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Good Samaritan was killed while assisting other motorists on US 31
EDINBURGH – The Bartholomew County Coroner’s Office has identified the Good Samaritan who died in a Thursday accident on North US 31 near County Road 800 North as 39-year-old Pawel Wierzbicki of Pennsylvania. The cause of death is listed as massive trauma to the lower extremities. He was...
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Ex-ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claims Trump was not ‘hit by a bullet’ at shooting
Former ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claimed on X that former President Donald Trump was not “hit by a bullet” at his Pennsylvania rally. Olbermann, a major critic of the former president, made the statement shortly after Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), who is also a medical doctor, released a statement clarifying that Trump is “doing well” […]
Report gives Chesapeake Bay its best grade in decades
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The overall health of the Chesapeake Bay, the nation’s largest estuary, received its highest grade since 2002 in an annual report released by scientists Tuesday: a C-plus. Scientists at the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science made special note of Pennsylvania’s efforts to block pollution from entering state waterways. Pennsylvania has faced criticism in the past for not doing enough to stop pollution from flowing into...
Shapiro signs pharmacy benefit manager reform legislation into law
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week followed through on his commitment to increasing transparency and accountability to support Pennsylvanians and local pharmacies by signing bipartisan House Bill (HB) 1993 into law, providing stronger protections for patients in Pennsylvania and increased regulatory oversight of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs...
This year’s budget overturns local bans on rodeos. No Pa. lawmaker will take credit.
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Harrisburg, Pa. — Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth...
Mifflin County 14s Fall After Big Comeback By Berlin Knights
The Mifflin County 14U All-Stars lost to the Berlin Knights 18-9 on Saturday even though they once led by five runs. Bo Benny collected three hits in three at bats in the loss. Benny doubled in the second inning, singled in the fourth inning, and singled in the first inning.
Duo found in spraypainted stolen truck with drugs in Altoona, police report
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A white truck reported stolen out of Bedford County was found in Altoona after being painted black, police reported. Matthew Daniel Barnes, 42, of Woodbury, and Shaina Marie Mauk, 33, of Osterburg, were arrested Friday, July 19, and charged with receiving stolen property, drug possession with intent and lesser drug charges. […]
PSU Altoona vision for 2030: enrollment, diversity and sports
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State Altoona leaders have a 2030 vision for the Commonwealth campus: increased enrollment, campus diversity and new sports programs including golf, track and field, cross-country, field hockey and lacrosse. Dean Ron Darbeau, Chancellor for Penn State Altoona, shared several ongoing initiatives and other plans during the University’s Board of Trustees […]
2025 4-Star Forward Sets Penn State OV
The Penn State basketball program has received some good news. Head coach Mike Rhoades and his staff will be hosting a fast rising prospect in the Class of 2025 on an official visit. 4-star 6’7” small forward Mason Blackwood has scheduled an official visit to Penn State during the weekend...
Elite Pennsylvania prospect added to Penn State’s Lasch Bash visitor list
Penn State has added another elite up-and-coming prospect to its list of expected visitors this upcoming Friday, July 26, as Coatesville offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller confirmed via social media Sunday evening that he plans to return to Happy Valley for the Lasch Bash. Already checking in at 6-foot-5, 290 pounds, Hiller is just now entering […] The post Elite Pennsylvania prospect added to Penn State’s Lasch Bash visitor list appeared first on On3.
Penn State star, USWNT midfielder Sam Coffey ready for first Olympics: ‘A dream come true’
Sam Coffey remembers waiting for the call. The former Penn State soccer star was at her home in Portland, Ore., on last month’s selection day for the United States Olympic women’s team. Coffey was pacing around her backyard, trying to get her mind off the phone she held tightly in her hand. The ringer was on loud when a call came in with a Chicago area code.
Penn State men’s volleyball pro looks to continue international success at 4th Olympics
A 2009 graduate from Penn State, Max Holt has found success on the volleyball court long after his time repping the blue and white. In May, Holt was named to the 12-man U.S. Olympic roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics, qualifying for his fourth straight Olympic games. During his time...
Penn State women’s soccer position preview | Midfielders
Penn State will be without a huge piece at midfield from last season in Cori Dyke, who recently was selected to the Orlando Pride in the NWSL draft. Dyke was a huge contributor for Penn State last season and was named the Big Ten Defender of the Year. On top of her defense, she recorded five goals and six assists for the Nittany Lions in 2023.
Penn State Altoona to host open dance class July 28
ALTOONA, Pa. — Penn State Altoona will host an open dance class from 1 to 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, in the Dance Studio, room 148 of the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts. The free class is open to anyone over the age of 18 and will...
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