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National Hire a Veteran Day: Applying skills learned in service
ANNVILLE, Pa. — Jarrod Kuzmitsky, a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve, has found success in civilian life after transitioning from military service to a career in information technology. “There is a reason I served, I love our country,” said Kuzmitsky. “My dad was a Marine in Vietnam and...
NEW LIST: Which NJ & PA Big Lots Stores Are Closing Permanently?
I filled you in a few weeks ago that a beloved retailer was in financial trouble. Big Lots, a discount chain, with over 1,000 locations across America has fallen on tough times because of what the company is calling, "elevated inflation." Not as many Americans are shopping because paychecks aren't...
$56 Million for Gun Violence Prevention, After School Programming
When Governor Josh Shapiro signed Pennsylvania’s new $47.6 billion budget into law on July 11—he gave $56 million towards community gun violence prevention programs and a new after school program. That is a $16 million dollar increase from last year. The Erie Blue Coats, who combat gun violence...
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.
State Reaches Settlement With Towing Company That Targeted College Students
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has reached a settlement with Walk’s Service Center Inc. and its owner, Bradley Karch, concerning the company’s private ticketing practices in State College.…
Three headless deer lead to dozens of charges in Pennsylvania
BEDFORD, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple dead deer — three with their heads allegedly cut off — led to charges for three men in Bedford, game commission officials said. The Pennsylvania Game Commission charged Kai Bardell, 22, Edward Ilgenfritz, 27, and Harlan Group, 21, with a slew of charges relating to the illegal hunting of deer […]
Major Interstate Car Theft Ring Busted in Pennsylvania and Maryland
In a significant development, law enforcement agencies in Pennsylvania and Maryland have apprehended two individuals connected to a series of high-profile thefts at car dealerships across both states. The suspects, identified as London Flores and his accomplice Ventura, were detained following a detailed investigation that utilized advanced tracking and surveillance technology.
FACT CHECK: Viral Facebook Video Falsely Claims BlackRock Owns Building From Which Shooter Fired At Trump
A viral video shared on Facebook claims investment company BlackRock owns the building from which Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at 2024 Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump during his July 13 campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Verdict: False. The claim is false. Butler, Pennsylvania property records show American Glass...
Big ideas in store for Tarentum and Cheswick riverfronts, but planning is slow-moving
Planning for the Tarentum/Cheswick riverfront project is moving more slowly than officials would like. Cheswick Council Vice President Shawna Almes said she is “eager for things to get started” on designs for fishing and boating access and other recreation. “As soon as we get word that we can...
WPIAL announces 2024 championship schedule for fall sports
Jul. 25—Eight months before the world's top golfers converge on Oakmont Country Club for the U.S. Open, some of the WPIAL's best players will try to tame the historic course. The WPIAL will hold its Class 3A boys individual golf tournament there Oct. 1, part of a fall championship schedule announced Thursday. Many of the venues, including the use of Oakmont, were revealed previously, but the ...
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