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Sunbury Man Charged with Rape will go to Trial
SUNBURY – The Daily Item reports a Northumberland County judge has ruled there is sufficient evidence for a rape case to move forward to trial. 21-year-old Anthony Ponce of Sunbury is heading to trial, charged with felony rape and sexual assault. Police say Ponce is accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl in November of 2023. During an interview, Ponce allegedly admitted to police that the incident occurred.
‘Agnes’ documentary to be screened at River Common on Sept. 12
WILKES-BARRE — “Agnes,” a critically-acclaimed documentary film that chronicles the Agnes Flood of 1972 and its impact on the Wyoming Valley, will be screened on Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Millennium Circle at River Common in Wilkes-Barre. The screening was originally scheduled for June 21, but was...
ACCT Philly will pay families to foster animals to help with overcrowding concerns
Philadelphia, PA – ACCT Philly is addressing overcrowding concerns by paying people to foster animals. The organization’s new “Foster Frenzy” program is creating incentives for families to open their homes to shelter pets since the summer season is peek time for overcrowding. Foster families will receive $100 for caring for either an adult cat, or […]
Why Biz Groups Say Tax Credits Aren’t Enough to Solve Pa.’s Child Care Crisis
This story first appeared in How We Care, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring original reporting and perspectives on how we care for one another at all stages of life. Sign up for free here. HARRISBURG — For many families, child care in Pennsylvania is unaffordable and hard to access. It’s also rough on workers in the industry who receive low pay and don’t often remain in jobs. The situation has gotten so bad that business groups from across Pennsylvania recently implored lawmakers to intervene, arguing that “virtually all economic sectors” are affected by the shortage. Working parents can’t find child care so employers...
Keys lose series finale to Crosscutters
The Williamsport Crosscutters scored the go-ahead run in the bottom of the seventh and held on for a 3-2 win over the Frederick Keys in Sunday's series finale at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. The Keys, who won on Friday and Saturday, split the four-game series.
Giving back in honor of a loved one
SCRANTON, Pa. — The family of Jim Barrett gathered along Olive Street in Scranton on Sunday to give away food, school supplies, sleeping bags, and toiletries to those in need. Jim Barrett died last year, and his family says he was all about helping others. "He was all about...
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro says he has not been vetted for VP
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) — As we inch closer to Election Day, more and more voters are wondering who likely Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris will choose as her running mate.There's speculation Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is being considered.On Tuesday at Shippensburg University, all eyes were on Shapiro as he confirmed he has not been part of any vetting process for the possible vice presidential position."I was not asked and have not submitted any paperwork," Shapiro said.After speaking to a crowd of educators and students outside of Stewart Hall, Shapiro was immediately asked several questions about possibly running alongside...
Officers left post overlooking roof before shooter ascended: State police commissioner
Two local officers stationed inside a building overlooking the roof from which Thomas Matthew Crooks attempted to assassinate former President Trump left their post moments before the shooter ascended, the commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) told a House committee on Tuesday.
ChristianaCare Raises Minimum Wage to $16.50 an Hour
ChristianaCare increased its minimum wage to $16.50 an hour effective July 21, 2024. The new $16.50 per hour minimum wage exceeds federal, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania minimum wage rates. Interested in a career at ChristianaCare? Click here. “At ChristianaCare, we are committed to creating health so that people can flourish, and that begins […] The post ChristianaCare Raises ... Read More
Lycoming College STEM offerings get a boost with new environmental science major
Building on the strength of the Clean Water Institute and an already robust biology program, Lycoming College will expand its offerings with the launch of a major in environmental science in time for fall 2024. The new major is expected to attract students interested in the rapidly growing green jobs sector, making Lycoming a more competitive choice among its peers.
President of Cedar Crest College steps into new role on AICUP Board
Three college presidents are starting new statewide roles on the nonprofit AICUP board, including one from our area. Elizabeth M. Meade, Ph.D., President of Cedar Crest College, will be starting a new statewide leadership role as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Board of Directors. Dr. Meade became the fourteenth President of...
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