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Trump campaign sues a Pennsylvania county to extend mail ballot application deadline amid long lines
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Donald Trump’s campaign filed a lawsuit in Pennsylvania on Wednesday in hopes of briefly extending an in-person voting option in one suburban Philadelphia county where long lines on the final day spurred complaints that voters were being disenfranchised by an unprepared election office. The lawsuit, filed in the heavily populated Bucks County, comes […]
Investigations into voter registration forms in Pennsylvania lead to wave of misinformation
Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Investigations into potential fraud in voter registration applications in three Pennsylvania counties have become fodder for online misinformation, including from Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. Authorities in Lancaster, Monroe and York counties have released limited details, and local prosecutors are looking into whether any crimes might have occurred. Lancaster County District Attorney Heather Adams, an elected Republican, said election workers raised concerns about two sets of voter registration applications because of what she described as numerous similarities. They’re examining a total of about 2,500 forms.
Quakertown restaurant news: A new tavern, fruit desserts, jerky and more
Residents in the Quakertown area have a slew of new food options to consider, including an upcoming tavern, fruit dessert shop, jerky shop and more. The new Wild Hart Tavern will open sometime this year at 1321 W. Broad St., according to its Facebook page and website. The 7,000 square-foot location will offer food, rotating alcoholic beverages, live music, events and a game room in the space ...
Emmaus field hockey ready to defend its throne after D-11 semifinal win vs. Parkland
Emmaus High School has won an incredible 35 consecutive District 11 field hockey championships. Success doesn’t get old or taken for granted for the Green Hornets because every year there is another class of seniors who are making their own final memories. If you purchase a product or register...
GOP registers twice as many voters as Democrats in Pa., Lehigh Valley | Armchair Lehigh Valley
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Halloween 2024 freebies: How to get 18 deals & free food from 7-Eleven, Dave & Busters, more
If you’re a Halloween fan who has been prepping for the big day since this summer, your time is here. Get ready to treat yourself this holiday — minus the tricks — with food and sweets from your favorite fast-food restaurants because several are rolling out deals and freebies this spooky season.
Pennsylvania Skill set to challenge new game ban in Bucks County community
A unanimous vote in Bensalem, Bucks County on Monday night led to a ban on skill games.Pennsylvania Skill, however, announced Tuesday that it plans to challenge the new ban on casino-style games.These games can be found in businesses like delis, restaurants, bars, and convenience stores.Bucks County community bans casino-style skill games with some exceptionsThe Bensalem Town Council backed its decision by saying that unregulated slot-like machines challenge the health, safety, and welfare of local residents.Skill game companies disagree, saying the ban would only hurt small businesses."Our biggest concern is making sure the small businesses and the fraternal clubs benefitting from the supplemental revenue are able to continue to do so," said Michael Barley, chief public affairs officer with PA Skill.There are some exceptions to the new rule for businesses and clubs with active, state-issued liquor licenses.However, they'll now have to monitor gaming areas with video surveillance and place them in areas visible to employees and not accessible to children.The new ban is set to go into effect in one week, officials say.
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