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High temperatures in the 90s forecast for central Pa. this weekend
The National Weather Service is calling for more weather in the low to mid-90s and possible thunderstorms throughout central Pennsylvania this weekend. The Harrisburg area is expected to have a high temperature near 92 on Friday with a 50% chance of precipitation after 1 p.m. Other places in central Pa., such as Lancaster and York will have heat indexes around 100 on Friday, the NWS said.
Gov. Shapiro wanted to regulate skill games in this year's budget, but talks aren’t going well
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. Harrisburg, Pa. — An effort to tax a lucrative and legally iffy gaming sector appears to be in jeopardy amid Pennsylvania budget talks, potentially threatening a funding stream that could have been a bargaining chip during negotiations. At the...
Climate advocates boost EVs as anti-EV ads run in Pa.
Holiday weekends often bring up conversations about gas prices. But electric vehicle advocates want more people to consider skipping the pump altogether. The advocacy arm of the Environmental Defense Fund says EVs are getting more affordable and convenient each year. The push comes as an oil refining trade group is...
PPL asks regulator approval to raise maximum distribution improvement charge
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — PPL Electric Utilities customers could see their bills increase beginning Jan. 1 if regulators approve the Allentown-based company’s request to raise their maximum distribution system improvement charge. The company currently has a cap on the distribution system improvement charge (DSIC) of 5% of billed...
Allen Township zoners deny DG Market variance
The Allen Township Zoning Hearing Board met Wednesday, June 26 to hear the request and appeal of appellant/purchaser of property, PVT 1363 LLC, seeking a variance for the size of their proposed Dollar General or DG Market. The current 1.98-acre tax parcel is located in the neighborhood commercial zoning district...
Immigrant Arrested In Northampton For Assault In Home Country
A man in this country illegally has been arrested in Northampton on charges that he allegedly raped a minor in his home country. The man, from Ecuador was arrested June 12 according to a statement this week from federal officials. A spokesman for ICE says the suspect posed a serious...
Delaware County in Top 100 Best Counties to Live in Nation, 4th in PA
Delaware County is one of the best counties to live in Pennsylvania as well as one of the top 100 in the nation, according to a new report by Niche. To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities.
Colorado man sentenced for stealing millions in cryptocurrency from PA woman
(WJET/WFXP) — A Colorado man initially from Pennsylvania has been sentenced after pleading guilty to stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from a Pennsylvania woman. A Philadelphia-area judge sentenced 47-year-old Adam Davis, originally of Coatesville, PA, to 33 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release and must pay approximately $2.1 million in […]
Pennsylvania firework laws and safety tips to keep you and your family safe during the Fourth
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Official shows and individuals alike will light up the skies with fireworks across Pennsylvania tonight, and officials are urging everyone to follow state laws. While the holiday is a fantastic time to celebrate independence with family and friends, it’s important to remember Pennsylvania fireworks laws to keep people safe. According to the […]
Even with constant change around him, Emmaus’ Barber became the most prolific boys lacrosse player in District 11 history
There was no storybook ending to Will Barber’s career on the Emmaus High School boys lacrosse team. As disappointed as Barber was that he didn’t lead the Green Hornets to a championship during his senior year, and he was very disappointed about that, his biggest regret was that he didn’t allow himself to take in some of the memorable moments during his record-setting four seasons on the team.
New Exhibition Celebrates Pennsylvania Sculptor Marshall D. Rumbaugh
Exploring the life and work of contemporary Pennsylvania sculptor, Marshall D. Rumbaugh (1948-2023), Carved from Our Roots features artistic works in wood and stone inspired by the folk art traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch. The exhibition opened Saturday, June 29 and will run through Tuesday, Oct. 1, in the gallery at the DeLight E. Breidegam Building, headquarters of the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center at Kutztown University.
Local Cancer Group Will Get Double Donations Next Week Thanks to Fundraising Challenge
FURLONG, PA—A local organization that cares for cancer patients, their families and oncology workers in Bucks County is holding a special fund-raising challenge beginning on Monday. Kin Wellness and Support Center is the recipient of a fundraising challenge issued by the Gene and Marlene Epstein Humanitarian Fund. From July 8 through July 15, the fund will match every dollar raised by Kin up to $5,000. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In a statement, Gene Epstein said, "I feel that if you can do something to make another person’s life a little better because of your...
Fonthill Castle July 4th celebration brings old-fashioned fun to Doylestown
Hundreds of people from across Bucks County took a welcome Fourth of July break on Thursday, heading to Fonthill Castle in Doylestown to celebrate with proud displays of old-fashioned patriotism. Highlights of the Independence Day celebration included a children’s decorated bike parade, wheelbarrow and sack races, tug-of-war, live musicians and...
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