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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.
Reuters: Owner of Three Mile Island in talks with state about potentially re-opening nuclear facility
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — Five years after it was completely shut down, there's a chance that the nuclear power plant at Three Mile Island could be restarted. According to an article published this week by Reuters, Three Mile Island's current owner, Constellation Energy, has entered talks with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's office and state lawmakers to help fund a possible restart of the facility.
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.
Pa. restarts plan to upgrade voter registration and election management systems
Upgrades will come in stages over a, at minimum, four year process. After a multi-year delay, the state is back on track to upgrade several software systems to manage election data like voter registrations, election-night reporting and campaign finance figures. The previous administration under Gov. Tom Wolf started the effort...
Bill to allow medical practice across state lines sent to Gov. Shapiro
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — In an effort to address healthcare worker shortages, Rep. Frank Burns created legislation that would allow interstate licensing compacts to become operational. That bill, H.B. 2200, was sent to the Governor Shapiro on Wednesday, July 3. The legislation would require applicants in healthcare professions to submit fingerprints as part of their […]
Pennsylvania House passes historic marriage equality legislation
(WJET/WFXP) – A historic marriage equality legislation has been passed by the Pennsylvania House. On Tuesday, July 2, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 2269 with a historic 133-68 vote. This passing marks the first time marriage equality legislation has been moved through a chamber of the General Assembly. HB 2269 amends Title 23, […]
Baker’s bill modernizing professional licensure standards/practices becomes law
WILKES-BARRE — Sen. Lisa Baker on Wednesday said Senate Bill 403 — now Act 32 of 2024 – resolves long-standing issues and updates critical provisions to align the law with current professional standards and practices. Baker, R-Lehman Township, said the legislation modernizing the Engineer, Land Surveyor and...
Senate passes bill that would benefit farmers, veterans
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A bill that would benefit farmers, veterans and sportsmen in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate, according to Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35). Senate Bill 916 was approved on Wednesday, July 3 and is headed to the governor for his signature. The bill authorizes farmers to make deliveries directly to homes using […]
Applications now open for children's summer meal assistance
Harrisburg, Pa. — Applications for the federal SUN Bucks program — a SNAP-like benefit that helps feed children when school is out — are now open. This program provides a one-time benefit each summer for purchasing healthy, nutritious meals. Applications will remain open through Aug. 31. To determine whether an application is needed or if a family is automatically eligible, visit the SUN Bucks Eligibility Navigator and answer the questions. ...
Missing firearm report in Snyder County
Beavertown, Pa. — Police say a person is missing their firearm from a location in Beaver Township, Snyder County. Trp. Jacob Kozma of state police at Selinsgrove received a report on July 1 that a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 pistol was missing from the 1400 block of Reservoir Road. The pistol has serial number KFJ5662. If anyone has information or has located this firearm, they should call PSP Selisngrove at 570-374-8145.
Scholarship and fellowship aid Lyco student in ongoing student motivation study
Williamsport, Pa. — With several family members running a company, business was in her blood. Coupled with an early push toward business from a middle school teacher, it seemed nearly inevitable that Kennedy Marsh would go on to study business administration in college. “I knew from an early age that I wanted to study business. Working part-time in my family’s establishment instilled a love of business in me. Additionally, my middle school business teacher was instrumental in cementing that target and made me even more...
Columbia County couple safe after Hurricane Beryl moved away from Jamaica
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News now knows a couple from Columbia County is safe in Jamaica after Hurricane Beryl headed toward the island. Sara and Hayes Clark touched down in Jamaica last Saturday expecting to spend a week in paradise but things quickly took a turn. They were forced to hunker down as Hurricane […]
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