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AP photographer captures another perspective of the attack on Trump
BUTLER, Pennsylvania (AP) — Gene Puskar has been with The Associated Press for 45 years. Based in Pittsburgh, his career has spanned a wide range of events including the nuclear accident at Three Mile Island, the Sept. 11 attack that downed Flight 93, Stanley Cups and World Series, many presidential and campaign events and, his favorite, the Little League World Series.
Sharon Waterfire Fest kicks off Saturday, here's everything you need to know before you go
The Sharon Waterfire Festival is almost here with the festivities kicking off Saturday, July 27. Here's everything you need to know before you go. The festivities begin at 2:00 p.m. Saturday and will last until 11:00 p.m. This year's fest will consist of vendors, a food court, a children's fun zone, a blessing of the Shenango River courtesy of Native American Leon Briggs, a fire show courtesy of Jimmy Pyro and of course plenty of live music on the main stage.
FACT CHECK: No, ABC News Reporter Pierre Thomas Did Not Say The Government Tried To Kill Trump
A video shared on X claims ABC News journalist Pierre Thomas said the U.S. government tried to kill 2024 Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump when reporting on the shooting that occurred at Trump’s July 13 campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Verdict: False. The claim is false. A...
It’s been 10 years since the lanternfly landed in Pa. How bad is it?
When lanternflies were discovered in Berks County in 2014, panic set in among the country and region’s top scientists. They feared the insect would devastate Pennsylvania’s robust farming, lumber, and grape industries. A 2019 study projected annual costs of damage could reach $324 million and result in the loss of 2,800 jobs across agricultural industries.
PA Parents can use new app to find accessible playgrounds
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A new app from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society can help families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their kid’s needs. Parents across the commonwealth can now find accessible playgrounds using the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society’s Park Finder app. In a release sent out on […]
Changes to vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania could be coming
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Changes could be coming for vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania, including making it part of your yearly state inspection. Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-Philadelphia) plans to introduce legislation to combat vehicle window tint that is too dark and blocks too much light. Currently, in Pennsylvania, Visible Light Transmission (VLT) needs to be […]
Pitt Adds Another Opponent to 2024 Schedule
Radford – Nov. 4. Pitt will open the season with a home game against Radford on Nov. 4. Jon Rothstein reported this news in May. According to Rocco Miller, VMI will be traveling to the Petersen Events Center to take on Pitt as part of the Greenbrier Tip Off Event’s on-campus series.
Dickinson Center in St. Marys to receive $750k grant
WASHINGTON D.C. (WTAJ) — A $750,000 grant is heading to the Dickinson Center in St. Marys, Rep Glenn “GT” Thompson announced Friday. The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has granted the Dickinson Center the $750,000 that will go towards consolidating several community and health services in Elk and Cameron Counties into one new facility that will […]
Local Amish Man Accused of Groping Woman in Store in Pine Creek Township
PINE CREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A local Amish man is facing charges for allegedly groping a woman at a convenience store in Pine Creek Township. According to court documents, on Monday, July 22, Punxsutawney-based State Police filed the following criminal charge against 21-year-old Atlee E. Hershberger, of Brockway, in District Judge Gregory Bazylak’s office:
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