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High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 21, 2024
Aug. 22—High schools Football Friday's schedule Nonconference Albert Gallatin at Greensburg Salem, 7 p.m. Allderdice at Fox Chapel, 7 p.m. Apollo-Ridge at Leechburg, 7 p.m. Armstrong at Highlands, 7 p.m. Avella at Mapletown, 7 p.m. Avonworth at Burrell, 7:30 p.m. Beaver Falls at Blackhawk, 7 p.m. Bentworth vs. Brownsville at Charleroi, 7 p.m. Bethel Park at Seneca Valley, 7 p.m. Brentwood at ...
PennLive 5: Can’t miss Pennsylvania high school football games in Week 1
While Mid-Penn Conference programs will be involved in some intriguing matchups on opening weekend, below is a look at five contests across the Commonwealth that you don’t want to miss. Valley View at Scranton Prep, Friday, 7. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Pa. Game Commission asks public to report wild turkey sightings
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the Pa. community to report any wild turkeys spotted through the end of August. If you spot any wild turkeys through Aug. 31, make it count by reporting it to the Commission’s Wild Turkey Sighting Survey, which can be found by clicking here. You will […]
Medically Tailored Nutrition Improving Health Outcomes, Reducing Costs
A recently released study says Pennsylvania has the potential to realize the second highest level of health care cost savings in the nation if medically tailored meals or MTMs, a proven treatment for reducing hospital admissions, readmissions and ER visits, were accessible for more patients with health issues from diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease to cancer and HIV.
BlackHawk Industrial Acquires Pennsylvania Tooling Supplier
BlackHawk Industrial on Wednesday announced its acquisition of a suburban Philadelphia tooling supplier, expanding the distributor's operations in the mid-Atlantic region. BlackHawk officials called the addition of New Britain, Pennsylvania-based Tri-State Industrial Supplies of PA a "milestone" in its strategic plan to pursue new industries, geographies and product categories. "Expanding...
RFK Jr. fights to keep ballot spot in Pennsylvania, asserts Democrats want to remove him
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Independent Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. arrived in Harrisburg Tuesday to argue in Commonwealth court why he should stay on the Pennsylvania ballot, but he could not arrive on time. He showed up late and was unable to speak in court. It is unclear who Kennedy Jr. would hurt more, […]
Democrats get a third-party hopeful knocked off Pennsylvania ballot, as Cornel West tries to get on
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania Democrats have won legal challenges keeping the left-wing Party for Socialism and Liberation off the battleground state’s presidential ballot, at least for now, while a lawyer with deep Republican Party ties is working to help independent candidate Cornel West get on it. The...
Brightspeed launches high-speed internet for 50,000 Pennsylvania residents
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — Nearly 50,000 Pennsylvania homes and businesses will soon have access to high-speed fiber internet. Brightspeed says they held a ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier today, with attendees including U.S. Congressman John Joyce, State Senator Greg Rothman, State Representative Perry Stambaugh, the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA), and other local dignitaries. The officials unveiled […]
Educators Rising works to reverse teacher shortage in Pennsylvania
PHOENIXVILLE, Pa. (CBS) — School is about to start for millions of students in the Keystone State, which has a growing teacher shortage crisis, but a new statewide program is working to build a pipeline into the education system."So, in the future, I hope to be a college professor," said 16-year-old Christine Analraj.The senior at Phoenixville Area High School is already teaching STEM lessons to younger students. She said she is also preparing for a professional career in a class called Educators Rising."So through Ed Rising, I've been able to kind of expand my network — both through meeting other educators...
Washington Post: Main Line Jewish Voters Relieved as Josh Shapiro Remains Focused on State Leadership
Some local Jewish voters are glad Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro was turned down as the Democratic choice for vice president so he can stay on as governor, writes Nicole Markus for The Washington Post. Shapiro is Jewish and grew up in Montgomery County, attending synagogue here. Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala...
Western Pa. farms receive bicentennial, century farm honors at Ag Progress Days
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Behind every bicentennial and century farm owner is generations of family members whose blood, sweet and tears have made it possible for today’s families to reap the benefits of farm fresh food. For farmers like Tom Hall, the century farm designation is less about...
State College passes new resolution, “strong ally” for trans community
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) – State College is officially a trans sanctuary thanks to a resolution voted on unanimously by the borough council Monday. The resolution allows and protects gender-affirming care for all trans people. The policy is aimed at safeguarding the trans community and recognizing them as important members of State College. Centre LGBTQ+ […]
David Taylor takes in-home visit with coveted 2026 recruit, Penn State wrestling target
David Taylor and the Oklahoma State Cowboys appear to have their eyes set on one of the top recruits in the 2026 recruiting cycle, who happens to be right in the backyard of Cael Sanderson and the Penn State wrestling program. This weekend, the former Nittany Lions icon returned to central Pennsylvania, but this time to visit the home of Bishop McCort standout Jax Forrest.
ESPN Podcast Explores Possibility of West Virginia Upsetting No. 8 Penn State
On ESPN’s Always College Football last week, host Greg McElroy dived into West Virginia’s week one matchup with No. 8 Penn State. “I cannot emphasize how important this game is, potentially for the Big 12,” McElroy said. “For Penn State this is just a really difficult non-conference game. It’s a really difficult non-conference opener. One, you travel into a place that’s extremely hard to play. It’s going to be absolutely insane when you walk into Morgantown and you have to play in that level of hostility week one. It’s going to be a really tough venue, really tough place to play. I’ve done multiple games in Morgantown, one of the most underrated places in America. I love it.”
Lawrenceville Corporation Presents, Sidewalk Soiree: Goodbye to Noise, Cones, & Dust… Hello to Fall Fare, Sips, & Sales
Owning a small business is difficult. Lawrenceville has over 300 businesses, and one of Lawrenceville Corporation's responsibilities is to manage the business district: to hear business owners' concerns, to advocate for them, and to support them in their business endeavors. Small business owners in Lower Lawrenceville were greatly challenged this past Fall and Spring when a construction project that was supposed to last 2-3 months extended 9 months into a busy shopping season. Construction and updated infrastructure are necessary in moving a city like ours into the future, but this project showed the importance of communication and collaboration.
Time Running out to Vote for Erie Man in Mullet Contest
Wednesday is your last chance to help an Erie man snag the crown and title of Mullet King. Holden Stevanus is a bar manager at Erie Brewing Company, but some may mistake him for Patrick Swayze at first glance. He's hoping to win this year's national mullet competition and raise...
New coffee lounge bringing legendary approach to serving Erie community
A new upscale coffee and vinyl lounge is brewing near the Millcreek Mall. LegendErie Records and Coffee House will be opening in the former Coffee Culture location 5761 Peach Street. Ishmael and Allana Trainor were looking to create a space for people of all ages to lounge and relate to...
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