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Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pennsylvania toward solar, hydrogen
Thanks to federal dollars, Pennsylvania is passing new energy bills that require bipartisan compromise. Carbon capture, solar investments, and more are on the table. Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters.
America250PA observes its fourth annual Pennsylvania Day Initiative in support of Feeding Pennsylvania and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful
The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA) kicks off its fourth annual Pennsylvania Day initiative on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20 in support of Feeding Pennsylvania and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. July 20th is recognized as National Pennsylvania Day, and America250PA has dedicated this day to encouraging...
In Philly, demand is ‘overwhelming’ for Pa.’s LIHEAP air conditioner program
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Kimyatta Connor does not have any air conditioning in her two-story home in Philadelphia’s Hunting...
Pa. Sen. Doug Mastriano target of threats, part of trend in violent rhetoric against elected officials
A Franklin County man faces up to 30 years in prison for making online threats against a state senator, his county commissioner and a member of the National Guard. Court documents say Richard J. Little II posted threatening messages on his Facebook page in which he described graphic acts of violence, repeatedly referencing an eviction notice he had received on June 10.
Twitchy NJ man admits driving around with pipe bombs
HAMILTON (Mercer) — A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to having pipe bombs in his conspicuous car during a traffic stop in Mercer County. Jeremy Giliberti, 52, pleaded guilty to possessing destructive devices in Trenton federal court on Tuesday. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the Mount Laurel...
Pennsylvania children with disabilities learned how to ride bikes at special iCan Bike Camp
OAKS, Pa. (CBS) – Just in time for Friday's National Disability Independence Day commemorating the signing of the Americans with Disability Act, children with disabilities learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.Teri Miller was rooting for her 13-year-old son Chase, who lives with autism. After a week at the camp, which helps children with special needs learn how to ride a bike, he was zipping around the parking lot. Teri Miller fought back tears of gratitude as she watched her son zoom by."They have been so great here," she...
MontCo man killed in Colebrookdale Twp. motorcycle crash
COLEBROOKDALE TWP., Pa. - Authorities say a 24-year-old man was killed Friday morning in a motorcycle crash in Colebrookdale Twp. Police say Joseph Turi of Upper Perkiomen Township, Montgomery County was pronounced dead at Reading Hospital following an accident involving a motorcycle and tractor trailer on Rt. 73 (W. Philadelphia Ave.) at South Funk Road.
Man goes missing in Montco, last spotted in Philly, family says
Family members are searching for a man who they say went missing in Montgomery County and was last spotted in Philadelphia. Paul James Asman, 23, was near 321 Morris Road in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, back on July 19, 2024, when he ran into the woods near Wissahickon Creek and Germantown Academy, his family said. Family members said he then boarded a train from Ambler, Pennsylvania, to Jefferson Station in Philadelphia. He was last seen that night at 7:43 p.m. walking towards the Fashion District in Center City, according to his family.
Hunterdon Medical Center is Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
Hunterdon Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus Level quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood...
Fiery Crash in West Atlantic City, NJ, Results in Multiple Deaths
Law enforcement sources, Atlantic County Clerk Joe Giralo and Atlantic City Councilman George Tibbitt have all confirmed that a fiery car crash has occurred in West Atlantic City, New Jersey. The crash occurred on the Black Horse Pike at approximately 8:18 p.m., on Friday, July 26, 2024. I have witnessed...
Lucky lottery player in New Jersey just won $4 million — was it you?
Wouldn't it be great to walk around with an extra $4 million in your pocket?. That'll be significantly less after taxes, of course, but still... Officials with the New Jersey Lottery said there was one second-tier prizewinning Mega Millions ticket sold for the Tuesday, July 23rd, drawing that matched all five white balls, winning $1,000,000. However, that ticket was purchased with the Megaplier option, multiplying the prize to $4 million.
NJ struggling to control deer population
White-tailed deer continue to increase their numbers in suburban areas of New Jersey and even in the cities. The ongoing population growth has been acknowledged by groups and officials as a problem for land owners, drivers, and the state's ecosystem. So what can New Jersey do about it? The same...
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