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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...
Fire Destroys Cass Township Home
A fire destroyed a home in Cass Township near Minersville midday Thursday. Around 11:30am, Thursday, emergency personnel were called to 1222 Valley Road in Cass Township for a report of a structure fire. Cass Township and Minersville units were on the call and when they arrived they reported the 1st...
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, […]
State police offer tips on how to avoid recent phone scam
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Pennsylvania State Police in Columbia, Carbon, Luzerne, and Monroe counties are warning the public about a recent scam. Troopers say scammers will contact potential victims by phone and claim that a loved one is in trouble and currently in jail or threaten the possibility of jail, even citing specific names.
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...
Super 16 Team #3 Danville Ironmen
DANVILLE, Pa. — Danville impressed last season, going 12-2 before suffering a tough loss to powerhouse Wyomissing in the AAA state quarterfinals. The Ironmen, lead by second year head coach Carl Majer, return the majority of their starters, including the offensive weapons, that will once again make them a threat to other defenses.
Officer threatened by man during blood test
Danville, Pa. — An intoxicated man claimed he wanted to kill an officer during a blood draw at a local hospital. Kyle Johnston, 34, of Danville was stopped by police on Aug. 6 after swerving his car on East Market Street, according to a complaint. Johnston failed a sobriety test after being asked to get out, Officer Yvonne Kinney wrote in the report. Johnston allegedly struggled with the tests, appearing...
Missing man found safe in West Pittston
WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The man missing out of Luzerne County is recovering in the hospital after being missing for over 48 hours. After a two-plus day search for Paul Kasson, he was found Wednesday night on the Pittston City side of the Susquehanna River by a couple who says they sensed an […]
Luzerne County man donates to hospital after heart attack
HAZLETON, Pa. — For over 40 years, Damenti's Restaurant has served the West Hazleton community with a fine dining experience. After the restaurant owner suffered a heart attack back in January, he is giving back to the hospital that cared for him. Kevin McDonald, the owner, continues to serve...
2 charged for stealing mail from Cornwall post office, prompting federal investigation
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The pair responsible for a recent burglary at a Lebanon County post office have now been arrested, as officials report that all the mail the duo stole may have not been recovered. |Residents asked to report possible mail thefts after Cornwall post office burglary.
Sellersville resident named a PA Frontline Agricultural Worker of the Year
Sellersville resident and Clemens Food Group employee Stephen “Cowboy” Kulp was one of three people recognized this month with the Inaugural Pennsylvania Frontline Agricultural Workers of the Year award. The new award highlights outstanding frontline farm and food-processing employees who work tirelessly to produce a safe, secure food...
Local woman sentenced to state prison for multiple DUIs with child in the car
Lock Haven, Pa. — A Renovo woman was in court on Tuesday to face sentencing in four criminal cases, including a pair of DUIs while under the influence of crack cocaine. Judge Michael F. Salisbury imposed sentences for Karen Mace, 43, of 4th Street, Renovo Borough, that totaled a maximum of eight years in state prison, with parole eligibility after the first 18 months are served, according to a news release. ...
Two charged after burglary in Dunmore
DUNMORE, Pa. — Two people face charges after a burglary in Lackawanna County. Officers responded to a home along August Drive in Dunmore Saturday afternoon after homeowners reported signs of a break-in and $40,000 to $50,000 worth of jewelry stolen from the home. Days later, a jewelry shop owner...
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