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A Small Pennsylvania Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Pennsylvania is known for its diverse array of communities, from bustling cities to quaint small towns. However, a recent report has shed light on the alarming decline of one particular town, which has now been ranked as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the factors that have led to this startling transformation and explore the implications for the town’s residents and the broader region.
Video shows Sen. John Fetterman in aftermath of I-70 crash in Maryland
Video from U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's crash in Maryland last month has been obtained by Pittsburgh's Action News 4. At our request, Maryland State Police provided the bodycam video that shows the Pennsylvania senator and his wife, Gisele, in the aftermath of the crash on Interstate 70 in Hancock. Watch...
Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Doors optional on Jeeps, Broncos thanks to new Pennsylvania laws
YORK, Pa. — They can take tight turns and tackle tough terrain. "It's an iconic brand, it's been around forever," said Eric Walther, the general manager of Stetler Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and RAM in York. Jeeps and Broncos thrive in the outdoors. Many are designed to get the driver...
Nathan’s Famous Offers 5 Cent Hot Dogs on July 17th In Honor of National Hot Dog Day
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 17, 2024-- Nathan’s Famous: This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240717161817/en/ Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs Offered for 5 cents on National Hot Dog Day! (Photo: Business Wire)
High Levels Of Fecal Contamination Found At 4 More New Jersey Beaches
Summer at the Jersey Shore means long days on the beach, ice cream on the boardwalk, the sound of seagulls swooping overhead, and high levels of bacteria in the water. 4 more NJ beaches are now under advisory due to high fecal bacteria contamination. It's not something we're unfamiliar with.
Affordable Housing Waiting List Opens at The Max
If you fall in the 40%, 60% and 120% AMI brackets, the affordable housing waiting list for The Max at 606 W57th Street is accepting applications for current and future vacancies. Two studios, four one-bedrooms and four two-bedroom units are available now at the luxury residential development between 11th and 12th Avenues. You can also […] The post Affordable Housing Waiting List Opens at The Max appeared first on W42ST.
2 Bronx businesses raided by NYPD, NYC Sheriff's Office in huge cannabis bust
Two Bronx businesses allegedly serving as fronts for marijuana distribution operations were shut down early Wednesday.Officials said this is one of the biggest busts the NYPD and Sheriff's Office has seen in a while.At 3770 East Tremont Avenue, authorities seized 176 pounds of cannabis flower, 0.6 pounds of THC vape products, and psilocybin mushroom edibles.The cannabis flower was found in hidden compartments under a couch, covered by ceiling tiles, in filing cabinets, in luggage bags, and in plain view.They're described as being hidden in every nook and cranny."These are all mushroom bars, cereal milk, white chocolate, birthday cake, different flavors,"...
NASCAR Cup Series: Ryan Blaney not the big winner at Pocono
Team Penske's Ryan Blaney earned his second win of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season on Sunday afternoon at Pocono Raceway. The Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA became the second race won by the reigning series champion since the middle of June. But the driver of the No....
Newton looks to ease overnight parking, update tree protections
NEWTON — The Newton Council appears ready to ease limits on overnight parking in town and to institute new rules on how and when property owners can cut down trees. At Monday's meeting, the council also voted to equip and man a vehicle repair facility for town-owned vehicles, especially police cars with Councilwoman Michelle Teets asking that there be an in-depth look at the new operation in 18 months to see if the town is saving on repair bills.
Nearly all households opt-in to East Palestine settlement
(The Center Square) – According to court-appointed class attorneys, less than 1% of the nearly 200,000 households involved in the East Palestine train derailment settlement opted out of the $600 million deal. A court filing after the July 1 opt-out and objection deadline showed 0.09% of the 190,887 households in the settlement class opted out of the agreement. The settlement class includes households in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Seath A. Katz,...
Orange Bank & Trust hires new trust officer
MIDDLETOWN- Orange Bank & Trust Company (the “Bank”), the banking subsidiary of Orange County Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company” – Nasdaq: OBT), is pleased to announce that Cynthia Hand, Esq. has joined the Bank’s Trust Services Division as Vice President and Trust Officer in Goshen.
Chester Historical Society’s 2024 exhibit opens Saturday
In celebration of its 60th year, the Chester Historical Society’s 2024 exhibit will highlight the restoration of the 1915 Erie Depot, Chester’s role in the American Revolution and Civil War, and the evolution of local farming industry. Also featured is an exhibit celebrating the 175th birthday of Hambletonian...
Update: Air quality alert in effect for 5 N.J. counties Wednesday
On Wednesday at 10:06 a.m. an updated air quality alert was issued valid until 11 p.m. for Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex and Union counties. "The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Action Day for the following counties: Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, Union, Until 11 p.m. this evening. An Air Quality Action Day means that Ground Level Ozone within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards," states the National Weather Service.
Local Doctors Warn Of Children Being Stricken With Pneumonia From Contaminated Tap Water
Local pediatric doctor offices have seen an increase in the number of children they are seeing who turn out to have Legionnaire’s disease, a potentially deadly form of pneumonia, with the cause likely being the water they are drinking. A doctor’s office has confirmed this to Lakewood Alerts, saying...
Want to be a PA corrections officer? The DOC is hiring
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – If you want to be a corrections officer in Pennsylvania, the Department of Corrections is hiring for positions in Clearfield, Somerset, and Huntingdon counties. For interested applicants, the DOC is hosting a job fair on July 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quehanna Boot Camp, located at 4395 […]
Power outages impacting Delaware Valley, photos show storm damage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Delaware Valley is still feeling the effects of powerful, fast-moving storms that hit the region Tuesday afternoon and evening. Thousands of customers across Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware are dealing with power outages, and strong winds brought down large trees.The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey said on social media Tuesday night that it had received multiple reports of wind damage in eastern Pennsylvania and north and central New Jersey. "Radar data supports that several severe downbursts/macrobursts (straight-line wind) have occurred," the agency said around 9 p.m.In Philadelphia's Bustleton neighborhood, a large tree...
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