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Study: These Three Factors Make Chester County the State’s Best Place to Live
Chester County is the best county to live in Pennsylvania, according to recently published rankings by 24/7 Wall Street that use data from the Human Development Index (HDI). The HDI is a composite of life expectancy, education, and per-capita-income indicators, which are used to rank countries into four tiers of human development.
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.
Bucks County Lake Listed as One of the Best Spots for Bass Fishing in Pennsylvania
A lake in Bucks County is being recognized as one of the best spots in the state for a long-beloved outdoor activity. Brian Whipkey wrote about the local lake for GoErie. Nockamixon Lake, located within Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, was listed amongst several large reservoirs in Pennsylvania where bass fishing is plentiful. A popular destination for local residents and visitors to the area, the lake and its park are replete with opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Drone franchise introduced by SweetWater Technologies
SweetWater Technologies aims to revolutionize farming practices through advanced drone technology, and has introduced its first group of independently-owned and operated franchises. The new franchise partners include Bill Pirkl in Byron, Minnesota; Nathan Janz in Tonica, Illinois; Grant Bell in Sullivan, Indiana; Skyler Stahl in Brownstown, Indiana; and Cameron Woodring...
Names to know as Penn State kicks off 2024 Lasch Bash recruiting weekend
One of Penn State’s biggest recruiting weekends of the year is finally here. The Nittany Lions’ annual Lasch Bash barbecue event begins Friday, with major prospects from the 2025, 2026 and 2027 classes all headlining the visit. It’s largely the unofficial kickoff to 2026 recruiting cycle, but with the current state of Penn State’s 2025 group, the Lions need to seal the deal on a few more names.
James Franklin Refers to Penn State Playing at West Virginia as Facing ‘Hornet’s Nest’
Despite entering the game as the favorite, Penn State head coach James Franklin knows the situation his team will be facing when it opens the season at WVU. “It’s a hornet’s nest,” said Franklin when asked about starting the season on the road against West Virginia at Big Ten Media Days on Wednesday.
Mother of trans youth said he was outed by Pa. Girl Scouts officials
The mother of the 17-year-old transgender boy at the center of an upheaval at a Girl Scouts summer camp in Dauphin County said her son was cruelly outed by the actions of camp directors. In an emotional interview with PennLive, Devin Sloan said her transgender son, a junior counselor who...
Penn State men’s soccer looks ahead to 2024 season behind new goalkeeping
With the departure of longtime goalkeepers Kris Shakes and Owen Elliott, Penn State will look a bit different heading into the 2024 season. Shakes signed a professional contract with the USL’s New Mexico United on Feb. 27, making his debut on March 23. Shakes made his mark in Happy Valley, ranking third all-time in program history with his 273 saves.
Martin’s Mill Bridge Park Gears Up for 175th Anniversary Celebration
This weekend, the Martin’s Mill Bridge will mark its 175th anniversary with a series of events organized by dedicated staff and volunteers at Martin’s Mill Bridge Park. The local Board of Supervisors is extending an open invitation to the community for the ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Friday at 1 PM.
Kim Mulkey, Hailey Van Lith Get Roasted After Costly Caitlin Clark Mistake Resurfaces
Nobody can deny that LSU women's basketball head coach Kim Mulkey has cemented herself as an all-time great. Not only had Mulkey won four NCAA national championships (three at Baylor and one at LSU), but her whopping career 723-118 record as a head coach was enough to induct her into the Naismith ...
Hampden Township passes noise ordinance after residents claim 'nightclub' kept them awake
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A series of noise concerns has been causing a stir in one Hampden Township neighborhood. However, local law enforcement said there's nothing they can do about it without a noise ordinance. Neighbors, who said they had been kept up until 4 a.m. almost every...
Buzz continues to surround Gov. Josh Shapiro as Kamala Harris decides on running mate
Pennsylvania is at the center of the political world right now.Not only is it a key battleground state that could decide the election in November, there is also continued buzz about Governor Josh Shapiro joining the Democratic ticket as Kamala Harris' running mate.Shapiro was at a rally with the Philadelphia Building Trades on Friday to endorse Kamala Harris for president, but the potential for Shapiro to be on the ticket was the buzz.When Shapiro was asked if he has submitted vetting materials, he directed that question to the campaign.RELATED: What 8 potential Kamala Harris VP picks bring to the tableOn...
Central Atlantic region gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.55 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.57 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Central Atlantic region has risen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $3.18 on Jan. 15,...
Celebrity app ‘Cameo’ settles lawsuit with Pennsylvania, other states
(WTAJ) — A popular app that allows people to get custom videos from celebrities and other figures has settled a lawsuit with 30 states over issues with paid endorsements, Attorney General Michelle Henry announced. Baron Inc., which owns and operates the celebrity app Cameo, agreed to settle with Pennsylvania and 29 other states that joined […]
Zayn Malik credits life in Pennsylvania, with home in Bucks County, for album inspiration
Zayn Malik, former One Direction star and ex-boyfriend of supermodel Gigi Hadid, recently opened up about his life in Bucks County. In an interview with British Vogue released three days ago, Malik shared his affection for rural Pennsylvania, describing it as "just chill. It is quiet, there are no human beings, it is a great place to reflect."Malik, who lives in the scenic town, credited New Hope with significantly influencing his latest album, Room Under The...
Vending machine outside of local hospital offers condoms, pregnancy tests & more; First of its kind in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) — Two major health care systems have teamed up to provide easy access to personal care and life-saving products. The Health To Go vending machine is outside of the emergency department of UPMC Harrisburg, and it’s one of the first in the state. Among the items in the machine, pregnancy tests, male and female […]
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