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City of Meadville's Treasurer's Office Unable to Process Payments on Friday, July 29 Due to Significant Update
The City of Meadville's Treasurer's Office will be unable to process payments on Friday, July 26 due to a significant update to the city's financial software. The Treasurer's Office will still be open on Friday to answer any questions. The City recommends making payments before Friday. Payments are anticipated to...
Jalen Hurts Donates $200K To Philadelphia Schools For Air Conditioning Units
“Philadelphia has given me so much, and I'm excited to give back to the community in a way that supports our future leaders." Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts recently donated $200,000 to schools in Philadelphia to equip them with air conditioning units, according to NBC Philadelphia. The money will be...
Two Face Charges After Authorities Seize Marijuana, Other Drugs and Paraphernalia in Punxsutawney Residence
PUNXSUTAWNEY BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — A local couple is facing charges after authorities uncovered suspected marijuana, suboxone, and various other drug paraphernalia in their Punxsutawney residence. Court records show the Punxsutawney Borough Police Department filed criminal charges against 58-year-old Jamie S. Anderson and 49-year-old Heather Renee Sherwood, both of...
Penn State Wrestling Roster: Ranking Weight Classes by Strength
Penn State Wrestling Beat Reporter at NittanyCentral. Expertise: College Wrestling, College Football, Lays Chips. Even though he had no prior journalism experience, Chris has now covered Penn State Wrestling and Penn State Football for the past three years, including as the Penn State Wrestling Beat Writer for VictoryBellRings.com, part of the FanSided network.
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.
What happens if Shapiro joins Harris ticket, wins election? This man becomes Pa. governor.
A Pittsburgh-area native would be next in line if Gov. Josh Shapiro were to join the Democratic ticket for the presidency and win the November election. For Shapiro to assume the role of vice president, he'd resign from the governorship. The Pennsylvania Constitution is clear about the line of succession: "In the...
Pennsylvania Community Pharmacists Cheer New Law Reforming Pharmacy Benefit Managers
HARRISBURG, PA — Community pharmacists across Pennsylvania are applauding the recent signing of House Bill 1993 by Governor Josh Shapiro. This new law aims to overhaul how pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) operate within the state, addressing long-standing issues that have plagued local pharmacies and patients alike. The bill signing took place at Hometown Pharmacy in New Castle, a staple in its community since 1997.
US Attorneys host virtual program to Pennsylvania prisons and jails to ensure inmates have access treatment for opioid use disorder
HARRISBURG, Pa. — As part of the Department of Justice’s response to the opioid crisis, the United States Attorneys for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Pennsylvania hosted a virtual training this week to educate Pennsylvania’s state and local correctional facilities on their obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide inmates with access to medication to treat opioid use disorder (OUD).
Man shot, injured at Pennsylvania Trump rally released from hospital
One of the two men shot and injured in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has been released from the hospital, officials said. David Dutch, 57, was discharged on Wednesday, Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh said. Dutch was shot in the chest and liver and was initially in...
Election safety preparations underway in Pennsylvania
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — From the assassination attempt on a former president to the race for the White House getting heated, threats and violence are a major concern heading into the November election.FBI Pittsburgh told KDKA-TV, "In recent months, the FBI has seen an increase in threats to election workers across the country. The types of threats are varied and have included online threats and harassment, white powder letters to election facilities, and swatting against election workers. The FBI takes all threats of violence seriously, including threats targeting those who do the critical work of administering free and fair elections throughout...
House fire in Cresson claims beloved family dog
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A devastating house fire broke out Thursday morning in Cresson, leading to the tragic loss of a family pet. Crews were called to the 300 block of Laurel Ave. The fire, which began around 9 a.m., started in the kitchen area at the back...
What’s Going Around: Strep, adenovirus, roseola
WellSpan Community Pediatrics is seeing insect bites, seasonal allergies, stomach bugs and colds this week. UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics in York and Spring Grove say they are seeing viral syndrome this week, which has symptoms including cough, congestion, fatigue, red eyes and fever. Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Physicians Roseville Pediatrics reports that strep throat […]
Take in a Pride parade, try salsa dancing and check out classic cars: Things to do in central Pa. this weekend
Across central Pa., there are numerous fun activities, events, and other exciting things happening this weekend, including taking a salsa class, carnival rides, and a free concert from David Archuleta. Below is a short list of events happening this weekend worth braving the heat to attend:. If you purchase a...
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