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Aqua Pennsylvania Debuts ‘Sure Splash’ Program
Aqua Pennsylvania supports water safety with a $50,000 investment through its Essential Foundation under the Sure Splash initiative. Aqua Pennsylvania, an Essential Utilities company, is helping more families be safe and sure while they enjoy the water this summer through a $50,000 investment in community-based water safety programs. The donations were made through the company’s Essential Foundation as part of Aqua’s new Sure Splash initiative.
Trump rally shooting puts Pa. gun laws in sights
Thomas Crooks was 20 when he bought, from his father, the gun reportedly used to shoot at Donald Trump. It was a legal sale. Should it be? The post Trump rally shooting puts Pa. gun laws in sights appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Working 40 hours won't pay rent in 15 Pa. counties. Bucks County among least affordable
Despite making more than minimum wage, the average Pennsylvania renter in most counties needs weekly overtime or at least two jobs to keep even a one-bedroom apartment affordable, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition. Census, labor and other data compiled and analyzed by the nonprofit show that a...
Four pedestrians hit on the Southside of Elmira
UPDATE 11:35 p.m. (7/26): Two pedestrians that were hit by a vehicle Friday night at the intersection of S. Main St. and W. Hudson St. in Elmira were taken to a hospital for medical evaluations, according to a press release sent to WENY News by Elmira Police. Police say their...
Study: These Three Factors Make Chester County the State’s Best Place to Live
Chester County is the best county to live in Pennsylvania, according to recently published rankings by 24/7 Wall Street that use data from the Human Development Index (HDI). The HDI is a composite of life expectancy, education, and per-capita-income indicators, which are used to rank countries into four tiers of human development.
Bucks County Lake Listed as One of the Best Spots for Bass Fishing in Pennsylvania
A lake in Bucks County is being recognized as one of the best spots in the state for a long-beloved outdoor activity. Brian Whipkey wrote about the local lake for GoErie. Nockamixon Lake, located within Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, was listed amongst several large reservoirs in Pennsylvania where bass fishing is plentiful. A popular destination for local residents and visitors to the area, the lake and its park are replete with opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Wegmans Dethroned: Surprising New Supermarket Favorite Takes Top Spot
Move over Wegmans. There's a new favorite store in town. The Rochester-based supermarket chain has been dethroned as the best in America. And you'll never guess by who. Wegmans is beloved by not just shopped, but employees too. The chain has received numerous honors as one of the best places to shop and the top place to work.
Hornell High School boots student cell phones from classrooms as 'major distraction'
Hornell High School students will return to classrooms in September minus their smart phones and devices. Hornell city schools are among the latest Southern Tier districts to prohibit cell phone use by high school students during the instructional day and require the devices to be in lockers. ...
Another Confirmed Tornado in New York Brings Total to 21
The tornadoes just keep coming. Another touched down in New York this week. A record number of twisters have ravaged the state over the last few weeks and the month isn't even over yet. On average, New York typically sees two tornados in July and about nine a year. Not...
Maintenance project to impact Tioga County, Pa. roads this weekend
TIOGA COUNTY, Pa. (WETM) – Several roads in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, may see single lane conditions or shoulder closures this weekend. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, a maintenance project will be performed on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28. During this time, herbicide treatment will be applied along the following roads in […]
Buzz continues to surround Gov. Josh Shapiro as Kamala Harris decides on running mate
Pennsylvania is at the center of the political world right now.Not only is it a key battleground state that could decide the election in November, there is also continued buzz about Governor Josh Shapiro joining the Democratic ticket as Kamala Harris' running mate.Shapiro was at a rally with the Philadelphia Building Trades on Friday to endorse Kamala Harris for president, but the potential for Shapiro to be on the ticket was the buzz.When Shapiro was asked if he has submitted vetting materials, he directed that question to the campaign.RELATED: What 8 potential Kamala Harris VP picks bring to the tableOn...
Central Atlantic region gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.55 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.57 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Central Atlantic region has risen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $3.18 on Jan. 15,...
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