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bp Subsidiary Opens Renewable Gas Plant
Archaea Energy, a bp subsidiary, recently celebrated the opening of its first renewable gas (RNG) plant in Pennsylvania, developed through a partnership with Waste Connections. The plant is adjacent to the Bethlehem Landfill in Lower Saucon Township owned by a Waste Connections subsidiary. “We are safely and efficiently scaling up...
Pa. Game Commission asks public to report wild turkey sightings
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the Pa. community to report any wild turkeys spotted through the end of August. If you spot any wild turkeys through Aug. 31, make it count by reporting it to the Commission’s Wild Turkey Sighting Survey, which can be found by clicking here. You will […]
Giant Eagle is selling off every GetGo location in Pennsylvania, other states
(WTAJ) — Giant Eagle is selling off every GetGo convenience store/gas station in an attempt to focus on the core of their brand. The company announced the sale of the chain of convenience stores to Couche-Tard, an international company in the convenience store and fuel industry. While the sale isn’t expected to be complete until […]
Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Berwick Woman
BLOOMSBURG — A fatal accident in Montour Township, Columbia County has left one person dead…the tragedy follows a collision between a motorcycle and a car. The incident happened around 2pm Tuesday, on Route 11 near Bloomsburg. Killed was 36-year-old Ruth Persing, she was a passenger on a motorcycle...
Former Teacher Accused Of Sending Explicit Picture To Student
A former teacher from Northern Lebanon School District, Ryan Stewart, 47, has been charged with sending an explicit image to a student. The incident allegedly occurred in May 2024, and the charges were filed on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Stewart, a resident of Jonestown, Lebanon County, reportedly admitted to sending the image via Snapchat during an interview with investigators, but claimed it was an accident, according to ABC27.
John Fetterman's own communications director criticizes his support for Israel to reporter
Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., unequivocally backing Israel even as its assault on Gaza wreaks carnage on the civilian population, has seen the departure of several top staffers from his office over the past several months. Now, a current staffer has gone on the record to criticize her boss over his hardline pro-Israel stance to Free Press senior editor Peter Savodnick, who reprinted some of her words in a profile of Fetterman.
Anthony Rodriguez, 26, Of Mount Pocono Dies In Hit-Run Crash
The fatal crash occurred at about 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16 on State Route 611 at Cayuga Drive in Coolbaugh Township. Bystanders reported a vehicle struck a motorcycle and fled the scene, according to Pocono Mountain Regional Police. Anthony Giovanni Rodriguez was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.. Steven...
Two women accused of T.J. Maxx retail theft
STROUD TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two women are being accused of stealing from T.J. Maxx in Monroe County. The Stroud Area Regional Police Department is searching for two women in the photo who are both suspects in a retail theft at the T.J. Maxx in Stroud Township on Monday. Anyone with information is asked […]
Central Pa. coffee roaster opening another Harrisburg shop
Denim Coffee Company is brewing up a second Harrisburg cafe. The Chambersburg-based specialty roaster has signed a lease with Harristown Enterprises to open a 2,500 square-foot shop at 17 S. Second St. It will open later this year on the first floor of the Menaker Apartment complex. “This is...
Kickoff weekend: Here is the schedule of Week One games in the Mid-Penn Conference
Kickoff is at hand for the Mid-Penn Conference 2024 football season and its newly realigned four division format. And, as a result, Week One matchups will be the one and only time MPC teams have an opportunity to face a non-divisional foe. If you purchase a product or register for...
See all homes sold in Harrisburg, Aug. 12 to Aug. 18
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Harrisburg reported from Aug. 12 to Aug. 18. There were 54 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,387-square-foot home on Pine Street in Steelton that sold for $260,000. Harrisburg. 1412...
Mayor Dwan Walker represents hometown of Aliquippa during ceremonial roll call at DNC
CHICAGO, Il. (KDKA) -- Aliquippa Mayor Dwan Walker and Governor Josh Shapiro were part of Pennsylvania's delegation during a ceremonial roll call at the Democratic National Convention last night in Chicago. The celebratory roll call was full of celebrity performances and a dance party. During Pennsylvania's portion of the roll call, 'Motownphilly' and 'Black and Yellow' were played, paying homage to both Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Aliquippa Mayor Dwan Walker spoke during the roll call and took an opportunity to praise his hometown's high school football program. "My city's the city of legends," Walker said. "The only high school in America with three Hall of...
State, local leaders check out progress at Pumping Station Dam
BRANDONVILLE – State legislators, county commissioners, and municipal leaders from both sides of Locust Mountain came out to the Pumping Station Dam Tuesday to see the work volunteers have done to revitalize the “Pumpy.”. State Senator David G. Argall (R-29), Reps. Dane Watro (R-116) and Tim Twardzik (R-123),...
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