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Fireworks set for July 6 in Indian Lake
Local holiday events for today are: A fireworks display is scheduled to start around 9 p.m. July 6 in Indian Lake Borough. This article originally appeared on The Daily American: Fireworks set for July 6 in Indian Lake
Late surge, Hipwell's homer not enough for Spikes vs. W'port
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – After a seven-run fourth inning gave the Williamsport Crosscutters a big lead, the State College Spikes fought back to bring the tying run to the plate in the ninth inning before falling, 8-6, on Friday night at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Trailing 8-2...
Scott Tady: Boom was a blast; now comes Pittsburgh's best music fest
That's the next Boom on The Bridge concert in Beaver County. Visit Beaver County has already confirmed the return next year of a Veterans Memorial Bridge concert coinciding with the Beaver County Boom! fireworks extravaganza. I thought last Saturday's Boom on The Bridge went well, starring national country artist Chris...
Trump to campaign in Butler ahead of Republican National Convention
Former President Donald Trump will make his first 2024 campaign stop in western Pennsylvania on July 13, with a rally in Butler two days before the opening of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The presumptive GOP nominee for president will “emphasize the horrendous effects Biden’s dishonest presidency has had on our country,” according to […] The post Trump to campaign in Butler ahead of Republican National Convention appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Former Penn State cornerback A.J. Lytton dies at 24
A.J. Lytton, a former Penn State cornerback, died in a car accident Saturday morning, his former high school confirmed. Lytton, 24, was among three that died. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson and former Charlotte and Maryland wide receiver Isaiah Hazel are the others. According to Maryland State Police, Hazel was...
Buffalo Wild Wings eyeing State College location
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A popular U.S. wing chain might be coming to Happy Valley. Buffalo Wild Wings, known for its “Wings, Beer and Sports” has requested a liquor license transfer for a possible future location in downtown State College. The Borough of State College has the liquor license transfer process review slated for […]
Midland Arts Council show commences at Lincoln Park; winners announced
MIDLAND ― Her street scene titled "South of France" won best of show for Joyce Beatty of Chester, W.Va., in the 18th Summer Gallery 2024 show by the Midland Arts Council. Rodica Constantine's painting "Graceful Playing at the Merrick Gallery" won the juror's award for second place. Jennie Johnstone...
Myerstown woman latest to file a federal lawsuit over Geisinger’s data breach
WILLIAMSPORT — The number of federal lawsuits over the data breach that may have affected more than 1 million Geisinger Health System patients has risen to six with the latest one by a Lebanon County woman. Amber Lopez of Myerstown like the others is hoping her complaint against Geisinger...
Kennywood Memories remains nostalgic as ever and more than a little bittersweet
Despite being a Kennywood fan and a lover of theme parks in general, I had never seen WQED's Kennywood Memories. For the few who might be unfamiliar, the hour-long documentary special from 1988, produced, written, and narrated by Rick Sebak, is considered a classic, capturing not only Kennywood but Pittsburgh life itself.
Video appears to show man shooting dog with air rifle in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Home surveillance video appears to show a man stalking and shooting a dog with an air rifle in Pittsburgh's Carrick neighborhood early on Friday morning.The video appears to show a dog running along a street, and a man following it. Shots from what appears to be an air rifle can then be heard as the man yells something at the dog. The dog then begins to limp.A police officer with the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh is investigating what happened. KDKA-TV spoke with a woman who says her son heard a dog yelping in the middle of the...
Iconic York Fair vendor Lola's Hot Waffles and Ice Cream will not be returning this year
The owner of Lola's Hot Waffles and Ice Cream, known for their made-to-order ice cream sandwiches, has announced she's retiring the stand, which has been feeding York State Fair goers for over 60 years. Judy Nace is set to turn 80 years old next month and has been in the waffle and...
Boots to Health, working to improve veterans overall health
A nonprofit organization is working to improve the lives of veterans. The Boots to Health Foundation offers life coaching, fitness, training, and nutrition coaching to veterans at no cost. Logan Spiewak is the co-founder and Executive Director of Boots for Health Foundation. Spiewak, a proud Marine Corps Veteran, struggled significantly...
North East Firemen's Cherry Festival to Feature 4-Days of Food, Fun & Rides
Your favorite rides, slides, festival foods and games will be returning to North East, Pennsylvania July 17-20 for this year's North East Firemen's Cherry Festival. The annual summer gathering in North East is often a rally point of class reunions, weddings, family activities and honored traditions, according to event organizers.
New virtual reality park in York County offers free movement VR experience
YORK, Pa. — A new type of indoor attraction is now open in York! Another World Virtual Reality Park is a free-movement VR experience. "A virtual reality park is an entertainment venue where the visitors use headsets and motion tracking systems to explore and interact with their digital environment," said Hassan Sall, the managing partner of Another World Virtual Reality Park.
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