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Inflation Reduction Act marks two years, claims savings on drug prices
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Each day, Pennsylvanians experience higher than normal prices on goods – especially vital medications. “Too many patients have rationed their medicine and ended up with serious health complications because their treatment was just too expensive,” says Joe Albert. Pharmacist Joe Albert owns...
$250k-winning lottery ticket sold in central Pa.
Someone in York County is now $250,000 richer. A Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold for the Sunday, Aug. 18, drawing, matched all five balls drawn – 4-11-15-25-43 – to win $250,000, according to lottery officials. The Giant supermarket located at 275 Pauline Drive, York...
Culture club: Statewide arts plan could spur economic growth in Lehigh Valley, by George
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — “Art teaches nothing,” posited American novelist Henry Miller, “except the significance of life.”. Those bracing for a counter argument from any of the 25 folks affiliated with the Lehigh Valley arts communities who came before the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts on Monday should expect to wait an eternity.
Anheuser-Busch Enhances Support for Volunteer Firefighters Ahead of Wildfire Season
Anheuser-Busch, in collaboration with its wholesaler partners and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), is set to distribute over 1.5 million cans of emergency drinking water to volunteer fire departments nationwide. This initiative, now in its sixth year, aims to bolster disaster preparedness as the summer wildfire season approaches. Approximately...
When students return to school, many will deal with mental health or substance issues
As students head back to school this fall, they will cope with more than academics. Student drug, alcohol and tobacco use and mental health issues are declining in Erie County and are basically in line with statewide results, according to 2023 Pennsylvania Youth Survey results, but the numbers, especially the numbers of students...
Sens. Casey And Warren Sound Alarm On Kroger’s Digital Price Tags, Warn Of ‘Surge Pricing’ And Consumer Harm
The senators also raised concerns about the grocer's potential use of facial recognition software and the gathering of sensitive consumer personal data. Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey cautioned in a letter that Kroger and other grocery store chains might exploit electronic shelving label (ESL) technology to artificially raise consumer prices through a dynamic pricing model.
Five of Pennsylvania’s ‘fake electors’ from 2020 are back on Trump’s 2024 slate
This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for our free newsletters here. Five Pennsylvania Republicans who joined an alternate slate of...
Extra bases: Pennsylvania is heating up
Williamsport, Pa. — Here is your daily look back at standout moments of the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series: Clutch hit Greyson Gage hit a single in the first inning to score three runs for Pennsylvania. It was on after that point as the Newtown kids captured a 12-2 victory. They are rolling right now. ...
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
Pa. manager got what he wanted, an extra game in the Little League World Series
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT — ”Make sure you get me the extra game” is the message the manager of the Pennsylvania team in the Little League World Series had for his players before Sunday’s game. The kids from Council Rock Newtown did what Brad Hamilton asked by eliminating...
Sports Memories: Warriors Comback For Historic Overtime Win
Canton scored 20 unanswered points as they rallied past Old Forge, 20-14, in the PIAA, Class A football quarterfinals in November of 2021. Hey there, Home Page Sports fans! The fall and winter sports seasons are almost upon us! To get us all hyped up for the season – and to celebrate our 10 year anniversary of Home Page – we want to share some of our favorite sports broadcasts from the past decade. So pick a side and cheer for your team!
Man, 52, in custody for deadly Monroe County hit-and-run
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, PA — Note: the above video is from an earlier story. A Monroe County man was in custody Tuesday morning and facing charges he fled a deadly wreck late last week in Coolbaugh Township, Pocono Mountain Regional Police said. Investigators said Tuesday a trail of coolant and...
Pittsburgh-area drivers could see insurance rates increase
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Have you noticed your car insurance rates increase? If you have, you're not alone. Drivers all over the country have noticed what some are saying is a big jump in car insurance premiums.According to a report by Insurify, drivers in Pennsylvania can expect their car insurance premiums to go up an average of 35% this year. To simplify it, if you pay $1,000 now, look for it to go up to $1,350."It's crazy. I'm barely surviving as it is," said Natasha Obeldobel, a mother of two small children.Why are the rates going up? Plain and simple,...
New York State Man Dies After Tree Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died on his property after a tree fell over on top of him. While the chances of being struck by a falling tree are pretty low, accidents such as this can happen sometimes. Older or diseased trees with cracked branches or exposed roots can pose a risk for falling over on your property. Also, the amount of heavy rain and storms the area has endured this summer can be another big factor with trees weakening.
Newburgh man arrested for possession of loaded gun stolen in Pennsylvania
NEWBURGH – A 40-year-old Newburgh city man has been arrested in possession of a loaded handgun reported stolen from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Police responded to 46 Carpenter Avenue at around 8 p.m. on Monday, August 12 and found Phillips Peterson with the weapon. He was charged with two...
Steuben County Father and Son Charged for Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Involvement!
New court documents have provided additional details about the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. This event resulted in injuries to law enforcement officers and forced lawmakers to seek safety. Since then, over 1,000 individuals have been arrested in connection with the riot. Among those recently charged are...
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