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House Republican Suggests a Cabal Tried to ‘Silence’ Trump: ‘Now They Tried to Kill Him’
Cory Mills suggested during an interview that former President Donald Trump's attempted assassination was part of a wider conspiracy to try "to kill him." The post House Republican Suggests a Cabal Tried to ‘Silence’ Trump: ‘Now They Tried to Kill Him’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Pennsylvania budget gives funding for professional caregivers
(WHTM) — Professional caregivers in Pennsylvania are among the winners in the new state budget. Governor Josh Shapiro held a ceremonial bill signing, highlighting new funding to help those with intellectual disabilities and autism. The budget allocates $354 million to supplement the pay of the professionals who care for them. “How we’ll see it at […]
Weakened version of health care non-compete limitations becomes law
(The Center Square) — Among a flurry of bills signed into law recently, Pennsylvania has taken a step in reducing the barriers created by non-compete agreements in health care. But the law in effect is a watered-down version of what was proposed in the General Assembly. “It’s a C+,” said Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Pittsburgh, who introduced House Bill 1633. “There’s a significant amendment that diluted the impact of the bill. But it clearly remains a step forward with more work to do.” ...
This Year’s Budget Overturns Local Bans on Rodeos. No Pa. Lawmaker Will Take Credit
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. HARRISBURG — Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth appears to fit this description: Pittsburgh, which more than 30 years ago banned the use of some tools to control animals, including electric prods and spurs. The language is tucked into the nearly 140-page fiscal code, an...
Another change to Pennsylvania mail ballot envelopes: Full year will be preprinted
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Pennsylvania’s free newsletter here.Update, July 19, 11:55 a.m.: This story was updated with additional comments from Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt to clarify his interview.The Pennsylvania Department of State is hoping another change to mail ballot return envelopes will eliminate the chance of ballots being rejected this November because of voters failing to write in the year completely.In a directive earlier this month, the Department of State told counties that they should now preprint ballot return envelopes with the full,...
07-19 & 07-20 23RD CENTRAL PA AUTO AUCTION ANNUAL ANTIQUE & CLASSIC AUCTION LIVE STREAM
MACKEYVILLE, PA – This is a big week for classic car lovers in Clinton County. Friday and Saturday will mark the 23rd annual antique and classic car auction at the Central Pennsylvania Auto Auction near Mackeyville. The annual auction event will begin on Friday at 9 a.m. with 225...
GO Joe 27 “Year of Inflatables” to Kick-Off in Lock Haven
LOCK HAVEN-WNEP’s Joe Snedeker will kick off the 27th year of GO Joe, a charity bike ride for St. Joseph’s Center, in Clinton County. Below is a post from Clinton County Tourism Director Kira Rosamilia with all the important details of how you can be a part of this special event, starting Sunday night during the Summer Concert Series and continuing on Monday morning. See below for details.
$5M settlement reached in suit over medical death of Pa. county prison inmate
A federal judge in Scranton has been asked to approve a $5 million settlement with the final two defendants in the wrongful death suit brought by the mother and estate of a man who died in the Clinton County Correctional Facility. The proposed settlement with WellPath of Wilmington, Delaware, and...
MC 14s fall in Mid-Atlantic Opener
ALTOONA – The MIfflin County 14Us opened their Mid-Atlantic Sectional play Friday for the chance to pinch their ticket to a National Championship appearance. Their first day of play is a busy one, playing a double dip to start the tournament play in Altoona. Mifflin County’s first opponent Broomall...
Somerset County volunteer fire companies vote to merge
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Two volunteer fire companies in Somerset County announced they are creating a new merged organization. Over the past year and a half, the Fridens Volunteer Fire Company said they’ve been working closely with the Somerset Vol. Fire Department in creating one merged organization. On Wednesday, July 17, members voted and […]
Central PA students can get a free backpack at these locations for one day only
(WTAJ) — It’s hard to believe it’s already back to school time, but the new year is quickly approaching and a chance to grab a free backpack is coming up at multiple locations in the area. Verizon-authorized retailer Round Room, LLC, is giving away $3 million worth of free backpacks this year at its 12th […]
Push to Ban Smoking in Pa., Casinos Underway in Harrisburg
A push to ban smoking inside Pennsylvania casinos is underway in Harrisburg. Democrat State Representative Dan Frankel joined some Pittsburgh casino workers for a rally on the North Shore yesterday as they advocate in favor of an amendment to the state’s Clean Indoor Air Act to end tobacco use at their jobs. Frankel is a co-sponsor of the amendment, saying it is meant to close loopholes in the 2008 law. Rivers Casino currently has designated smoking and non-smoking sections on the gaming floor, while restaurants and some other areas are smoke-free.
2024 wing festival kicks off at PNG Field in Altoona
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona Curve kicked off their first “s’WINGfest” night at People’s Natural Gas Field on Thursday. The event replaced the former “Wing Fest” that was usually held at Legion Park. The last event was held in 2023 before it was canceled. Fans had free admission into the stadium and walked along […]
Pa. school board leader apologizes for Trump shooting Facebook remark
Carlisle Area School Board president Paula Bussard publicly apologized Thursday night for a social media comment that offended several community members still reeling from the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump. Bussard had responded Sunday to a friend’s attempt to make a joke about Trump rallies...
Motorcyclist killed in Cumberland County crash
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — One man is dead after a crash in Cumberland County Friday afternoon. The Cumberland County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as William Mack, 67, of Carlisle. They said he was headed northbound on a motorcycle on Route 74 in Monroe Township and turned left onto Route 174, crossing paths with […]
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