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Pa. Senate to introduce bill that would require cursive writing in schools
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Senate has plans to introduce legislation that would affect handwriting being taught in schools. The legislation, written by Senator Wayne Langerholc (R-Cambria), would require Pennsylvania schools to teach cursive handwriting. Currently, at least 18 states mandate the teaching of cursive, including but not limited to states such as Alabama, […]
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Wyomissing 2025 LSM/DEF Conrad commits to Arcadia
Wyomissing 2025 LSM/defenseman Ethan Conrad has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Arcadia University. High school: Wyomissing High School, West Reading, PA. Why did you choose Arcadia? “Arcadia University is the best fit for me academically and as a student-athlete.”. Who do you wish to thank? “I’d like...
Among the delegates at the DNC: A nonbinary drag queen from rural red Pennsylvania
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has been many things— a pageant of political theater, a platform for policy proclamations, and, perhaps most importantly, a showcase of the diverse fabric that makes up the modern Democratic Party. Amid the clamor of speeches and the whirl of television cameras, one...
Child hospitalized after being struck by vehicle while riding bike in Lancaster County
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Police are investigating after a child riding a bike was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of North Broad Street and East Lincoln Avenue in Lititz Friday. According to police, the boy was riding north on the sidewalk around 8:50pm when he crossed...
News We Love: 'Miracle baby' wins Baby Race at Pennsylvania fair
It's arguably one of the cutest competitions in the Susquehanna Valley: The Kiwanis Baby Race at the Elizabethtown Fair in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Babies who are 6-12 months old raced to win $200 on Tuesday. Victoria Regal was the quickest crawler — no walking allowed. Her parents, Cole and...
3 Dead In Wrong-Way Hatboro Crash
Three people were killed in a Montgomery County crash that ended with one vehicle overturned and two into a utility pole Friday evening, Aug. 23, police said.A Chevy Camaro, operated by a 31-year-old man, was traveling west on County Line Road and crossed into the eastbound travel lanes where it st…
Caiman found in storage unit in Lancaster County now at reptile rescue
WEST DONEGAL TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A caiman that was found in a storage unit in Columbia, Lancaster County, is now in the care of Triple J Reptiles and Rescue in West Donegal Township. John Fitzwater, who has run the rescue since 2005, said about whoever left the caiman and...
Take a look inside the Academy of Live Technology at Rock Lititz
Rock Lititz, the entertainment venue in Lancaster County, started a new chapter on Friday with the launch of a program that will offer students hands-on experience while earning a degree. The Academy of Live Technology at Rock Lititz opened its newly constructed education facility and welcomed students from the Pennsylvania...
Bucks County high school football scoreboard: Week 1
Follow along with up-to-the-minute score updates and results from all of the high school football games across Bucks County and Eastern Montgomery County in Week One of the 2024 PIAA high school football season in PA. Check back often throughout the night as we update scores. Friday night scores ...
Ongoing feud among Abington Township neighbors over alleged antisemitic behavior and anti-hate lawn signs reaches new verdict in PA Supreme Court
Drs. Simon and Toby Galapo of Abington Township are appellants in a legal battle that has made its way to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the Pennsylvania Record reported today. On Tuesday, August 20, four state Supreme Court justices reversed a trial court injunction issued by the Montgomery County Court of...
Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County is revitalizing its amphitheater
EPHRATA, Pa. — The Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County is one of the oldest tourist attractions in the Susquehanna Valley. Dating back to the early 1700s, it still draws visitors from around the world. Now, there's something new on the horizon, and you can help. "The Ephrata Cloister is...
Dollar General stocks shelves with fresh food
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Trips to the grocery store just got a little easier for some people in Lancaster County as the Dollar General Corporation stocks shelves with healthier food options. Mary Cunningham, a shopper, first noticed the fresh produce on Thursday while visiting the Dollar General chain store...
Lehigh Valley high school football is back, and we have you covered
Lehigh Valley high school football is back for the 2024 season, and The Morning Call once again has you covered. Veteran reporters Keith Groller and Tom Housenick bring you the best in-depth coverage of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference and Colonial-Schuylkill League. Every weekend, they have the top games from around the area covered. In addition to reading their postgame analysis, make ...
S.I. boxer now charged in Pennsylvania in daughter’s slaying; New details emerge
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The case of a former professional boxer from Staten Island accused of killing his daughter has officially been reassigned to law enforcement in Pennsylvania. An affidavit filed in the Keystone state, meanwhile, offers new insight into the 2020 murder investigation. Kabary Salem, 56, of Deal...
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