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Weakened version of health care non-compete limitations becomes law
(The Center Square) — Among a flurry of bills signed into law recently, Pennsylvania has taken a step in reducing the barriers created by non-compete agreements in health care. But the law in effect is a watered-down version of what was proposed in the General Assembly. “It’s a C+,” said Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Pittsburgh, who introduced House Bill 1633. “There’s a significant amendment that diluted the impact of the bill. But it clearly remains a step forward with more work to do.” ...
Another change to Pennsylvania mail ballot envelopes: Full year will be preprinted
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Pennsylvania’s free newsletter here.Update, July 19, 11:55 a.m.: This story was updated with additional comments from Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt to clarify his interview.The Pennsylvania Department of State is hoping another change to mail ballot return envelopes will eliminate the chance of ballots being rejected this November because of voters failing to write in the year completely.In a directive earlier this month, the Department of State told counties that they should now preprint ballot return envelopes with the full,...
Vehicle collides with a tree, leaves one deceased in Derry Township
DERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — Derry Township Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred in Derry Township this morning. According to Derry Township Police, on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 3:28 a.m., the department was dispatched to the 800 block of East Governor Road for a single-vehicle crash.
Nick Gonzales singles in 9th, Pirates rally for walk-off win over Phillies
Jul. 19—When the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied twice from early deficits to tie the Philadelphia Phillies, it didn't just keep them in the game. It provided a belief that the best team in baseball was beatable. The Pirates believed that, even as manager Derek Shelton's decision to rest Mitch Keller and Paul Skenes and instead start lefty Martin Perez backfired. They continued to believe it, even ...
Zelienople to investigate tree cutting by developers
Planned tree cutting in Zelienople sparked concern among property owners Thursday, July 18, with some people claiming that developers for the Glade Run development project violated an ordinance. Jim Hulings, of Harmony, said the number of cut trees was likely “in the hundreds.”. “Tomorrow it’ll be a desert,” he...
Tollbooth Antiques Warehouse Destroyed By Fire (Photos)
An antique warehouse has been destroyed in a massive alarm fire, multiple companies announced on Friday morning, July 19. The Columbia Borough Fire Department was called to the blaze at the 2-store warehouse building that houses Tollbooth Antiques in the 200 block of Chestnut Street around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 18.
Jake Guentzel humiliates the Pittsburgh Penguins with new comments
Today a new interview with Jake Guentzel revealed his feelings about heading to the Tampa Bay Lightning and why he chose to leave the Pittsburgh Penguins. This offseason has been a chaotic one with many different teams hitting the reset button on their core. The Pittsburgh Penguins started that process last season by trading star winger Jake Guentzel.
Pennsylvania Governor signs bill allowing sale of canned cocktails in grocery stores
(WHTM) — Getting your favorite mixed drinks is now easier than ever after Governor Josh Shapiro signed legislature allowing more stores to get a special ready-to-drink cocktail permit. Senate Bill 688 allows locations in Pennsylvania that are already licensed to sell alcohol, like bars and select grocery stores, to apply for a ready-to-drink cocktail permit. […]
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