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Here’s what to know about the new Title IX regulations in Pennsylvania
The state’s Department of Education plans to update its own policy to reflect the new Title IX regulations that protect students from gender identity discrimination. The Biden administration’s new Title IX regulations went into effect Aug. 1. But 26 states have blocked it and some individual schools are exempt from implementation, thanks to a federal injunction.
Fetterman’s Own Communications Director Blasts His Views on Israel to Reporter
Senator John Fetterman’s (D-PA) communications director, Carrie Adams, dismissed his views on Israel and Gaza in an interview debrief as “a lot less nuanced” than hers and bluntly confessed to Free Press senior editor Peter Savodnik: “I don’t agree with him.”. The interaction, which took...
Students Prepare to Head Back to School in Northwestern Pa.
It is the final week of summer vacation for many students across northwestern Pennsylvania. The first day of class for students in Erie's Public Schools is just one week away on Monday, Aug. 26. Several other districts start the following day - Tuesday, Aug. 27. That's the first day of...
Trump continues personal attacks against Harris: ‘I’m a better looking person’
Former President Trump campaigned in the battleground state of Pennsylvania on Saturday and went after Vice President Harris’s physical appearance as his Republican allies have pushed him to instead focus on the policy differences with his political opponent. “I am much better looking than her,” Trump told supporters at a rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. “I’m…
Family Autism Day at Pennsylvania camp
COLUMBIA COUNTY, Pa. — For the first time, Camp Louise near Berwick held a family autism day, all thanks to a grant from the Luzerne Foundation. Janet Lopez, president of the non-profit group Friends of Camp Louise, says its purpose is to get kids from the community out into nature with fun and exciting activities.
Surgical technology grads achieve 100% board exam pass rate
The entire cohort of Pennsylvania College of Technology’s 2024 surgical technology graduates passed the national Certified Surgical Technologist Examination on their first attempt. The group graduated on Aug. 3. “We are proud of the students’ performance on this important credentialing exam,” said Wendy A. Miller, assistant dean of health...
In Motion: Byron Center native set to compete in Little League Home Run Derby
BYRON CENTER, Mich — Thousands of people from across the country are flocking to Williamsport, Pennsylvania for the Little League World Series and Home Run Derby. West Michigan will be represented in the events this year by a young girl from Byron Center. “She put in a lot of...
Utah Little Leaguer who fell from bunk bed in Williamsport works hard on recovery, father says
It has been two years since a Utah Little Leaguer nearly died from head injuries when in his sleep he fell from an upper bunk in his dorm at the world series in South Williamsport. Easton Oliverson continues his recovery and a lawsuit stemming from the incident is proceeding in...
Business hubs on Chambersburg’s Archer Drive to get $1 million in state transport dollars
19 August 2024- On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro announced a significant investment of over $51 million in funding from the Multimodal Transportation Fund to support 66 crucial transportation projects across 32 counties in Pennsylvania. The funding will be allocated towards highway, bridge, aviation, ports, and bike and pedestrian initiatives — ensuring a safe and reliable transportation system for all Pennsylvanians.
Troy EV Maker Mullen Lands $7.7M Order for 130 Commercial Vans and Trucks
Troy-based EV manufacturer Mullen Automotive has announced Eco Auto, an EV dealer covering the Northeast U.S., ordered 130 Class 1 EV cargo vans and 50 Class 3 EV trucks for an estimated value of $7.7 million. The agreement will expand to cover national fleet opportunities in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island,...
Chilly Blast Hits Northern Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania, Cleveland Braces for Below Normal Temperatures
The National Weather Service in Cleveland has forecasted a notable chill descending across northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania. According to the latest area forecast discussion, residents should expect "unusually-cold air mass" and persistent lake-effect cloudiness as a trough moves eastward and a ridge builds from the Upper Midwest, setting the stage for cooler late summer temperatures and increased cloud cover through Tuesday. NWS Cleveland report indicated that "850 mb temperatures falling from near 12C to near 6C over the ~24C lake surface" are anticipated to contribute to the ongoing lake-effect weather phenomenon.
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