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‘Harmful algae’ closes swimming area at Gifford Pinchot State Park
Harmful algae conditions closed swimming at Quaker Race beach in Gifford Pinchot State Park on Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced. The closure will be in effect until the water is deemed acceptable by test results, according to the DCNR. Other activities on or near...
PPL asks regulator approval to raise maximum distribution improvement charge
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — PPL Electric Utilities customers could see their bills increase beginning Jan. 1 if regulators approve the Allentown-based company’s request to raise their maximum distribution system improvement charge. The company currently has a cap on the distribution system improvement charge (DSIC) of 5% of billed...
Delaware County in Top 100 Best Counties to Live in Nation, 4th in PA
Delaware County is one of the best counties to live in Pennsylvania as well as one of the top 100 in the nation, according to a new report by Niche. To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities.
Explosive Tradition Since ’77— Municipality Regulated Since ‘22
Fireworks on the 4th of July is about as American as the Declaration of Independence itself. The founding fathers signed the document on July 4th, 1776. The next year, while the Revolutionary War was still happening, Philadelphia put on a fireworks display. “Look, you can’t have a 4th of July...
Dog law fixes pass both Pennsylvania chambers unanimously; head to Shapiro’s desk for his signature
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Pennsylvania dog boarding kennels near state lines and dog rescues everywhere in Pennsylvania can breathe a sigh of relief after a final legislative act Wednesday to send legislation amending the commonwealth’s dog law to Governor Josh Shapiro’s desk for his signature. The state Senate Wednesday passed legislation unanimously Wednesday — aligned […]
New bill aims to make restaurant streeteries permanent across Pennsylvania
It looks like streeteries across Pennsylvania are here to stay.Many restaurants expanded their outdoor dining by adding streeteries during the pandemic.George Profi, who owns Ambrosia at 24th and Locust streets, says his streetery seats 30 people and it's open year-round, with fans for the heat."These are the first reservations where people go in and the last reservation that people ask for," said Profi.The COVID dining permits were set to expire at the end of this year. Now, streeteries are expected to be permanent thanks to House Bill 829."There are some restaurants and taverns that have shut down because of the...
Impact fees paid by gas drillers in Pa. in 2023 drop by more than $100 million
Pennsylvania collected about $180 million in impact fees from natural gas companies in 2023 – one of the lowest amounts paid since the fee started. The fee collected is over $100 million less than the previous year, a 36% reduction. It’s the lowest amount on record except for $173 million in 2016 and $146 million in 2020.
New bill could make outdoor dining permanent in Pa.
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — On a busy day in downtown Gettysburg, visitors enjoyed the warm weather and some good food outdoors. Businesses are capitalizing on the pleasant atmosphere with more outside options. "Outdoor dining is vital for a lot of restaurants," said Peter Bales, general manager of The Upper Crust.
Mohegan Pennsylvania casino guest wins $642K jackpot
PLAINS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Over the weekend, a guest at the Mohegan Pennsylvania casino won a blackjack jackpot worth nearly $650,000, according to a casino spokesperson. Officials with the casino tell 28/22 News this past Sunday, a lucky man from Plains Township hit it big at Mohegan Pennsylvania, winning a $642,000 jackpot. The jackpot […]
Pa. legislature votes to allow doorless Jeep driving
Pennsylvania legislators have sent a bill to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk that would allow owners of Jeeps, Broncos, and similar vehicles to drive without their doors attached. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Devlin Robinson, R-Allegheny County, passed the state Senate last year and was given final approval by the House on Wednesday.
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