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Traveling to die: The latest form of medical tourism
In the 18 months after Francine Milano was diagnosed with a recurrence of the ovarian cancer she thought she’d beaten 20 years ago, she traveled twice from her home in Pennsylvania to Vermont. She went not to ski, hike, or leaf-peep, but to arrange to die. “I really wanted to take control over how I […]
PennZone, PennLive’s live high school football watch-along show, is live
The high school football season has begun and PennLive is bringing it live with its new watch-along show PennZone. Follow the action live with sports editor Austin Hertzog and high school football expert Brian Linder as they monitor all the action in the Mid-Penn and around Pennsylvania during the second half and post-game.
‘I’m a Playmaker’: Scoop Smith Carries Electric Play into Junior Campaign
There’s not much of a debate when it comes to discussing the most electrifying athletes within the WPIAL. All you need to do is bear witness to the fine art that is the play of Woodland Hills junior Scoop Smith. When the 5-foot-6, 145-pound wide receiver has the ball...
Porter, Erie McDowell Power Past Woodland Hills at Wolvarena
TURTLE CREEK, Pa. — Erie McDowell came into the East Hills of Pittsburgh with one thing on their mind and that was establishing the ground game and running rampant all over its opponent. That’s exactly what Erie McDowell did against Woodland Hills in order to come out on top,...
Local Dems fired up for Harris after DNC: "exciting and thrilling"
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic nomination at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night has energized members of her party from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.Delegates from around the Philadelphia area tell CBS News Philadelphia they're motivated and that Harris gives them a real shot at victory in the 2024 presidential election against Republican former President Donald Trump."I find it exciting and thrilling because it's a woman," said Janet Diaz Temin, a Democratic city councilmember in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. "Obviously, she is like me, a woman of color."The historical significance also wasn't lost on 95-year-old Angie...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 22, 2024
Aug. 22—High schools Football Friday's schedule Nonconference Albert Gallatin at Greensburg Salem, 7 p.m. Allderdice at Fox Chapel, 7 p.m. Apollo-Ridge at Leechburg, 7 p.m. Armstrong at Highlands, 7 p.m. Avella at Mapletown, 7 p.m. Avonworth at Burrell, 7:30 p.m. Beaver Falls at Blackhawk, 7 p.m. Bentworth vs. Brownsville at Charleroi, 7 p.m. Bethel Park at Seneca Valley, 7 p.m. Brentwood at ...
Jury sides with Pennsylvania teacher in suit against district over Jan. 6 rally
A Pennsylvania school district violated a teacher’s constitutional rights by falsely suggesting he took part in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, a federal jury has concluded. After an 11-day trial, jurors found the Allentown School District retaliated against Jason Moorehead when it suspended him after the deadly insurrection in the nation’s capital and asserted he “was […]
Steward to close two Ohio hospitals, Pennsylvania facility at risk
Steward is closing two Ohio hospitals with another in Pennsylvania at high risk of closure as the health system continues to limp through bankruptcy. The closures of Trumbull Regional Medical Center and Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, both in Warren, Ohio, come after Steward failed to find a buyer for the facilities. The hospitals will start closing on or around Sept. 20, according to the system.
Plans for $450 million Pennsylvania laboratory complex unveiled
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of General Services (DGS) recently unveiled plans to construct a new $450 million joint laboratory complex in Harrisburg. According to DGS, the site plans they unveiled for the $450 million laboratory complex will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities for four commonwealth agencies.
Pa. Senate to introduce bill that would require cursive writing in schools
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Senate has plans to introduce legislation that would affect handwriting being taught in schools. The legislation, written by Senator Wayne Langerholc (R-Cambria), would require Pennsylvania schools to teach cursive handwriting. Currently, at least 18 states mandate the teaching of cursive, including but not limited to states such as Alabama, […]
Among the delegates at the DNC: A nonbinary drag queen from rural red Pennsylvania
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has been many things— a pageant of political theater, a platform for policy proclamations, and, perhaps most importantly, a showcase of the diverse fabric that makes up the modern Democratic Party. Amid the clamor of speeches and the whirl of television cameras, one...
Morris Township Police Department is Hiring
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Freshman tight end might not be a factor in opener, but it might not be long until he’s heard from
The season-opening matchup between West Virginia and No. 8 Penn State on Aug. 31 at Mountaineer Field will feature two teams feeling pretty good about their tight ends. The Nittany Lions return Tyler Warren, who was second on the team in receptions and yards and tied for the lead in touchdowns last season, but they might have a sleeper on the roster, too.
Pat McAfee Issues Major Warning to College Football Powerhouse Over Week 1 Showdown
ESPN's Pat McAfee didn't mix words when breaking down the Big Ten and issuing a stern warning to a specific college football powerhouse ahead of their week 1 matchup in Morgantown, West Virginia. McAfee is a prime supporter of his alma mater, West Virginia, and whenever he has the opportunity to ...
Blue Gold Sports Staff 2024 Season Predictions
West Virginia’s opener against No. 8 Penn State is now just a week away, kicking off their 2024 season. The Mountaineers finished above expectations last year, going 8-4 in the regular season and picking up a win over UNC in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Our staff predicts how WVU will perform this season, their record and team MVP.
Penn State offense aims to take next step behind QB Drew Allar
Aug. 24—Few casual college football fans glancing at Penn State quarterback Drew Allar's statistics from last year could conclude anything other than he had a stellar season. Allar threw 25 touchdowns and only two interceptions, completing 59.9% of his passes for 2,631 yards through the air in his first year as a starter. Yet, from the vantage point of Nittany Lions diehards, Allar had his ...
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