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Penn State film review: What Lions are getting in top 2025 recruit Daryus Dixson
You can typically count on some Fourth of July fireworks from Penn State on the recruiting trail each year. And whether that’s the case in 2024, we’re diving deeper into the Nittany Lions’ 2025 recruiting class with another film review. Penn State’s top recruit thus far, cornerback...
Harrisburg fireworks cut short after guns found on juveniles, several arrested: police
DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA. (WHP) — Multiple people were arrested at the Riverfront Park fireworks event Thursday night after police recovered several firearms on the scene. Four people were detained amid the chaos, with three of them arrested. Two of those arrested were juveniles, according to City of Harrisburg Communications Director Matt Maisel.
Safety concerns involving firearms, firecrackers end fireworks show early
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The fireworks show in Harrisburg came to an early end due to safety concerns involving firearms and firecrackers in the crowd. The show, described as one of the largest displays in the Midstate, had begun at 9:15 p.m. “Due to safety concerns, we are ending...
Pittsburgh area celebrates Fourth of July with parades
CANONSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh area celebrated the Fourth of July holiday with parades. Communities like Canonsburg, Latrobe, Brentwood and Leetsdale had parades, and many places will have fireworks later. Canonsburg celebrates with state's second-largest paradeThousands of people watched as Canonsburg celebrated America's 248th birthday Thursday. It's the second-largest Independence Day parade in Pennsylvania and it's right in our backyard.The parade has been going on for 61 years and as is tradition here in Canonsburg, people come down, find the chairs they've left and get ready for the big show."I love it and so does everyone else," Helen Navrotski of...
Three Pa. educators to study Lake Erie issues aboard EPA research vessel Lake Guardian
When the Environmental Protection Agency research vessel Lake Guardian arrives in Presque Isle Bay, it will be carrying not only scientists but also three Pennsylvania educators. The three, including one from Erie County, were among 15 chosen from an applicant pool of 115 Great Lakes-region educators. Those selected for the shipboard science workshop...
Altoona K9 officer tracks down robbery suspect
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — An Altoona K9 officer is being celebrated after he successfully tracked down a suspect for police. The Altoona Police Department is thanking K9 Pongo who helped to track down a suspect who was wanted for a robbery and domestic incident. Police said that on Tuesday, June 25 they responded to Duff […]
Fire tore through Altoona home Wednesday night
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A home caught fire Wednesday night in Altoona. Firefighters were called to the home on the 3700 block of Walnut Avenue at around 11:50 p.m. July 3. The fire reportedly began outside of the home and quickly spread inside, causing significant damage to the first and second floors. Altoona firefighters reported […]
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.
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