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A Small Pennsylvania Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Pennsylvania is known for its diverse array of communities, from bustling cities to quaint small towns. However, a recent report has shed light on the alarming decline of one particular town, which has now been ranked as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the factors that have led to this startling transformation and explore the implications for the town’s residents and the broader region.
Video shows Sen. John Fetterman in aftermath of I-70 crash in Maryland
Video from U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's crash in Maryland last month has been obtained by Pittsburgh's Action News 4. At our request, Maryland State Police provided the bodycam video that shows the Pennsylvania senator and his wife, Gisele, in the aftermath of the crash on Interstate 70 in Hancock. Watch...
Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Doors optional on Jeeps, Broncos thanks to new Pennsylvania laws
YORK, Pa. — They can take tight turns and tackle tough terrain. "It's an iconic brand, it's been around forever," said Eric Walther, the general manager of Stetler Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and RAM in York. Jeeps and Broncos thrive in the outdoors. Many are designed to get the driver...
NASCAR Cup Series: Ryan Blaney not the big winner at Pocono
Team Penske's Ryan Blaney earned his second win of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season on Sunday afternoon at Pocono Raceway. The Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA became the second race won by the reigning series champion since the middle of June. But the driver of the No....
State OKs New Plan for Johnson City’s Square Deal Arch
A revised plan to restore the Square Deal Arch at the Johnson City-Binghamton border has been accepted by state officials. Village Mayor Martin Meaney said the State Historic Preservation Office has reviewed the latest developments concerning the 104-year-old structure on Main Street. The arch's stone and steel components were removed...
Want to be a PA corrections officer? The DOC is hiring
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – If you want to be a corrections officer in Pennsylvania, the Department of Corrections is hiring for positions in Clearfield, Somerset, and Huntingdon counties. For interested applicants, the DOC is hosting a job fair on July 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quehanna Boot Camp, located at 4395 […]
Power outages impacting Delaware Valley, photos show storm damage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Delaware Valley is still feeling the effects of powerful, fast-moving storms that hit the region Tuesday afternoon and evening. Thousands of customers across Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware are dealing with power outages, and strong winds brought down large trees.The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey said on social media Tuesday night that it had received multiple reports of wind damage in eastern Pennsylvania and north and central New Jersey. "Radar data supports that several severe downbursts/macrobursts (straight-line wind) have occurred," the agency said around 9 p.m.In Philadelphia's Bustleton neighborhood, a large tree...
Push to deregulate hair braiding in Pennsylvania
Hair braiders in Pennsylvania are hoping to be exempt from regulatory oversight. “The Philadelphia Inquirer” reports that the PA state senate passed a bill last month that would free braiders from formal instruction. Democratic Senator Anthony Williams said the legislation would remove excessive and unnecessary barriers and would encourage entrepreneurism. However, the bill never became […]
100th Anniversary of St. Ann's Novena
SCRANTON, Pa. — This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Novena in Scranton. Thousands are expected to attend the ten-day event. This year, special additions include daily Spanish services, an archive room, a children’s mass, and an outdoor procession. Volunteers arrived bright and early to finish setting...
Freedom Drivers Project coming to Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market July 25
WILKES-BARRE — McCarthy Tire, Bridgestone, TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking) and the NEPA Task Force Against Human Trafficking are joining forces to bring the Freedom Drivers Project (FDP) to the Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 25. The FDP is TAT’s traveling museum, designed to...
Mother and daughter from Pottsville compete for national titles
POTTSVILLE, Pa. — The reigning National United States Pennsylvania Ms. Regina Burhop, walked the streets of Pottsville as a little girl. The very same streets where she is now raising her 4-year-old daughter, Ella Burhop, who is following in her mom's footsteps. Ella was crowned Pennsylvania princess in February....
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