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Flash flood warning issued for part of Pennsylvania until Wednesday night
On Wednesday at 7:18 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning in effect until 11:30 p.m. for Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe and Northampton counties. "At 7:18 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly," says the weather service. "Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other drainage and low-lying areas."
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks
EXETER TWP., Pa. - "When one facility went out of production, half the country couldn't find sole source nutrients for their babies,” said CEO of ByHeart, Ron Belldegrun. Now, a bill in D.C. called the Investing in New Families and Newborns Through Tax Credit Act aims to give a boost to places like ByHeart, an Exeter Township-based baby formula company.
Pa. borough closes hall following threats sparked by mayor’s comments in wake of Trump shooting
BERNVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) — A Berks County borough hall is closed after “threatening communications” were received following comments made by the borough’s mayor following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Bernville Borough Council issued a statement offering condolences to the victims of the shooting,...
West Mahanoy rescinds approval of home to be razed in Girard Estate demo program
SHENANDOAH HEIGHTS – One of the homes previously approved to be razed as part of the Girard Estate’s demolition program will not meet the wrecking ball after all. West Mahanoy Township Supervisors approved eight demolitions at last month’s regular meeting, mostly in William Penn with two in Brownsville.
Solar farm concerns in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A big environmental change could be coming to a city in Luzerne County. We’re talking about solar energy farms. But not everyone agrees with the technology taking up space in their backyard. Nanticoke is in talks to allow building a solar farm on its land, but many residents say not in their […]
Realtors' association expresses opposition to possible deed transfer tax referendum
ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Allentown City Council deferred action on a bill that would authorize the Lehigh County Board of Elections to place a referendum on the Nov. 5 ballot asking voters to amend the home rule charter to delete the deed transfer tax from the section which regulates the tax rate.
Storms leave hundreds without power in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — The storms that rolled through northeastern and central Pennsylvania Wednesday evening brought down trees and power lines in Luzerne County. Newswatch 16 found a tree down on Alden Mountain Road near Nanticoke. Crews cut up and removed the tree around 8 p.m. Power lines are...
Three relatives arrested on riot charges after fight leads to shots fired: police
COLUMBIA COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Three Columbia County relatives were arrested on riot charges following a violent altercation on March 28. On April 5, Berwick Police arrested Paul F. Bartlow, 26, Paul E. Bartlow Jr., 55, and Benjamin Bartlow, 25, on multiple charges including a felony charge of riot/intent to commit a felony.
One dead, two injured in crash on I-80 westbound
Montour County, Pa. — One person is dead and two were injured as a result of an afternoon crash on I-80 westbound today, according to police. At 2:47 p.m., police responded to a three vehicle crash on Interstate 80 westbound at mile marker 221. According to Pennsylvania State Police, a Roto Rooter truck driven by Nicholas Troxell, 29, was driving eastbound on Interstate 80 when, for unknown reasons, it drove into the west bound lanes. ...
New Economic Development Funding Helps Sites Like Bethlehem Steel | WDIY Local News
Governor Josh Shapiro joined local leaders this week on the former site of Bethlehem Steel to promote his new economic development strategy. Senator Lisa Boscola highlighted Bethlehem as an example of the government coming together with businesses, which will be accomplished further thanks to the new budget. “For over a...
895 Million in Economic Boost at Risk: Pittsburgh Film Office Disappointed with Pennsylvania’s Budget Snub of Film Tax Credit
The Pittsburgh Film Office expresses disappointment with Pennsylvania’s new state budget for not increasing the $100 million film tax credit, citing concerns about the state’s competitiveness in attracting film projects and economic benefits. Pittsburgh Film Office Disappointed as PA State Budget Falls Short on Film Tax Credit Funding According to the report of Audacy, the […]
$5.9M in Tax Credits to Boost Affordable Housing in Philadelphia
HARRISBURG, PA — Senator Vincent Hughes has announced substantial funding for affordable housing in Philadelphia’s 7th district. Over $5.9 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) will support four new rental housing projects, bringing 163 affordable units to the area. Of these, 39 units will be accessible for individuals with disabilities. The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency will manage these tax credits.
City of Reading Reminds Public of Sidewalk Café, Sales, and Vendor Regulations
The City of Reading is issuing a reminder to all residents and business owners about the regulations and ordinances regarding sidewalk cafes, sidewalk sales, and sidewalk vendors. This reminder comes in response to an increase in unpermitted open-flame cooking devices being used on sidewalks, which poses significant public safety risks.
Holy cow! Blue Mountain High School gets a visitor
SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY, Pa. — A high school in Schuylkill County had an unexpected visitor in the form of a cow. A cow roamed the parking lot and fields of Blue Mountain High School. Viewer Bobbi-Sue Colna snapped some photos of the animal that escaped from a nearby farm. It...
First responders plan Night Out events in area communities
SHENANDOAH – Next month, first responders in three area communities will hold events to help connect the community with those who serve. In Shenandoah, the Shenandoah Community Ambulance Association, Shenandoah Fire Department, and Shenandoah Police Department are joining forces to hold their annual National Night Out event on August 6 from 5pm to 8pm.
Mother and daughter from Pottsville compete for national titles
POTTSVILLE, Pa. — The reigning National United States Pennsylvania Ms. Regina Burhop, walked the streets of Pottsville as a little girl. The very same streets where she is now raising her 4-year-old daughter, Ella Burhop, who is following in her mom's footsteps. Ella was crowned Pennsylvania princess in February....
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