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If You See Purple Paint in Pennsylvania, Leave Immediately
Have you heard of the "purple paint law" in Pennsylvania?. It's a lesser-known method of letting "visitors" know whether they're welcome. This law allows property owners to use a specific color—purple—to indicate that their land is private and that entry is not permitted without permission. This method is...
Public voices often ignored in states’ opioid settlement money decisions
The conversation wasn’t sounding good for Kensington residents on June 20. The Philadelphia neighborhood is a critical center of the nation’s opioid crisis, and the city had decided to spend $7.5 million in opioid settlement money to improve the quality of life there. But on that day, a Pennsylvania oversight board was about to vote […]
Trump explains Barron’s reaction to assassination attempt: ‘He loves his father’
Former President Donald Trump reflected on how concerned his youngest son was when he found out about his father’s near-death encounter at a Pennsylvania rally. Donald Trump had been speaking to supporters at the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July when gunfire shots were heard, with at least one of the bullets skimming the former […]
Concert Guide September 2024: Green Day, Nicki Minaj, Willie, Dylan, Pitbull, Jeff Lynne, and Meghan Trainor
September starts out with a musical bang with Green Day and The Smashing Pumpkins leading the bill at PNC Park (might as well use PNC for something productive). Don’t sit down as three days in Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper play the Pavilion at Star Lake. Continuing September’s strong opening, Nicki Minaj is in concert at PPG Paints Arena. Next up Meghan Trainor is bringing the bass to The Pete. OK, we can finally sit down and chill out a little as James Taylor brings his pleasing soft rock songs to Star Lake. Jeff Lynne returns to PPG Paints Arena for the second time on his farewell tour with his ELO. Willie Nelson brings his Outlaw Music Festival back with partners in crime, Bob Dylan and John Mellencamp. Pitbull and T-Pain are having a party at Star Lake. The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival features national and local talents preforming including Average White Band, Maysa, Shemekia Copeland, Howie Alexander, and Sean Jones.
Exploring Luc Robitaille’s Trade to Penguins and its Impact
The Pittsburgh Penguins traded for Luc Robitaille, a future Hall of Famer, from the Los Angeles Kings on July 29, 1994, but his impact was minimal. Acquired in exchange for a second-round draft pick and Rick Tocchet, Robitaille scored 23 goals in a shortened season. His tenure ended when he was traded to the New York Rangers the following year, where he found greater success. Meanwhile, the deal also involved notable players like Ulf Samuelsson, Sergei Zubov, and Petr Nedved, each leaving a mark on their subsequent teams. The trade remains significant in reflecting the competitive landscape of the mid-90s NHL, despite not leading to another Penguins' Stanley Cup victory.
‘Strongest core of seniors’ has Norwin boys soccer ready for run at repeat , Trib HSSN
Norwin’s Daniel Maddock battles for possession against Warwick during a PIAA Class 4A first-round playoff game last season. With an experienced group of seniors as a pillar, Norwin has its eyes on a WPIAL Class 4A repeat. If the Knights do go back-to-back, veteran coach Scott Schuchert believes his...
Veteran lineup has Franklin Regional girls in position to succeed
Good things can happen when most of your returning starters are seniors. The Franklin Regional girls soccer team will lean on experience from a group that has been around the block a few times in WPIAL Class 3A. Key 12th grade returnees include offensive centerpiece Abby Paterline (MF/F), Brooke Blakley...
Update: Flood advisory affecting Southwest Pa. until 1 a.m. Sunday
An updated flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 12:49 a.m. in effect until 1:30 a.m. for Allegheny, Armstrong and Westmoreland counties. The weather service describes, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," states the weather service. "Turn...
Pa. Republicans demand answers on Democratic state Senate candidate’s car crash
Republicans in Pennsylvania are demanding an investigation into a Democratic state Senate candidate’s single-car crash Saturday evening. The only point the two sides agree on is that Nicole Ruscitto, who is challenging GOP state Sen. Devlin Robinson in the 37th District covering a large part of Allegheny County, was involved in a car accident in Clairton, south of Pittsburgh.
1210 WPHT Veteran Spotlight September Honoree: Shaun Fishburn
Every first Wednesday of the month, 1210WPHT shines a spotlight on one outstanding local veteran, in partnership with Travis Manion Foundation, celebrating their remarkable commitment to community service and exceptional service in the military.
Army Corps of Engineers reminds boaters of safety practices ahead of Labor Day
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- As Labor Day approaches, officials are stressing the importance of safe boating habits.The Army Corps of Engineers says plenty of conservation officers will be on Pennsylvania's rivers and lakes this weekend to ensure everyone follows the law."Our members of law enforcement don't head out every day with the goal of ruining everyone's good time. I just want to remind you, though, [that] It is our responsibility to make sure everyone remains safe," says spokesperson Jeffrey Piscanio.Officials say you should always wear a life jacket, never boat impaired, and make sure someone knows when and where you'll be.
Pennsylvania high school football scores for Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024
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Better broadband service speeds up Perry County
Brightspeed, one of the nation’s leading fiber broadband builders, marked a significant milestone in its efforts to close the digital divide in Pennsylvania with the launch of its high-speed fiber internet service in Perry County. The event, celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 21 in New Bloomfield, had key dignitaries including U.S. Congressman John Joyce, state Sen. Greg Rothman and state Rep. Perry Stambaugh in attendance.
Shapiro hails Pennsylvania court ruling protecting mail ballots
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) hailed a Friday state court ruling that he says will protect Keystone State residents’ right to vote. The Commonwealth Court ruling ended a requirement that every mail-in ballot in the state require a handwritten date on the envelope. Under the initial rule, any envelope containing a ballot without a clear…
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