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An At-Risk Butterfly Hunkers Down at Pennsylvania’s Biggest Bombing Range
This story first appeared in PA Local, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA taking a fresh, positive look at the incredible people, beautiful places and delicious food of Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. The eastern regal fritillary butterfly once floated across meadows from North Carolina to Maine. Now the range of the vividly patterned insect is reduced to a single foothold inside the busiest National Guard training center in the country: Pennsylvania’s Fort Indiantown Gap. The military base spans 17,000 acres in Lebanon and Dauphin Counties. It can host well over 100,000 personnel in a given year for small arms, air-to-ground bomb...
Democrats repeat abortion attack on Scott Perry during tough reelection battle
Former House Freedom Caucus Chairman Scott Perry (R-PA) is facing Democratic fire over his stance on abortion as he races to secure a seventh term in the lower chamber. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is pouring nearly $300,000 into an ad buy targeting Perry for supporting the Life At Conception Act, according to a report […]
Pa. Election 2024: A Complete Guide to the Candidates for Attorney General
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 — The race to become Pennsylvania’s next attorney general will be one of the more closely watched contests this fall, as six candidates jockey for the chance to occupy one of the most powerful offices in the state. With a budget of $144 million and a staff of 1,060 prosecutors, attorneys, investigators and other staff, the Office of Attorney General is, at its core, the law firm that represents Pennsylvania’s vast government...
This Pa. hotel is one of the top budget-friendly for families, report says
A vacation is a time to reset, to relax and let one’s hair down as you put the rigamarole of work and other responsibilities on pause. And you know what’s even better than a vacation? One that’s spent in a hotel that doesn’t break bank. NetCredit...
Doug Emhoff visiting Lehigh Valley on wife’s behalf as Harris campaign sprints to Election Day
The nation’s second gentleman, Doug Emhoff, is scheduled to visit the Lehigh Valley on Saturday, his office within the White House announced Tuesday. The Pennsylvania visit for the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, Democratic candidate for president, comes after a summer of historic tumult, with the path to the presidency this fall becoming much clearer for both Harris and Donald Trump.
Woman turns herself in after crash resulting in double fatality in March
Pennsylvania State Police have announced that a woman who was wanted for a multi-vehicle crash that resulted in two fatalities has turned herself in. Dimple Patel, who PHL17 caught on camera this morning being transported from the Pennsylvania State Police Troop K Headquarters is being charged with Homicide by Vehicle, DUI, Involuntary Manslaughter, among others. […]
These Are the 41 Best Employers in the State Pennsylvania, According to Workers
Pennsylvania just CLEANED up on a list of the best employers in the ENTIRE country. The latest roundup of nation's favorite employers is out — and among the top 10 companies, three are also headquartered in Pennsylvania. Beyond that a total of 16 employers made the list of the...
Pennsylvania Continues Sunday Hunting for Fifth Year
Pennsylvania Continues Sunday Hunting for Fifth Year. Pennsylvania will continue its practice of allowing hunting on select Sundays for the fifth consecutive autumn. This year, three Sundays have been designated for hunters to partake in game hunting, aligning with previous seasons’ traditions. These dates are critical for hunters, often prominently marked on their calendars.
Photo gallery: Pennsylvania LL manager shows class, represents state well at series
Williamsport, Pa. — There is always added expectations when representing the Mid-Atlantic at the Little League Baseball World Series. Yes, the team will benefit from extra fans cheering as they take the field as the closest region to Williamsport. There is also a constant pull for attention and pressure to perform. The group from Council Rock Newtown Little League managed those expectations perfectly. They didn’t become the world champion, but...
Come On Down: 'The Price Is Right Live' Coming To York
Game show aficionados will have the opportunity to take part in “The Price is Right Live,” coming to Pennsylvania this fall. The live, traveling production brings the iconic television game show to life as randomly selected contestants play game show favorites like Plinko, Cliffhangers, and the famous Showcase.
Where Republicans have gained in voter registration ahead of November
In various critical states for electoral success, Democrats have held one key advantage over Republicans: registered voters. However, in many of these states, the advantage is slipping away. Florida Florida, a longtime battleground state, has slipped safely into Republican hands in recent cycles. At one time, Democrats dominated Republicans in the state regarding the number […]
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