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Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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Search for missing 15-year-old ends
MAHANOY CITY, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police were searching for a 15-year-old reported missing in Mahanoy City. According to the Mahaony City Police Department, 15-year-old Nywan Wallace was reported missing on July 17. On July 18 Wallace was found safe.
Local retired art teacher honored by Kutztown Folk Festival
Wapwallopen resident and retired art teacher, Ivan E. Hoyt was honored June 29 by the Kutztown Folk Festival and the Borough of Kutztown for 39 years of participating as a demonstrating craftsman at the annual event founded in 1950 and considered the longest continuous celebration of folk traditions in the United States.
Pennsylvania Invests in Job Training for People with Disabilities
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has announced a significant new investment aimed at enhancing job opportunities for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. On Wednesday, Secretary Rick Siger revealed that the Shapiro Administration is allocating $200,000 to the Community Integrated Services (CIS) Manufacturing Accelerator Program. This initiative aims to equip individuals with disabilities with the skills needed to secure employment in local manufacturing sectors.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Settles With Split Rock Resort Over Consumer Rights Violations
BLAKESLEE, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant settlement in a lawsuit against the owners of Split Rock Resort, addressing alleged consumer mistreatment related to timeshare purchases.…
3 things to know about the new Pa. law that could help urban gardeners own the land they steward
The law lowers the bar for “adverse possession.” It’s part of recent moves to improve garden land security. Many of Philadelphia’s community gardens are at risk of being lost to development. However, a new state law could give gardeners who steward land they don’t own a...
BMW Labor Deal to Keep Pennsylvania Parts Pipeline Flowing
The July labor deal reached by union workers at BMW’s Northeast distribution center will help ensure a continued steady supply of OEM parts and happy customers, BMW-certified repair shop executives told Autobody News. United Auto Workers (UAW) voted to ratify a contract that will raise pay up to 33%,...
LCCC gets grant to expand adult literacy program
N. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. -- A Lehigh County school is getting money to expand its adult literacy program. Lehigh Carbon Community College was granted $84,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to train and support volunteer tutors who teach adults. It was one of five schools in the state to...
Stuart Tanks Roll Again…WWII Weekend in Berwick
BERWICK – Embracing the grit, resilience, and the American spirit, Berwick is set to host its annual World War II Weekend. This event, a tribute to the town’s rich history, will take place from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Riverfront Park. That area is “The Test Track,” where tanks were tested before shipping off to war.
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