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Suspects in multi-state crime spree arrested in Blair County
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A duo from outside of the contiguous United States was arrested in Altoona after an alleged multi-state crime spree targeting older Americans, Logan Township Police announced Thursday. Luz Dary Fandino Rodriguez, 48, of Colombia, and Hanster Sepulveda, 37, of Puerto Rico, were arrested July 3 after their rental car was pinged […]
Pennsylvania budget negotiations take a holiday
(The Center Square) – The state capitol fell quiet Wednesday after lawmakers left town for the Fourth of July, intent on hammering out a budget deal over the weekend – maybe. The holiday break means the plan could be a week or more overdue. Still, Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, R-Indiana, said discussions remain “engaged,” […]
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!. For something new: LONG WEEKEND ALERT! Worth noting: Lots of great live music + outdoor events this weekend Things on my agenda this weekend: R&R; adults dinner out on Sunday!. For your weekend planning.
School tax credit plan advances
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania’s latest school tax credit plan advanced to the Senate floor on Wednesday after a brief committee meeting. The 7-4 party-line vote sets the stage for a larger partisan debate that will divide Republicans and Democrats in the chamber over the best way to spend money on education. A recent constitutional mandate from the Commonwealth Court adds pressure to the charged, albeit perennial, discussion that is...
Pennsylvania bill looks to end ‘control’ social media has over you: ‘Unfair censorship’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will be introducing new legislation to combat “unfair censorship,” when it comes to your social media. The legislation, created by Representative Marla Brown (R-Lawrence County), highlighted two points of concern when it comes to censorship and social media platforms. First, the legislation aims to prohibit social […]
Pennsylvania election official on the greatest threat for the 2024 election
In 2020, the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania faced significant turmoil with election protests, court challenges and threats against election officials, including Republican Al Schmidt. Schmidt, who previously oversaw Philadelphia's elections as a commissioner and supervised the city's election, now holds the position of secretary of the commonwealth, the state's top election official.He said the greatest threat to the 2024 presidential election is the high turnover rate among those officials who are responsible for running elections."Some people left because of the ugly environment with threats. Some people left because it was time for them to retire," said Schmidt.More than 80 senior...
Crews Respond to Reported Plane Crash in Woodward Township
WOODWARD TOWNSHIP – Emergency crews were dispatched to 200 Block of South Allegheny St. on Thursday morning following reports of a plane crash. The incident has triggered a significant response from local emergency services, including Station 5, MICU 22, MICU 42, Utility 6, and Atv. 6 with additional support from Lycoming 45.
Is 2024 College Football Playoff or bust for James Franklin?
College football is drastically changing the game in 2024 with another sweeping round of realignment changes and the first expansion of the College Football Playoff. With all of the changes now in effect, it has never been easier to make the College Football Playoff than ever before as the field grows from four teams to 12. It would seem that this is a season tailor-made for James Franklin to finally get Penn State into the playoff field. If this season’s 12-team playoff format had been in effect in the playoff era, Penn State would have been in the College Football Playoff...
Five recruits who could provide fireworks by committing to Penn State
Happy Fourth of July, Penn State fans! While most of you are off today to celebrate the holiday, recruiting never stops at the game’s highest level. The Nittany Lions are in good shape with a handful of intriguing prospects, meaning more commitments in the Class of 2025 could be on the way. Who do we […] The post Five recruits who could provide fireworks by committing to Penn State appeared first on On3.
Harrisburg fireworks show abruptly canceled, three arrested, firearms recovered
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A scheduled Harrisburg fireworks show at Riverfront Park was abruptly canceled this evening after several weapons were spotted by police. According to Harrisburg spokesman Matt Maisel, on multiple occasions throughout the show, Harrisburg Police officers spotted individuals who they believed were carrying weapons. The first person-...
Cumberland County brewery announces upcoming closure
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — After six years of operation, a family-owned brewery in Cumberland County recently announced that it will be closing at the end of this summer. A locally operated brewery with a taproom at 4830 Carlisle Pike in Mechanicsburg, named Mellow Mink Brewing, announced that they would be closing down at some point later this summer.
Three huge concerts will be in Hershey this July 4 weekend, and it’s not too late to get tickets
This weekend is a busy one for Hersheypark Stadium. Three major concerts are coming to the venue, with two pop stars and a small army of folk music icons all performing there within a span of only four days. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Home Repair Assistance Applications Now Open Until July 15
{HARRISBURG} – Home repair assistance applications are now available for city residents in need of making necessary improvements to their household. The application process has been extended until July 15, 2024 at 3 p.m. You can download applications by visiting the city’s dedicated Homeowner Occupied Improvement Program website.
On track: Scranton may finally see return of passenger rail line to NYC through Poconos
It’s been more than 50 years since passenger trains ferried travelers from Scranton to New York City, and many in Northeast Pennsylvania had given up hope that a rail line would ever return. But funding from the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law may finally bring back passenger trains to run between the Electric City and the Big Apple.
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