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Argall legislation to expand parental rights in Pa. schools passes Senate
WILKES-BARRE — Sen. Dave Argall, chair of the Senate Education Committee, this week guided legislation to expand parental rights in Pennsylvania schools to final passage in the Senate. “Too many parents feel they have been cut out of the classroom,” said Argall, R-Pottsville. “Broadening the rights of parents to...
Pennsylvania Urges Safety During Fourth of July Celebrations
Pennsylvania state agencies, including PennDOT, DCNR, DDAP, DOH, PSP, PFBC, and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner, emphasized the importance of safety during the Fourth of July weekend at Codorus State Park. Officials stressed the significance of responsible celebrations and the dangers of impaired driving, with PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll advocating for the use of sober drivers and alternative transportation to prevent impaired driving incidents.
Pa. Dept. of Labor and Industry joins national discussion on rising child labor law violations
Harrisburg, Pa. — According to the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance, last year Pennsylvania saw a 43% increase in child labor law violation investigations. The Bureau investigated 402 cases in 2022 and 574 in 2023, and the trend appears to be rising still. Overall, the Bureau investigated more than 5,200 complaints of alleged labor law violations — a 27% increase in investigations compared to about 4,100 conducted in 2022. This...
Pa. State police announce informational cards for autistic people
Pennsylvania State Police have begun distributing informational cards to assist autistic people when interacting with law enforcement. The cards, which include a person’s name, contact information and emergency contacts, state that the cardholder has autism and urge officers to be patient and direct in their interactions. Gov. Josh Shapiro...
Israeli divestment ban passes Senate
(The Center Square) – The 'Stand with Israel Act' passed the Senate on Thursday with broad bipartisan support, moving Pennsylvania closer to a ban on divestment from the nation by publicly funded institutions. It's one of many that moved through the chamber amid a flurry of votes this week intended to prevent a repeat of last year’s summer stalemate. And now, with the Senate out of town until Monday, all...
Arc of Chester County Participant Elizabeth Myambo to Represent Pennsylvania
A pile of red, white and blue ribbons with The Arc of Chester County logo. Elizabeth Myambo, an active Arc of Chester County participant, has been chosen to represent Pennsylvania in the National Miss Amazing 2024 Experience. Elizabeth Myambo, an active Arc of Chester County participant, has been chosen to...
Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in Southwest Pa. Saturday afternoon
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 2:31 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 3:15 p.m. for Westmoreland Ridges and Fayette Ridges as well as Allegheny, Westmoreland and Fayette counties. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 2:30 p.m., Doppler radar...
Property taxes are the lifeblood of local government, but officials, residents hate to adjust them
This story originally appeared on Spotlight PA. Property taxes are a critical source of revenue for Pennsylvania municipalities and school districts, but political inertia and fear of rising costs can prevent communities from keeping rates updated. The taxes are determined by assessments, which dictate how much a property is worth...
Miss Butler County competes in state competition
Miss Butler County Samantha Roth competed in the Miss Pennsylvania pageant from June 13 to 15 at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts in York, Pa. Many activities greeted the young women from around the state who participated in the state competition, including a visit to Harrisburg, luncheon with the York Philanthropy Club, pajama party and movie night, a Barbie-themed ball, Lilac Ball, and others.
Pennsylvania Democrat slams CNN for not fact-checking Trump
Democrats are slamming CNN for not fact-checking former President Donald Trump during Thursday’s first presidential debate, with Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) adding fuel to the fire on Friday. “Frankly, I think CNN could have a done a better job in calling [Trump’s] lies out,” the Pennsylvania governor told CNN on Friday. Following the first presidential […]
‘Safe haven’ for newborns installed at Penn Highlands State College
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A local hospital has added a resource to help new parents who were not expecting a pregnancy or those that suddenly find themselves in a position where they’re unable to care for their newborn. A Safe Haven Baby Box has been implemented at the new Penn Highlands State College. It […]
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