Health Foundation offers life coaching, fitness, training, and nutrition coaching to veterans at no cost. Logan Spiewak is the co-founder and Executive Director of Boots for Health Foundation. Spiewak, a proud Marine Corps Veteran, struggled significantly...
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania accreditation reaffirmed, removed from probation
CHEYNEY, Pa. (CBS) — The Middle States Commission of Higher Education has reaffirmed Cheyney University's accreditation. The decision follows a detailed review and removes the historically Black college from probation.The commission's decision was made on June 27 after the university met key standards, including "ethics and integrity" and "design and delivery of the student learning experience," according to the commission.The university isn't out of the woods just yet. A report must be submitted March 1, 2025, proving it has sustained the implemented corrections and is up-to-date with other state and federal regulations.In November 2023 the 187-year-old college was placed on...
New virtual reality park in York County offers free movement VR experience
YORK, Pa. — A new type of indoor attraction is now open in York! Another World Virtual Reality Park is a free-movement VR experience. "A virtual reality park is an entertainment venue where the visitors use headsets and motion tracking systems to explore and interact with their digital environment," said Hassan Sall, the managing partner of Another World Virtual Reality Park.
Hundreds gather for 4th annual Gettysburg Independence Day celebration
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — Hundreds of people flocked to the Gettysburg Rec Park for the 4th Annual Gettysburg Independence Day Celebration. The event drew in people from across Central Pa., as well as people from out of state. “It takes about an hour-thirty to get here from Martinsburg, but it...
Jay Raman named permanent chair of Penn State Health Department of Urology
HERSHEY, Pa. — Dr. Jay Raman has assumed the role of permanent chair of the Department of Urology at Penn State Health. Dr. Raman was named the interim chair of the newly created department in 2021. Throughout his 16 years with Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State...
Freedom Fest fun in the Northeast
One River Alliance and State Street Events on Thursday presented Freedom Fest at Pleasant Hill Park, at Linden Avenue and the Delaware River. There were vendors, food trucks, live music, bounce houses, fireworks, a beer/cocktail garden and activities such as sand art, ax throwing and face painting. ••
'The Spot' still grills up smiles on City Island | Sports Spotlight
HARRISBURG, Pa. — For some students, FNB Field is a go-to place for a summer job once school is out. But it's not just students. It's where you can also find teacher, Eric Solomon. "The preparation in April and May looks a lot different than the preparation in June,...
Crash blocking traffic reported on North Waterloo Road in Devon
DEVON, Pa. — A crash was reported on North Waterloo Road in Devon Saturday evening. It is reportedly blocking traffic near Station Avenue. Alternate routes are advised. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. No injuries have been reported at this time. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8...
Rescuers rush to aid of terribly neglected dog found lying in driveway of rural Pennsylvania home
On the morning of July 4th – when families were waking up to celebrate with picnics and fireworks, a terribly neglected dog felt so weak, all he could do was lie down in someone’s driveway in the area of Shillington, Pennsylvania, known as a family-friendly and peaceful town.
Offshore wind project creates renewed controversy at Jersey shore community
OCEAN CITY, N.J. - More controversy is surrounding offshore wind projects along the Jersey shore after the feds approved a plan earlier this week and activists say it can’t happen. Change is blowing in the wind down the shore and not everyone is happy about it. This week the...
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