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Groups Urge Department of Energy to Withdraw Loan Guarantee for Plastics Recycling Facility in Erie
More than 100 environmental and community groups are urging the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to withdraw a $182.6 million loan guarantee for International Recycling Group's proposed plastic recycling facility in Erie, Pa., according to environmental policy group Beyond Plastics on Monday. IRG said it will mechanically recycle the majority...
The Pirates’ offense has potential, but a bad approach is holding them back
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2024 offense will likely be why this team does not end the year with a playoff berth, or even a good record. They’ve been on the losing end of quite a few close games. But while this lineup certainly has potential, they need a new approach, because the current one is holding back what could be a solid hitting team.
The 15th annual SHYNE Awards
THE SHYNE AWARDS—NOW IN ITS 15TH YEAR. THIS YEAR’S EVENT WAS HELD AT THE PITTSBURGH PLAYHOUSE. (PHOTOS BY MARLON MARTIN) Time flies when you’re working hard and having fun. It’s now year 15 for the SHYNE Awards, which celebrates the positive accomplishments of young people ages 13-24...
Benedictine Sisters of Erie find unique solution to battle invasive species
The Benedictine Sisters of Erie have come up with a creative solution for the invasive species on their property. “Let’s Goat Buffalo” is visiting the sisters to clear out invasive species. On Saturday, the sisters invited the public to watch the goats work, do some arts and crafts...
Pirates reliever Hunter Stratton suffers serious left knee injury during awkward slide
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Hunter Stratton ruptured the patella tendon in his left knee during the fourth inning of Saturday night’s 10-2 loss to Cincinnati and will miss “significant time” according to manager Derek Shelton. Stratton was pitching to Tyler Stephenson with two on...
WPIAL football rankings: Week ending Aug. 25, 2024
Aug. 24—Class 6A Rank, Team, W-L, Last 1. North Allegheny, 1-0, 1 2. Central Catholic, 0-1, 2 3. Norwin, 1-0, 5 4. Canon-McMillan, 0-1, 4 5. Seneca Valley, 0-1, 5 Out: none Class 5A 1. Peters Township, 1-0, 1 2. Pine-Richland, 1-0, 2 3. Upper St. Clair, 1-0, 5 4. Woodland Hills, 0-1, 3 5. Penn Hills, 0-1, 4 Out: none Class 4A 1. Aliquippa, 0-0, 1 2. Montour, 1-0, 2 3. Mars, 1-0, 3 4. ...
8 new members join Somerset County Baseball Old-Timers Hall of Fame
SOMERSET — The Somerset County Baseball Old-Timers inducted eight new members into the Hall of Fame Class of 2024 on Saturday at the Stoystown American Legion. The class included Jack Boyer, Bob Christner, David Jodon Sr., Bill Knapp, Craig Knupp, Barry Landis, James Seibert and Terry Swank. ...
MLB World Champion, former SeaWolves manager returns to UPMC Park next week
(WJET/WFXP) – An MLB World Champion and former Erie SeaWolves manager is making his return to the region next week for a special event. Lance Parrish will be at UPMC Park on Aug. 28 to promote a new book, “The Enchanted Season,” with co-author Tom Gage, a former Tigers beat writer. Parrish was a member […]
Port Farms’ Flower Fest & Craft Show returns next week for its second year
(WJET/WFXP) – A returning event at Port Farms will treat guests to bountiful blooms and homemade crafts for the second year in a row. Port Farms will kick off its Flower Festival & Craft Show next week where guests can enjoy life on the farm, pick their own flowers and check out a craft show featuring local vendors, specialty food items and much more.
WVU football vs. No. 8 Penn State: Game time, TV/stream info and more
College football’s regular season has finally arrived. Coming off a nine-win season last year, Neal Brown’s WVU football team has an opportunity to “completely change the narrative” of the program this Saturday. West Virginia starts the year at home against No. 8 Penn State, hoping to...
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As of Sunday, August 25th, 2024, Bet365 is offering full access to its bonus for August 2024′s major sports events, including today’s NFL preseason games, WNBA action, Round 4 of the BMW PGA Championship, and MLB games in Pennsylvania and ten other legal states. By using the Bet365 bonus code “DIMERS,” you can unlock an impressive $1,150 bonus to elevate your betting experience.
'Decomposed Body Discovered Hanging From Tree,' In Pennsylvania, Police Say
Police were called to a report of a body in a tree in the 1400 block of North 66th Street at 9:47 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25. The person was officially pronounced dead at 9:50 a.m. by Medic 41. The scene remained secured as of 12:30 p.m. as Southwest Detectives...
Pa. officials unveil memorial for fire police officer killed in 2023
NORTH EAST, Pa. — Representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the Highway Safety Network, Fuller Hose Company No. 1 and other local first responders gathered at Gibson Park in North East on Tuesday to unveil a permanent memorial for fallen firefighter Shawn Giles on the one-year anniversary of his death.
Treasury Says Non-Profits Should Check Unclaimed Database
The Pennsylvania Treasury is urging nonprofit organizations, including volunteer fire companies, service organizations, libraries and more, to check the state’s unclaimed property database. Treasury is currently safeguarding $4.5 billion of unclaimed property, and many nonprofits have money available to claim. Unclaimed property includes things like dormant bank accounts, uncashed...
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