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An expected 67 Pa. delegates join the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee
What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. As many as 67 elected Keystone State residents are in Milwaukee representing Pennsylvania as the Republican National Convention gets underway. Among them is state delegation chair Jim Worthington of Bucks County.
Northern Cambria residents debate sewer line changes at borough meeting
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Dozens of voices were heard Monday night at a Cambria County borough meeting. Northern Cambria Borough held a public comment meeting to discuss changes with the area’s sewer lines. Officials say they’re planning to potentially replace and test the lines throughout the entire...
Indiana University of Pennsylvania receives $2 million from alumni
Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) has announced a $2 million gift from alumni Tim and Debra Phillips Cejka to help establish a college of osteopathic medicine. IUP has formally initiated steps toward accreditation of its proposed college of osteopathic medicine from the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation, a three- to five-year process that includes submission of self-studies and a feasibility study, along with site visits. Securing clinical training sites for students is part of the successful accreditation process—IUP and Punxsutawney Area Hospital signed a clinical training affiliation agreement for students in IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
Livvy Dunne, Paul Skenes Turn Heads with MLB All-Star Red Carpet Looks
The new favorite power couple in the world of professional baseball took to the red carpet on Tuesday afternoon ahead of the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes and his celebrity girlfriend, Livvy Dunne, were all smiles in the lead-up to the game, rocking a ...
A history of political violence in the U.S., from Hamilton to Harvey Milk to Gabby Giffords
The attack on Donald Trump at his rally in Butler, Pa., Saturday, led to condemnations of political violence from all across the spectrum. But if anyone’s shocked that the attack happened, well, there’s actually a long history of such violence in the U.S., with duels between rivals, fights in Congress, and assassinations or attempted assassinations of presidents, other politicians, and civil rights leaders — including, from our own community, Harvey Milk.
Mike Warfield taking a year off as Aliquippa football head coach
The head coach of one of the most dominating high school football teams in Pennsylvania had decided take a step back this coming season. Aliquippa coach Mike Warfield says he is “taking a leave of absence for this upcoming season.”
Italian Festival Organizer Says Event Will Not Happen
Organizers of a downtown Butler event are responding to issues raised by City officials by canceling the event. Last week, Mayor Bob Dandoy addressed Council about discussions he had with organizers for the Italian Festival scheduled for August 23rd, 24th, and 25th. The main issue was allowing set-up on Thursday which removes parking and negatively impacts businesses on Main Street.
Gov. Shapiro hosts ceremonial bill signing for bipartisan budget in Bethlehem
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he has been laser-focused on creating jobs, growing the economy and ensuring every Pennsylvanian has real opportunity. “And this bipartisan budget gives us new tools to compete economically and win,” said Gov. Shapiro. “Pennsylvania has...
What are Pennsylvania’s gun laws?
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — While Pennsylvania residents do have the right to bear arms, one might wonder what the gun laws in the Commonwealth look like. Pennsylvania has required background checks on all handgun sales, including ones sold at gun shows. However, this requirement is not specifically extended to long guns including, but no limited to, […]
State establishes office dedicated to Alzheimer's Disease support
(The Center Square) – For nearly 300,000 Pennsylvanians suffering from dementia and their families, there will soon be a single state agency to lead policy initiatives and coordinate systems of care. Last week, Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a new state budget, which includes funds earmarked for the Department of Aging to establish an Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Related Disorders, or ADRD, office. Similar bills had been circulating both chambers of the...
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