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Hancock County hosts successful 4-H camp
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Hancock County 4-H Camp made a return for the first time since 2019 after COVID-19 and enrollment challenges. WVU Extension Agent, Zach White says this year’s camp hosted 40 overnight campers, 23 day campers and 25 dedicated staff members. Link to previous coverage: Hancock County to host 4-H camp […]
West Virginia student earns bronze medal at international tech competition
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — A student from Hancock County, West Virginia came in third place in a world tech competition. According to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Education, Andrew Manteau, a 2024 graduate of Weir High School, competed in the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship (MOSWC) in Anaheim, California. This past year, […]
Father and son accused of assaulting country club employee
WASHINGTON (KDKA) - A father and his son are now facing charges after being accused of beating up a Washington County country club employee in June. According to the criminal complaint, South Strabane Township Police were called to the Washington County Country Club on June 16 for an employee who claimed they were physically assaulted on the golf course. The employee, Mark Yates, had driven his golf cart to the sprinkler near a home on Country Club Road when he saw three people jumping on it in an attempt to break it. They were later identified as Rowdy Williams Sr., and his...
Pennsylvania Attorney General joins multistate effort to support gun sale regulations
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in support of state and federal regulations that govern gun sales, arguing that these laws are critical for public safety. The coalition, led by New York, filed an amicus brief Thursday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for […]
Heavy traffic expected in Oakland this weekend as Pitt and CMU students return to campus
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Along with the Pirates, Steelers, and Riverhounds playing at home this weekend, there will be other traffic issues in the city. This weekend is the move-in weekend for colleges and universities in the area. Today, first-year students will begin moving into the dorms at Carnegie Mellon University. This will lead to extra traffic and restrictions on Margaret Morrison Street. Parents and first-year students at Carnegie Mellon University can get more information on the CMU website at this link. Along with Carnegie Mellon, it's also the move-in weekend for Pitt students coming to Oakland. That means heavy traffic on Forbes and Fifth Avenues this weekend through Tuesday. Pitt families and students can find all the details for move-in weekend at this link.
U.S. backing of war in Gaza sways swing-state Democrats: Poll
(The Center Square) – While both major party presidential campaigns have maintained focus on domestic issues like the economy and immigration, swing state voters show a growing concern about U.S. involvement in Israel’s war on Hamas. Recent polling from the Institute for Middle East Understanding, or the IMEU, shows that a quarter of swing state […]
Best online casinos in PA for beginners: Where, What & How?
There’s always a supply of Pennsylvania online casino sites to join. With new brands entering the market in large numbers, you can choose an online casino based on your gaming preference, the payment methods it supports, and more. Even with the range of online casinos, you should be picky, especially if this is your first time playing at an online casino.
Cucumbers linked to salmonella outbreak in 31 states, including dozens in Pennsylvania
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a new update on a multistate salmonella outbreak that's been linked to cucumbers.What to know about salmonella outbreak from recalled cucumbersThe outbreak of Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup infections, which was originally reported as two separate outbreaks, has been under investigation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in tandem with public health and regulatory officials and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Reports of sickness tied to the outbreak began on dates ranging from March 11 to June 4, 2024, according to the CDC."Epidemiologic, traceback and laboratory data show that...
Pennsylvania Lottery ticket sold in Carbon County hits $1M jackpot
MIDDLETOWN, Pa., -– A lucky Carbon County resident has recently hit the jackpot. A jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold for the Thursday, Aug. 15 drawing matched all five balls drawn, 1-7-9-23-40, to win $1 million less withholding. Friendly Food Mart II on Stock Street...
$7.1 Million Boosts EV Infrastructure in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today an investment of $7.1 million from Round 1B of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) funding. This funding is a part of the ongoing efforts under the Shapiro Administration to promote cleaner and more sustainable transportation options across the state. PennDOT Secretary...
PetSmart Settles with Pennsylvania Over Misleading Employee Training Costs
Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a settlement with pet retailer PetSmart LLC concerning deceptive practices tied to their employee training programs. The settlement addresses allegations that PetSmart advertised “free” pet groomer/stylist training, only to impose costly repayment obligations on employees. According to the Assurance of Voluntary Compliance...
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