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Make It With Wool Contest announced
The 2024 Pennsylvania Make It With Wool Contest will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28, in the PA Preferred Banquet Hall at the Farm Show Complex, 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg. Youths and adults who sew, knit, or crochet garments with wool or other animal fibers may participate. The categories...
Humane Pennsylvania CEO Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Karel Minor, CEO of Humane Pennsylvania, celebrated his 20th year with the organization earlier this month, making him among the longest-tenured animal welfare leaders in Pennsylvania. Minor joined the Humane Society of Berks County in 2004. In 2014, he led the merger of the Humane Society of Berks County and...
Here are the airports, airlines in and near Pa. affected by internet outage
Multiple airports in Pennsylvania and beyond have reported long lines and delays due to a massive internet outage that has affected companies around the world. Harrisburg International Airport said on X, formerly known as Twitter, said that “numerous flights are experiencing delays or cancellations” as a result of the outage.
State Rep. Merski to host Second Chance event to help those with nonviolent criminal histories
(WJET/WFXP) – A state representative announced an event with the opportunity for Erie residents with non-violent criminal histories to get back on their feet. State Rep. Bob Merski announced plans to host a Second Chance Event on Tuesday, July 30, for those with prior nonviolent misdemeanors who are looking to re-enter the job force.
Aqua Pennsylvania Secures $77.5 Million for Infrastructure Overhaul
BRYN MAWR, PA — Aqua Pennsylvania has secured $77.5 million in low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to upgrade aging infrastructure. This funding aims to replace old water mains and install new fire hydrants across several counties over the next three years. The projects, funded by...
‘They should not have cancer when they don’t smoke’: Workers, clean air advocates urge state to move on banning smoking at casinos
Jennifer Rubolino said she has enjoyed working as a table games dealer at Rivers Casino for the past five years. What she does not like, however, is the smoke from patrons’ cigarettes and cigars that permeates the entire casino floor, even the nonsmoking area where she is stationed. “I...
‘Superficial Wound’: Dr. Fauci Dismisses Concerns Over Trump’s Health Since Assassination Attempt
Dr. Anthony Fauci dismissed concerns regarding former President Donald Trump’s injuries following the attempted assassination against him. Over the weekend, Trump’s ear was grazed by a bullet from the would-be assassin at a Pennsylvania rally, in a shooting that left one rallygoer dead and two others seriously injured.
Multi-state deli meat-linked listeria outbreak kills New Jersey resident
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Americans about a listeria outbreak that has sickened more than two dozen people across 12 states, believe to be linked to deli meat.As of Friday, 28 people have fallen ill -- all of whom have been hospitalized -- and two people have died, one from Illinois and one from New Jersey, according to the federal health agency.New York is the state with the most cases at seven, followed by Maryland with six. States that have also reported cases include Illinois, Georgia, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia...
Senators announce plans to bring back popular license plate design
(WJET/WFXP)— After the announcement of new license plates matching the Commonwealth’s welcome sign, two Pennsylvania state senators will be introducing legislation to bring back a popular license plate. State Senators Dan Laughlin and Wayne Langerholc announced Friday they’ll be introducing the legislation soon, calling now the perfect time to bring back the Niagara plates with […]
Overcrowded Pa. shelter paying people to foster dogs, cats | Today in Pa.
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Volunteers pack 'maternal health boxes' for pregnant women in need
SPRING TWP., Pa. - Tomorrow, July 20th, is known as "National Pennsylvania Day," and one group is celebrating early by giving back. Members of "America250PA" helped out at the Helping Harvest Food Bank in Spring Township Friday. State Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and State Senator Judy Schwank helped pack maternal...
Political divisions stall proposed gun policies in Pennsylvania, where assassin took aim at Trump
Months before an armed man took aim at Donald Trump at a presidential campaign rally in rural Pennsylvania, some state lawmakers had proposed to outlaw the type of rifle used in the assassination attempt. The legislation stalled without coming to a vote, but that was no surprise. Politically divided Pennsylvania...
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