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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...
$1M winning scratch-off ticket sold in Pennsylvania
(WJET/WFXP) — A Pennsylvania Lottery scratch-off ticket worth $1 million has been sold. The lottery announced on Tuesday the winning ticket was part of its Instant $1 million Jackpot Scratch-Off. It was sold at a Kwik Fill in Zelienople, Butler County, and the store will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the ticket. Scratch-off prizes […]
Power outages after severe storms in NEPA
The cleanup work is underway from last night's band of heavy thunderstorms that knocked down trees and power lines in several parts of the area. Officials in Lackawanna County say a Carbondale man was struck by lightning through a window, and a downed tree knocked out power for many residents at Harvey's Lake. Many people are still without power, and PPL says that some areas may not have power fully restored until this afternoon or tonight.
Man struck by lightning in Lackawanna County
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A man was reportedly struck by lightning in Lackawanna County Monday night. Around 10 p.m., crews were called to a residence along Cranberry Ave. in Carbondale for a call of a man struck by lightning. The man's condition is unknown.
Camper dies at Bear Creek Camp
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The Bear Creek Camp community is mourning the loss of one of its campers. According to a press release from the Lutheran camp, which is located in Bear Creek Township, a camper went missing Tuesday afternoon during a scheduled time at the lake and after a search, was found in the water unresponsive.
Marywood University Captures Gold Award
Marywood University, through its partner, Gourmet Dining, recently won the gold award in a national dining contest for “Catering – Special Event of the Year,” putting the university in contention for the grand prize in this category. Marywood captured the top prize for last year’s galaxy-themed 10th...
St. Clair Police Charge Hazleton Man for Pursuit
A Hazleton man has been charged for leading St. Clair Police in a pursuit back in April. According to St. Clair Police, on April 23rd, 2024, Officers attempted to stop a black 4-door Acura Sedan that was clocked at 65 mph in a posted 45 mph zone in the area of Route 61 and Terry Rich Boulevard.
7 members of “Fentanyl Robbery Gang" charged in drug trafficking, death investigation
SCRANTON, Pa. -- Seven people are charged with conspiracy following the death of four people in Scranton. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that the following people are charged in the case. Amanda Marie Correa, 29. Robert Andrew Barnes, 24. Christine Deann DiCarlo,...
Pennsylvania man loses $90,000 over one year in gift card scam
LONGSWAMP TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM)– Pennsylvania State Police say a man fell victim to a gift card scam for a year, losing thousands of dollars. State Police in Reading say they were investigating a theft by deception when an Alburtis man in his 70s reported a possible scam on July 1. Troopers say the man reported losing approximately $90,000 in Apple gift cards over the course of a year.
Pre-shooting poll shows Trump leads Biden in Pennsylvania, trails in Virginia
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican Donald Trump leads Democratic U.S. President Joe Biden in Pennsylvania, but trails in Virginia, according to a New York Times/Sienna College poll of registered voters conducted in those states on July 9 to 11 and published on Monday.
Mitarotonda Lands on CSC Academic All-America Third Team
AUSTIN, Texas – After becoming a rare four-time IWLCA All-America selection, East Stroudsburg University lacrosse midfielder Emily Mitarotonda was named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-America Third Team on Tuesday afternoon, the organization announced. She becomes the first four-time All-America Warrior to earn Academic All-America status and...
Edwardsville man charged with pushing cop down stairs
An Edwardsville man is jailed without bail after punching an officer in the face and pushing her down a flight of stairs on Monday afternoon, police said. Joshua Hall, 42, of 557 Garfield St., is facing aggravated assault charges following a disturbance reported at his home shortly after 3 p.m. Monday.
Altoona hospice patient surprised by old friend, San Francisco 49ers player
Above is related video footage of Kevin Givens preparing for the 2023 Super Bowl. BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A patient at Pinnacle Catholic Hospice Care received a special surprise visit over the weekend. Sammy, a patient at the hospice care center and a former Altoona football coach, was surprised with a visit from Kevin […]
Poconos see boost in business from NASCAR weekend
Thousands of fans filled the infield and packed the grandstands at Pocono Raceway over the weekend for the Great American Getaway 400. Businesses near the raceway were also full, thanks to the influx of NASCAR fans. Owner of Chat N' Chew Café in Blakeslee says the restaurant saw visitors starting...
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