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Man in custody following sword attack in downtown hotel
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (KDKA) -- A man is in custody after he allegedly attacked three other people with a sword inside the Wyndham Grand Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh in the early morning hours of July 4. According to the criminal complaint provided to KDKA-TV, police were called to the hotel just...
Two flown after stabbing in Franklin County home, woman charged
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Two people had to be flown to the hospital after a stabbing Wednesday in a Franklin County home and one of them is facing charges, court documents state. Christina Schultz, 42, of Fayetteville, is accused of stabbing a man after he told her to...
AMVETS Erie giving away books, CDs, DVDs, more all day Friday
If you are looking for a second-hand paperback to enjoy on the beach, you’re in luck. AMVETS Erie is giving away books, CDs and DVDs all day Friday, the thrift store opened three months ago on Liberty Street. Its manager said the giveaway is a chance to show appreciation...
Portersville Native Selected As New BC3 Vice President
Dr. Josh Novak, a longtime dean at Butler County Community College who has led student services and resources such as those for academic support, access and disability, food security and mental health, will become the college’s vice president for student affairs and enrollment management July 9. Novak, 39, of...
Allegheny County Health Department reports a rise in Whooping Cough in school-aged children
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The Allegheny County Health Department sent out an alert on its social media pages on Friday saying they have seen an increase in Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough, in school-age children across the county. The county health department cautioned that Pertussis can be dangerous for babies, those with weakened immune systems, and children who have not received all recommended vaccinations. The symptoms could lead to serious complications including apnea, pneumonia, convulsions, or encephalopathy which is a disease in the brain. It could also lead to needed serious care in the hospital. Whooping Cough on the rise nationwide According to the CDC, 4,864...
Teens charged for Harrisburg July 4 incidents that cut fireworks short
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Multiple teenagers were charged from the incidents that led to the early ending of the huge fireworks show Thursday night in Harrisburg, officials say. According to the Dauphin County District Attorney’s office, an 18-year-old, a 16-year-old, and a 15-year-old were arrested by Harrisburg Police over safety concerns that involved guns and […]
A month after a Pittsburgh shelter fire, unhoused people ‘strive for another day’
Advocates say longer-term shelter and affordable housing options remain scarce amid closures — including that of the Smithfield United Church of Christ almost exactly a year ago — and rising housing costs in the Pittsburgh area. The post A month after a Pittsburgh shelter fire, unhoused people ‘strive for another day’ appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Houseguests Barricaded Themselves In Lancaster County Home, Police Say
Branden Hunter and Joanna Hagens were guests at a residence in Oak Bottom Village when they got into a "physical altercation" with the homeowners on June 24, according to borough police. Authorities were called to the Groffdale Drive home around 9:15 p.m., officials said. A Lancaster County Special Emergency Response...
Joe Lou Greco is JB’s Racer of the Week: 7/08/24!
Coming up Monday, July 8th, 2024, on DragList LIVE as JB’s Pick for Racer of the Week, I have selected Joe Lou Greco from Edinburg, Pennsylvania. Lou’s 1970 Pontiac GTO is an outstanding bracket racer, and I’m looking forward to featuring his story on the July 8th show!
Revs Slam Stormers to Celebrate the 4th as Forney Wins 1,000th
(July 4, 2024 – York, Pa.): The York Revolution provided afternoon fireworks on July 4th, using another big inning to complete the sweep of the Lancaster Stormers, 10-3 on Thursday in front of a season-high 6,352 fans at WellSpan Park. With the win, skipper Rick Forney earned the 1,000th win of his managerial career.
Penn State football 2025 target decommits from Alabama
Decisions continue to be made for the top talent in the 2025 recruiting class. A familiar face to the Penn State football team has re-opened his recruitment. Four-star athlete Zymear Smith has decommitted from Alabama and continues to search for his college home. Now, the Nittany Lions can reconnect with this dynamic playmaker.
Pittsburgh-area contractor repairs family's home for free as 7-year-old daughter battles cancer
PROSPECT, Pa. (KDKA) -- A family hired a local contractor to repair their home, but when he learned that their 7-year-old daughter is battling cancer, he decided their money would be no good.Guardian angels don't always have wings. Some carry tools and swoop in just when you need them. Mark Bowman, aka Man with Tools, was contacted by the Duffy family who needed a lot of repair work done at their home in Butler County. When Bowman found out the Duffy's 7-year-old daughter Lucy...
Millcreek Township hosts 57th annual Fourth of July parade
One of the biggest parades in Erie County hit the ground running early Thursday morning for their 57th year. Thousands of people lined 12th Street for this year’s Fourth of July parade in Millcreek Township, and it’s something that keeps getting bigger and bigger each year. The United...
Son of Pro Bowl linebacker announces his college commitment
The son of a former Pro Bowl linebacker announced his college commitment on Thursday. LaVar Arrington II, the son of LaVar Arrington, is following in his father’s footsteps. He announced in a video released Thursday that he has committed to Penn State, the same school where his father was a defensive star from 1997-1999. View... The post Son of Pro Bowl linebacker announces his college commitment appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Photo essay: Canonsburg’s outsized Fourth of July parade sees tens of thousands celebrate the nation’s history, spirit
The shoulder-to-shoulder scene at the Canonsburg 4th of July Parade offers a public forum to explore what it means to be an American, in all its complicated packaging. PublicSource photojournalist Stephanie Strasburg headed to the parade outside of Pittsburgh to document the feeling at one of Pennsylvania’s largest Independence Day celebrations. The post Photo essay: Canonsburg’s outsized Fourth of July parade sees tens of thousands celebrate the nation’s history, spirit appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Canonsburg Hosts Pennsylvania's Second-Largest Independence Day Parade with Over 60,000 Attendees
In the heart of Pennsylvania, the town of Canonsburg swelled with patriotic fervor as thousands convened to witness a spectacle of American celebration, the second-largest Independence Day parade in the state, an event deeply intertwined with the town's fabric for over six decades, the sense of tradition palpable in every corner as empty chairs lined West Pike Street days before the extravaganza—a testament to the town's communal spirit and dedication to an anticipated yearly ritual, according to CBS News Pittsburgh.
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