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Pennsylvania could be a lithium goldmine, if the tech catches up
(The Center Square) — The hunt for critical minerals in Pennsylvania is on. A multi-billion-dollar industry is at hand — if innovators can make the technology work and scale up from the lab to the field. With lithium — used in solar energy, batteries, and other electronics — the commonwealth may have an opportunity to salvage the metal from oil and gas wastewater. If it works, Pennsylvania could see an...
Pa. Girl Scouts council fires counselors over using camper’s pronouns
One of the largest Girl Scouts councils in Pennsylvania has fired four camp counselors at a popular overnight summer camp after they addressed a camper in the child’s choice of pronouns. Officials from the Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania on Tuesday confirmed to PennLive that they fired...
FBI director reveals new details about Trump shooting at House hearing
Washington — FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before House lawmakers Wednesday about the investigation into the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump, and he revealed new details about the gunman's actions in the lead-up to the July 13 shooting in Pennsylvania.Wray told members of the House Judiciary Committee that the gunman, 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, flew a drone near the site of the rally roughly two hours before he opened fire. Wray said investigators recovered the drone in Crooks' vehicle, and the bureau believes he was watching video streamed from the device to scout the area.The FBI chief also said...
Pa. Dutch restaurant prepares to reopen after destructive fire
A Lancaster County landmark restaurant destroyed by fire in early 2023 is reopening this week. Hershey Farm Resort announced on Facebook it would welcome guests back on July 26, about 18 months after a fire ripped through the popular Pennsylvania Dutch restaurant at 240 Hartman Bridge Road in Strasburg Township.
Section of Ardsley to receive mosquito spraying on July 29, nearby residents encouraged to remain indoors
Montgomery County health officials announced that mosquito spraying in the areas of Hillside Cemetery and Memorial Gardens and Ardsley Burial Park in Abington Township will take place on Monday, July 29 from 7:45pm to 9:45pm (weather permitting; alternate date will be Thursday, August 1). The spraying will be done where...
Berkshire Mall closed for at least 2 days due to water main break
WYOMISSING, Pa. -- A shopping mall in Berks County is temporarily closed. A post Thursday morning on Facebook for the Berkshire Mall says the mall is closed because of a water main break. The mall posted an update later Thursday morning saying the mall will be closed for at least...
Friars Named to Daily Local News All-Area Teams
Congratulations to the Malvern Prep student-athletes who were recently recognized by the Daily Local News (DLN) for their spring athletic accomplishments. Read the complete list here. 2024 Daily Local News Boys’ Track & Field All-Area. Second Team:. Will Cipollone ’25. Honorable Mention. Trey Gibson ’26. Nick Hollander...
Coroner identifies motorcyclist, 28, killed in crash with SUV in Lancaster County
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — An Elizabethtown man is dead following a two-vehicle crash in Mount Joy Township on July 19. On Wednesday, the Lancaster County Coroner's Office identified the victim as Matthew Ferruzza, 28. The coroner's office responded around 11:50 p.m. on Friday to a crash between a...
These central Pa. counties saw record house-selling prices in June
June was a great month for some counties in south-central Pennsylvania, at least as far as the real estate market goes. That’s because median home sale prices were north of $300,000 in Cumberland, Adams and Lancaster counties. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Montgomery County Athletes Ready to Shine at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks. Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today.
Shapiro signs two new bills into Pennsylvania law
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Governor Shapiro recently signed two new bills into Pennsylvania law, both centering around solar power and Pa. energy. HB 1032, called the Pennsylvania Solar for Schools Grant Program, will issue grants to school districts, intermediate units, career and technical schools and community colleges. The grants will cover the costs of the […]
NY weather: Flood warning issued for Delaware County Thursday morning
On Thursday at 3 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a flood warning in effect until 6 a.m. for Delaware County. The weather service adds, "Flooding of Trout Creek caused by excessive rainfall last evening for Delaware county." "Trout Creek continues to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall....
PHOTOS: 95th Kimberton Community Fair attracts loyal followers
The 95th Kimberton Community Fair is attracting crowds of loyal followers this week to the fairgrounds on Pike Springs Road. Livestock shows, exhibits, chicken barbeque, music entertainment, carnival rides and games combine with food, a beer garden, contest and raffles, fireworks, and the ever-popular freshly made donuts. All proceeds benefit Kimberton Fire Company. The fair continues through Saturday, July 27.
Central Pa. winery closing down, with part of the property for sale for $2M
Maple Springs Vineyard, one of the top producers of quality wine in the state, will for all intents and purposes close at the end of July. Owner Marianne Lieberman confirmed on Wednesday that parts of her property at 91 Nuss Road in Bechtelsville, Berks County, were recently put on the market for $1.995 million.
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