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Election safety preparations underway in Pennsylvania
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — From the assassination attempt on a former president to the race for the White House getting heated, threats and violence are a major concern heading into the November election.FBI Pittsburgh told KDKA-TV, "In recent months, the FBI has seen an increase in threats to election workers across the country. The types of threats are varied and have included online threats and harassment, white powder letters to election facilities, and swatting against election workers. The FBI takes all threats of violence seriously, including threats targeting those who do the critical work of administering free and fair elections throughout...
Waiting to See Your New Tax Bill in P'Burg? Property Tax Bills Running Late Business Administrator Informs
PHILLIPSBURG, N.J.---In response to a resident's inquiry at Wednesday evening's council meeting, the Phillipsburg business administrator said Warren County has not fully "struck the town's new tax rate" which includes an 11 percent rate hike, and this is the reason why tax bills are going out late at the onset of next month. Business administrator Matt Hall said the "town's tax rate has not been fully approved by Warren County and this is the reason for the hold up". He further explained Phillipsburg's tax bills are normally due on Aug. 1, however, this year due to their...
Bravo supermarket brings groceries to food desert on Easton’s South Side
Grizel Mazariegos-Perez knows how tough it is to save money for groceries. She emigrated to the United States from Guatemala 18 years ago with nothing. “It was very tough,” she said. She and her husband have worked hard, saved and are opening a business that will provide affordable groceries...
Allentown School Board to consider school director's resignation
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The Allentown School Board will vote on the resignation of one of its school directors at its monthly meeting Thursday. School Director Daysell Ramirez plans to step down after six months on the job, according to a spokesperson for Allentown School District who confirmed the resignation plans earlier this month.
New York starts rehabilitation project on Callicoon Bridge
On Monday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said work has begun on a $17.8 million project to rehabilitate the Callicoon Bridge over the Delaware River. The bridge links Bridge Street in the town of Callicoon with State Route 1016 in Damascus Township, Pennsylvania. Officials said the new bridge deck and pier repairs will enhance public […] The post New York starts rehabilitation project on Callicoon Bridge appeared first on Transportation Today.
Free online tools, fake emails: How an international student defrauded Lehigh University into a full ride
Aryan Anand may have gotten away with a crime had he not revealed it in an 18-paragraph post to a Reddit community with 52,000 members. That post set off a series of events that led the 19-year-old to be removed from Lehigh University and arrested on fraud charges. The scheme, which came to light in February, was not made public until late last month, after Anand’s guilty plea that included an ...
PA Parents can use new app to find accessible playgrounds
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A new app from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society can help families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their kid’s needs. Parents across the commonwealth can now find accessible playgrounds using the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society’s Park Finder app. In a release sent out on […]
Man shot, injured at Pennsylvania Trump rally released from hospital
One of the two men shot and injured in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has been released from the hospital, officials said. David Dutch, 57, was discharged on Wednesday, Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh said. Dutch was shot in the chest and liver and was initially in a medically induced coma after the shooting, according to the Marine Corps League of Pennsylvania. Dutch is a former Marine who serves as commandant of his Marine Corps League detachment, the organization said.
Allentown City Council poised to sue mayor over racism probe
Allentown City Council on Wednesday voted 6-1 to hire a lawyer to represent them in a proposed lawsuit against Mayor Matt Tuerk in an ongoing dispute over an investigation into alleged racism at city hall. Santo Napoli, city council vice president, was the only member to vote against the hiring of Philadelphia law firm Brown McGarry Nimeroff. The proposed lawsuit stems from a disagreement ...
1M+ holiday lights coming to Coca-Cola Park. ‘70s stars in new State Theatre lineup. | Lehigh Valley headlines
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs on Wednesday announced it will for the first time offer a “walk-thru holiday lights experience” called Illumination from Nov. 15 to Jan. 4, 2025, at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown. “The 44-night event will take place nightly from 6-9 p.m. and feature over 1 million...
Top Christian, blues, a capella and oldies acts highlight State Theatre season
EASTON, Pa. — Concerts by a chart-topping Christian rock group, a top blues guitarist and up-and-coming country acts are among shows in State Theatre's new season, it was announced Wednesday. There also will be a top a cappella band; hit-maker acts from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s; and two...
Eric Caputi Transferred to ESU for the Sense of Community
Coming from a community college to ESU, Eric Caputi learned how to specialize in his area of study. The public health major says the faculty and staff are like stars in a constellation. They support his academic goals and interests, while offering direction and guidance.
August events in the Poconos: Festivals, stargazing, fireworks, opera, more | Kulick
We’re heading into August already! Can you believe it? But, not to worry, there’s a month of fun ahead (OK, so school starts around here on the 26th, but it is a short week)! There are so many local events, you’ll need to sharpen that pencil several times. On Aug. 2, Our Lady of Victory...
Jefferson Health earns Stroke GoldPlus award for care
Jefferson Health, a top health system with hospitals in South Jersey and Pennsylvania, has received the American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. Jefferson Cherry Hill...
Rayna Malhotra Honored by Political Leaders for 'Teen Scientist'
Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure gives a proclamation to Teen Scientist host Rayna Malhotra. The recognition came as Malhotra, who has recently graduated from Moravian Academy in Bethlehem, prepares to step down from her hosting role in September to attend Stanford University. In a ceremony at the WDIY facilities, Northampton...
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