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From Iceland to France: More than 2 dozen new routes take off at these Pa. airports
Airlines have launched numerous new routes at airports in Pennsylvania this year. American Airlines launched three international seasonal routes taking off from Philadelphia. And later this year, it will launch two more winter seasonal routes internationally. Icelandair launched a route from Pittsburgh to Iceland. And a new route has launched...
Broadband authority OKs $20M for laptops
(The Center Square) — The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority voted Thursday to spend $20 million on more than 14,000 laptops to grow internet access in the commonwealth. The unanimous vote allows the Authority to award between 20 and 200 laptops to libraries, schools, municipalities and other groups. So far, 130 groups have applied to the […]
In Philly, demand is ‘overwhelming’ for Pa.’s LIHEAP air conditioner program
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Kimyatta Connor does not have any air conditioning in her two-story home in Philadelphia’s Hunting...
History's Headlines: Death rides the rails
Christmas 1901, the first of the new 20th century, promised to be a special one in Allentown. The air had been cold and the snow plentiful. Horse drawn sleighs were everywhere. Folks who had been over to South Bethlehem were still talking about getting a glimpse of the troika sleigh from Russia that Bethlehem Iron Company bigwig Robert Sayre had brought back from his recent business trip there. The local churches promised special services and the Morning Call was noting that the number of pageants were the best that had been seen in years.
Shift Changes Put More Chester Patrols on the Streets This Summer
Chester Police Commissioner Steven Gretsky and Major Katrina Blackwell. Chester is solving a shortage of street patrol officers this summer by making significant changes to its daily staffing to get more police officers on the street, according to a recent Chester Police Department release. Officers are now working 12-hours shifts,...
Hershey audience still believin’ in rockers Journey, Def Leppard and Steve Miller Band
Hersheypark Stadium was rocking Thursday as a trio of legendary acts — Def Leppard, Journey and the Steve Miller Band — took the stage. And while these are long-running acts — Journey is celebrating its 50th anniversary — there were adoring fans of all ages at the show.
Mayor Parker signs two new bills expanding public health services
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has signed two new bills aiming to improve public health and quality of life in the city at the Saint Christopher’s Childrens Hospital. These public health bills are targeting the most vulnerable neighborhoods, with one allowing the City’s Department of Public Health to open a health center on the Friends Hospital […]
Puerto Rican Festival and parade returns to Allentown with performance by salsa acts
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — It's time to celebrate the Isla Del Encanto. Allentown's Puerto Rican parade and fiesta will return on Sunday, July 28. The annual cultural celebration is held by the Puertorrican Culture Preservation, or PRCP, an organization that works to unite the community by fostering Puerto Rican heritage through entertaining events.
The Philadelphia 76ers May Build Their New Stadium In Camden, NJ
What would you say if Jersey became home to another professional sports team?. Now, what if I told you that a Philadelphia team was thinking about moving to the Garden State?. NJ Is Trying To Convince The 76ers To Build A Stadium In New Jersey. Over the past few years...
Court Rules PnB Rock’s Alleged Shooter Still Lacks ‘Competency’ to Stand Trial
The murder trial of Philadelphia artist PnB Rock began in Los Angeles this week, and it has already encountered significant challenges. The trial revolves around the fatal shooting of PnB Rock at a Roscoe’s Chicken ‘N Waffles restaurant in South Los Angeles on September 12, 2022. As previously reported, the alleged shooter, a 17-year-old male ... Read more The post Court Rules PnB Rock’s Alleged Shooter Still Lacks ‘Competency’ to Stand Trial appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
Albright College Adds Animation Co-Major
Albright College has added a co-major in animation to its full slate of undergraduate majors and minors. Students will learn storyboarding, 2D and 3D computer graphic design, motion graphics, video production, and more on their way toward innovative careers in film, television, gaming, and marketing. According to the Bureau of...
Teen Birth Rates Decrease in Berks with Efforts of Prevention Initiative
Berks Teens announced that the latest data from the Pennsylvania Department of Health shows a decrease in teen birth rates for Berks County and the City of Reading. After a slight uptick in last year’s data, Berks Teens was encouraged by the improvement and their part in the effort. The numbers indicate that Berks County’s birth rate is, for the first time, better than that of the U.S. data overall, with 13.2 births per 1,000 in 2022. (see graph below.)
AD Kraft: Rev Share With Athletes 'Huge Advantage' For Penn State
Athletic director Pat Kraft says Penn State will participate in revenue sharing with its athletes at the highest possible level. He also explains why scholarship limits are effectively going away and how that will impact PSU.
Old Farmer's Almanac predicts fall forecast. See what it says for North Jersey
For those eagerly anticipating a trip to the apple orchards and pumpkin patches this fall, don't forget a sweater as temperatures are predicted to be cooler than usual, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The periodical released its annual fall forecast, and North Jersey residents are expected to see below average temperatures, while...
Pennsylvania Weather: Cool Nights and Hot Days Expected
Philadelphia, PA – A relatively cool night is forecast for Pennsylvania, with temperatures dropping to the low to mid-60s, providing some relief from the summer heat. This brief respite will be followed by a significant warm-up as the weekend progresses, with highs expected to reach 90°F by Sunday.
Officials say woman dead after Hazleton fire
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials say a woman died after a structure fire in Hazleton Saturday afternoon. Officials say at 3:45 p.m., the Hazleton City Fire Department was called to the 700 block of North Locus Street in Hazleton Saturday for a reported working structure fire. Upon arrival, the Hazleton Police Department explained in […]
Josh Shapiro stumps for Kamala Harris in central Pa. amid VP speculation
CARLISLE, Pa. (CBS) -- Amid speculation that he could be Vice President Kamala Harris' pick for a running mate, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro appeared in central Pennsylvania for a rally on Saturday and stumped for the presumptive Democratic nominee.Video from WHP-TV in Harrisburg showed Shapiro on stage at a barn in Carlisle, a small town in Cumberland County outside the state capital, Harrisburg.The Harris campaign said this is "a weekend of action" sprinting toward Election Day on Nov. 5, 2024. Sunday will mark 100 days until the election and the Harris campaign says battleground Pennsylvania is a big focus.In remarks...
Big eighth inning fuels Pa. victory over Maryland at Big 26 Baseball Classic
Thanks to a four-run burst in the eighth inning, Pennsylvania kickstarted the annual Big 26 Baseball Classic Friday with a 6-3 victory over Maryland. At FNB Field, Pa. trailed 3-0 through five complete innings before inching within 3-2 with single runs in the sixth and seventh frames. Chris Schaller tagged a solo home run in the seventh.
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