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Shapiro says 'real freedom' starts with public schools
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Wednesday that Democrats support the “kind of freedom” that starts in the classroom. Specifically, the public school classroom. “You know what Democrats? We are the party of real freedom,” Shapiro said from the Democratic National Convention stage in Chicago. “The kind of real freedom that comes when that child attends a great public school with an awesome teacher because we believe...
Can lawmakers save local Steward hospitals?
As the Valley continues to reel from the news that Steward Health's bankruptcy is forcing the closure of Trumbull Regional Medical Center and Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, efforts are underway in other states to gain control of the properties.
Josh Shapiro and Jason Kelce as 'Odd Couple' that wasn't
(The Center Square) — In May, Gov. Josh Shapiro embarked on a weeklong family RV trip to promote the state’s new tourism brand, “Pennsylvania: The Great American Getaway.” Speaking at the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders baseball stadium, the governor wanted to show off “the opportunity we have when it comes to tourism and when it comes to economic development.” With stops in Philadelphia to promote urban tourism and lake visits to boost...
‘Welfare to work’ aims to lower costs for Pennsylvania taxpayers
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has introduced a bill that looks to help families transition out of welfare programs. The “Welfare to Work” pilot program, introduced by Frank Burns (D-Cambria), would encourage companies to hire individuals enrolled on the welfare rolls, which aims to help families to transition to self-sufficiency. The […]
Central Mountain Cross Country Teams Aim High with Strong Mix of Veterans and Newcomers
The Central Mountain cross country teams are set for an exciting season, with a strong roster of 27 high school runners, including 18 returners and 7 freshmen moving up from the middle school team. The team consists of 16 boys and 11 girls, while the middle school program is welcoming 7 new runners, 5 girls and 2 boys, all new to the sport.
Centre County High School Football Kicks Off
This story originally appeared in The Centre County Gazette. The 2024 high school football season begins this week with a full slate of games involving our five Centre County teams. Four of the teams — Bald Eagle Area, Bellefonte, Penns Valley and Philipsburg-Osceola — will be playing the first games on their Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference schedules, while State College will play its first non-conference game before it begins its Mid Penn Conference games.Here’s this week’s lineup: BALD EAGLE AREABald Eagle Area (0-0) at Bishop Guilfoyle (0-0)Saturday, Aug. 24, 7 p.m.Mansion Park, Altoona The Bald Eagles are coming off an impressive 12-2 season that...
Trial of ex-Pa. cop who used police records system for personal reasons nears an end
WILLIAMSPORT — A former Williamsport police officer is likely to know Friday if his use of the state JNET records system to obtain information on women for personal reasons was a crime. The prosecution rested and the defense for former Cpl. Eric B. Derr, 40, nearly completed its case...
Sketch Plan Presented for Drive-Thru Coffee Shop Location in College Township
College Township Planning Commission on Tuesday heard an overview of plans for the first Centre County location of a growing chain of drive-thru coffee shops. 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee is planning to open a location on a portion of the parking lot at the Hills Plaza on South Atherton Street. The 540-square-foot shop and 230-square-foot remote cooler will replace 48 existing parking spaces between Kish and First National banks in the parking area near Ollie's Bargain Outlet. Founded in Rogers, Arkansas, 7 Brew serves no food, only drinks including coffee, tea, hot chocolate, Italian sodas, smoothies, shakes and energy drinks. Travis Odom,...
Centre County Man Indicted on Federal Drug Trafficking, Firearm Charges
One of two men arrested in March for selling methamphetamine in Centre County is now facing federal charges. Taylon Hamilton, 30, of Bellefonte, was indicted on drug trafficking and firearm charges Tuesday in the U.S. Middle District Court of Pennsylvania after a joint investigation by the Centre County Drug Task Force and FBI. Hamilton and another man, Zachary Lyter, of Bellefonte, were arrested and charged in Centre County Court in March for possession with intent to deliver and related offenses. According to an affidavit of probable cause filed at the time by a Spring Township detective, Hamilton sold meth to a confidential...
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