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Brittany Mellinger (from left), outreach coordinator for the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission; Shayla Holmes, vice chair of the Penn Hills Advisory Council; Chad Dion Lassiter, executive director of the commission; and Racquel Yiengst, vice chair of the commission attend the Advisory Council Summit on June 3 in Harrisburg. Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.
Pennsylvania ‘Proud Boy’ sentenced to prison: ‘Dont make us go against you’
WASHINGTON D.C. (WTAJ) — More than three years after the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol, law enforcement and courts are still dealing with the aftermath, and a Proud Boys member from Pennsylvania just felt the effects of his actions. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby, was sentenced to 100 days in prison with […]
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Forced to Reprint Highway Sign After Typo
The following article was originally published by Print & Promo Marketing. To read more of their content, subscribe to their newsletter, Print & Promo Marketing Headlines. Drivers in Philadelphia recently noticed a typo on a sign on I-95 Southbound directing them to “Cenrtal Phila.” The new sign was installed near where the highway collapsed last year.
Danny Dietrich leads Pa. Speedweek point standings at the halfway mark of the series
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Pennsylvania Bucks Nationwide Trend, Sees Increase in Pedestrian Deaths
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Pennsylvania election official on the greatest threat for the 2024 election
In 2020, the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania faced significant turmoil with election protests, court challenges and threats against election officials, including Republican Al Schmidt. Schmidt, who previously oversaw Philadelphia's elections as a commissioner and supervised the city's election, now holds the position of secretary of the commonwealth, the state's top election official.He said the greatest threat to the 2024 presidential election is the high turnover rate among those officials who are responsible for running elections."Some people left because of the ugly environment with threats. Some people left because it was time for them to retire," said Schmidt.More than 80 senior...
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New school tax credit plan emerges in Pennsylvania
(The Center Square) – A new plan quietly introduced in the state Senate would create a refundable tax credit for educational expenses, including private school tuition. The proposal would establish the Child Learning Investment Tax Credit, worth up to $8,000 per student, that families could use to reduce their tax liability. It’s scheduled for a vote […]
Pennsylvania Senate passes bill allowing bars, taverns to expand happy hour, keep outdoor dining
Pennsylvania's bar and tavern owners could soon be getting a shot in the arm following the pandemic.ALSO SEE: Pennsylvania bill aims to make canned ready-to-drink cocktails more availableThe state Senate passed a bill that would allow them to expand happy hours and permanently keep outdoor seating.The amended liquor code would allow establishments to increase the happy hours total from 14 hours to 24 per week.ALSO SEE: Top 6: Best happy hours in Philadelphia Other changes would also allow for discounted combo meals with adult beverages.Supporters of the bill argue that a lack of a discount would send some patrons to non-alcoholic venues.The House recently passed its own version of the bill. The Senate's version of the bill will now head to the House for concurrence. Once that's done, the bill will head to Gov. Josh Shapiro for his signature or his veto.Lehigh Valley Democratic Senator Lisa Boscola applauded the decision to keep outdoor dining, saying it helps cash-strapped bars and taverns with their bottom line.ALSO SEE: Top 6: Best outdoor dining in Philadelphia
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