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Update: Heat advisory for part of Pennsylvania until Saturday evening
On Saturday at 1:46 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. for Franklin, Perry, Dauphin, Lebanon, Cumberland, Adams, York and Lancaster counties. The weather service adds, "Heat index values around 100 degrees." "Hot and humid conditions may cause heat-related illnesses," adds the...
Lake Erie filled with boats as people celebrate Independence Day
The cloudy weather didn’t stop people from enjoying the holiday on Lake Erie Thursday evening. The Fourth of July is one of the busiest days of the year for the lake, with hundreds of boats celebrating along Presque Isle. “Travelers from all over came to Erie this Independence Day...
Pennsylvania gaming regulator reschedules hearing for Wind Creek Bethlehem licence renewal
The hearing will be held on July 31 at Bethlehem City Hall. US.- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has rescheduled a hearing to take public comment on the renewal of the Category 2 Slot Machine Operator Licence for Wind Creek Bethlehem casino, Northampton County. It will be held at the Bethlehem City Hall on July 31. A severe storm which knocked out electricity at Bethlehem City Hall forced the cancellation of the previously scheduled hearing on June 26.
Update: Southwest Pa. under a flood advisory Thursday night
On Thursday at 10:24 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flood advisory in effect until 10:45 p.m. for Armstrong, Indiana and Westmoreland counties. The weather service comments, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in urban or other...
Colorado man sentenced for stealing millions in cryptocurrency from PA woman
(WJET/WFXP) — A Colorado man initially from Pennsylvania has been sentenced after pleading guilty to stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from a Pennsylvania woman. A Philadelphia-area judge sentenced 47-year-old Adam Davis, originally of Coatesville, PA, to 33 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release and must pay approximately $2.1 million in […]
Dog law fixes pass both Pennsylvania chambers unanimously; head to Shapiro’s desk for his signature
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Pennsylvania dog boarding kennels near state lines and dog rescues everywhere in Pennsylvania can breathe a sigh of relief after a final legislative act Wednesday to send legislation amending the commonwealth’s dog law to Governor Josh Shapiro’s desk for his signature. The state Senate Wednesday passed legislation unanimously Wednesday — aligned […]
Portersville Native Selected As New BC3 Vice President
Dr. Josh Novak, a longtime dean at Butler County Community College who has led student services and resources such as those for academic support, access and disability, food security and mental health, will become the college’s vice president for student affairs and enrollment management July 9. Novak, 39, of...
Investigation Underway to Uncover Cause of Clairton Blaze, No Injuries Reported
A blaze that erupted in Clairton on Thursday is now the subject of an investigation, as authorities work to determine its cause. The fire began around 8:15 p.m. on Miller Avenue. Firefighting crews were on the scene for hours, facing down heavy flames and a considerable amount of smoke, as reported by CBS News Pittsburgh.
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