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CONSOL Energy, Arch Resources enter all-stock merger deal to create global coal producer
Pennsylvania’s CONSOL Energy Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Arch Resources Inc. to combine in an all-stock merger of equals to create a diversified coal producer serving global steel, industrial, and power generation customers. The new company, Core Natural Resources, will produce and export high-quality, low-cost coals with offerings ranging from metallurgical to […] The post CONSOL Energy, Arch Resources enter all-stock merger deal to create global coal producer appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Trump, Harris in dead heat in Pennsylvania polling
(The Center Square) – Friday's polling average from Real Clear Politics shows a dead heat between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, a key battleground state in the battle for the White House. Just 0.2 percentage points separate Trump and Harris, with the GOP nominee clinging to a residual lead that dominated President Joe Biden by 9 points before he bowed out of the race on July 21. ...
Kickoff central: All the 2024 high school football preseason content in one spot
High school football season has arrived in Pennsylvania. Before the games start, gorge on gridiron information from across the entire region via the links below. Allen | Allentown Central Catholic | Bethlehem Catholic | Dieruff | Easton | East Stroudsburg North | East Stroudsburg South | Emmaus | Freedom | Liberty | Nazareth | Northampton | Parkland | Pleasant Valley | Pocono Mountain East | Pocono Mountain West | Stroudsburg | Whitehall.
DUI checkpoints set in Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — State police announced DUI checkpoints will be placed across various roadways in Pennsylvania. According to Pennsylvania State Police, sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols aim to deter drinking and driving. Police say they are operating with a “zero-tolerance enforcement policy.” Police say checkpoints and roving patrols will be placed starting at the end of […]
‘Endangered’ bird successfully nests in Pennsylvania for the first time in 60 years
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The common tern is an endangered and protected species in Pennsylvania after human interference chased the birds off, but now there is some exciting news when it comes to those birds and the Commonwealth. Though they were never seen across the state the birds used to nest at Presque Isle State Park […]
Driver who left scene of fatal I-78 pedestrian accident faces second-degree felony charge
BERKS CO., Pa. - The driver of a vehicle that struck and killed a pedestrian on I-78 Friday has been arraigned and charged with Accidents Involving Death Or Personal Injury, a second-degree felony. Pennsylvania State Police say 42-year-old Akhmadkhon V. Ubaykhonov of Philadelphia struck and killed 49-year-old Jymel Dejuan Smith...
Too many mistakes cost Mount Carmel Area in season opening loss to North Schuylkill
FOUNTAIN SPRINGS-The hill was too steep to climb for Mount Carmel against a quality opponent. A forgettable first half that was filled with mistakes proved to be the Red Tornadoes undoing. North Schuylkill capitalized on its opportunities, jumped out to a big lead, and withstood a second-half comeback attempt, as the Spartans were able to hang on for a 37-30 victory.
Berks County Farm honored for 200 years of family legacy
The Shapiro Administration has recognized the George R. and Barbara A. Hess Farm in Shoemakersville, Berks County, as a Pennsylvania Bicentennial Farm, marking over 200 years of family ownership and operation. This prestigious designation, awarded by Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, highlights the Hess family’s enduring commitment to agriculture and their community, preserving a vital part of Berks County’s rural heritage.
Berks coroner seeks next of kin info for two men
READING, Pa. - The Berks County Coroner’s Office is seeking assistance with locating next of kin for two men. 57-year-old Michael D. Gotsch died August 13 at Reading Hospital. Officials say his last known address was on Hale Street in Pottstown. Assistance is also being sought in locating next...
N.J. trooper involved in fatal police chase ID’d by state investigators
Authorities have identified the New Jersey State Police trooper involved in a police pursuit earlier this month that led to the death of a motorcyclist in Warren County. The trooper, Christopher Bird, was trying to pull over an SUV driven by Sean Mamakas, 32, of Berks County, Pennsylvania, on Route 80 eastbound in the area of milepost 11 at 10:19 a.m. on Aug. 13, the New Jersey Attorney General’s office said Friday.
Slowdowns due to crash with leaking fluids reported in Lebanon City
LEBANON, Pa. — A two-vehicle crash with leaking fluids was reported in Lebanon County Friday afternoon. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. It happened at South Tenth and Chestnut streets in Lebanon City. Fire crews were called to clean up the fluids around 1:30 p.m. The crash...
Lebanon County residents warned about election scam text messages
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Multiple Lebanon County residents have reported receiving text messages from scammers posing as election officials, according to Lebanon County Bureau of Elections. These messages appear to be automated messages telling residents, “We have you in our records as not registered to vote,” and then providing a link to do so. DO […]
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