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Philly-area teachers and students debate proposed school cellphone ban
More school districts nationwide are banning cell phones – even some states are passing rules restricting smartphone use in classes. This summer, Pennsylvania passed a bill to pilot cell phone bans in schools and New Jersey and Delaware are also experimenting with more restrictive rules. But do cell-free classrooms improve learning, attention and mental health? Are there downsides to confiscating student devices?
Pennsylvania protects 247 acres of 3 farms in Berks County from future development
The Shapiro Administration has announced that Pennsylvania is investing more than $9.9 million to purchase development rights for 2,654 acres on 30 farms in 14 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. These conservation easement purchases ensure that Pennsylvania farmers will have the quality land they need to continue supporting families, communities, and jobs in the future.
WATCH: HSN Talks with Hopewell Quarterbacks Kingston Krotec and James Armstrong
Hopewell Township- One of if not the biggest strength of the 2024 Hopewell Vikings football team is at quarterback. Coach Matt Mottes and offensive coordinator Zach Rosa have the rare luxury of having two quarterbacks that are talented and can get the job done. Junior Kingston Krotec has been the...
Pa. Supreme Court sets Oct. 8 argument on claim that life without parole for felony murder is cruel
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Oct. 8 in an appeal that could bring hope for freedom to more than 1,000 people serving life in prison without the possibility of parole for murders they didn’t commit. The court in February agreed to consider the case of Derek Lee, who is serving life in […]
Exciting Night as Blue/Gold Game Ends in 30-30 Tie
Hopewell Township– Football was back as the Hopewell high school team hosted a Blue/Gold scrimmage tonight at Tony Dorsett Stadium. It ended up being a competitive and fun event to watch as both offenses looked great and the game ended in a 30-30. The two sides received tremendous play...
Pennsylvania State Police put out missing child alert for Myerstown boy
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Art Martynuska appointed as Johnstown city manager through 2025 & more at city council
Cambria County, PA — Art Martynuska is officially the city manager of Johnstown, and councilmembers say the unopposed motions they approved are all part of a puzzle shaping the region's future. The agreement made at Johnstown's city council meeting on Wednesday, gives Martynuska a 6-figure-salary, until the last day...
Nonprofit group that aids in students' successes will expand to four south-central Pa. schools
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Students in four South Central Pennsylvania schools will see new faces in the hallways this year. Communities in Schools of Pennsylvania (CISPA) is a non-profit organization working to provide additional support for students to be successful, in and out of the classroom. This year, the program is expanding its work to include Cedar Crest Middle School, Paradise Elementary School, Upper Dauphin Area Middle School and Ferndale Area Elementary School.
Blair County Commissioners discuss adding rain garden
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Blair County Commissioners have announced that they’re exploring the idea of adding a rain garden in front of the county’s parking garage. They voted to submit a zoning permit to the Hollidaysburg borough for the construction of the rain garden along Mulberry Street. The garden would face the Blair County […]
Central Pa. brewery opens kitchen with crab dip, cheesesteaks and more
Customers at a Perry County craft brewery can order cheesesteaks, burgers and crab dip with their draft beer. Lindgren Craft Brewery at 5 N. Market St. in Duncannon recently expanded the menu to complement its 24 craft beers on tap. “The plan was always to have the food. Nothing goes...
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