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$213 Million Powerball Jackpot Winning Ticket Sold in Allegheny County
MIDDLETOWN, PA — A Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in Allegheny County sold a Powerball ticket worth $213.8 million for the drawing on Monday, August 12. The winning ticket, purchased at AJ’s…
C&N Recognizes Katelyn K. Ackley for Achieving CCXP Certification
C&N recognizes Katelyn K. Ackley, who has successfully earned the Certified Customer Experience Professional (CCXP) certification. C&N, the region’s leading financial services company, recognizes Katelyn K. Ackley, AVP/Customer Experience Coordinator, who has successfully earned the Certified Customer Experience Professional (CCXP) certification. Administered by the Customer Experience Professionals Association™, a...
Vote: Which YAIAA school mascot is No. 1 in the league?
It's a proven method of picking a winner (we are only being slightly sarcastic). When two teams go head-to-head, so do their mascots. And there are many people that make picks based off that matchup (NCAA tourney bracket, anyone??) Who wins when a Panther takes on a Lion? A Squire and a...
Philly-area teachers and students debate proposed school cellphone ban
More school districts nationwide are banning cell phones – even some states are passing rules restricting smartphone use in classes. This summer, Pennsylvania passed a bill to pilot cell phone bans in schools and New Jersey and Delaware are also experimenting with more restrictive rules. But do cell-free classrooms improve learning, attention and mental health? Are there downsides to confiscating student devices?
Homicide charge withdrawn in 18-year-old’s 2023 shooting death, DA announces
The suspect jailed in an October 2023 shooting death in Allentown no longer faces a homicide charge and is being released, the Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office said Thursday. District Attorney Gavin Holihan announced his office was withdrawing the charge against 22-year-old Ethan Bastien in the death of 18-year-old...
Popular retailer is opening 3 stores in Pa. under new owner after closing all of its locations
Rue21 stores are back in Pennsylvania. It wasn’t that long ago that the specialty fashion retailer of apparel and accessories, filed for bankruptcy and closed all of its 540 stores including 21 locations in Pennsylvania. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Bridge repairs in Allentown extended until Sept. 9 completion date
ALLENTOWN, Pa., - Kernsville Road, which has been closed and detoured since May 1 for bridge repairs of the Kernsville Road Bridge over Jordan Creek, will be closed until Sept. 9, according to a news release from PennDOT. The project was originally scheduled to be completed in August. Vehicle traffic...
New Pennsylvania law will return some unclaimed money without a claim
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 — Starting next year, Pennsylvania will return some unclaimed money directly to the people it belongs to instead of requiring them to first file a claim with the state Treasury. A bill to allow the change passed the...
Council Rock Newtown Represents Pennsylvania in High-Stakes Little League World Series
The 77th Little League Baseball World Series has kicked off, as Bucks County’s Council Rock Newtown Little League battles for glory. The 77th Little League Baseball World Series has kicked off in Williamsport, with Pennsylvania once again in the spotlight as Bucks County’s Council Rock Newtown Little League battles for national glory, writes Patrick Berkery for The Keystone Newsroom.
Pa. Supreme Court sets Oct. 8 argument on claim that life without parole for felony murder is cruel
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Oct. 8 in an appeal that could bring hope for freedom to more than 1,000 people serving life in prison without the possibility of parole for murders they didn’t commit. The court in February agreed to consider the case of Derek Lee, who is serving life in […]
Get Connected with LV Girls Who Walk
Founder Summer Sakari Polzer launched LV Girls Who Walk at the end of summer 2023, hoping to create a safe space for women to walk together while making connections and new friends. “Walking in nature is so beneficial for our physical and mental health; however, as a female it is not always safe to walk in parks alone,” says Sakari Polzer, noting that she was inspired by a similar group in New York City. “The Lehigh Valley has so many wonderful parks and so many women I know are looking for social activities that don’t require tons of time or effort.” The group meets once or twice a week (usually over the weekend or during a weekday evening) March through November, with the bulk of the walks taking place on the west end of Allentown and a handful in Bethlehem and Easton. Welcoming to all women, there are no sign-ups required and being a member is free. Follow along on social to stay up to date with walk schedules and events!
Worcester Red Sox Survive Scare, Outlast Lehigh Valley Ironpigs 2-1
The Worcester Red Sox hosted the Lehigh Valley Ironpigs in the second game of the series between the two teams at Polar Park in Worcester, MA on Wednesday night. The Sox defeated Lehigh Valley 4-3 in the opening game on Tuesday night. Richard Fitts took the mound for Worcester in this game.
Business burglar sought for multiple Norristown, Pennsylvania break-ins
Police in Norristown, Montgomery County are asking for the public's help identifying a burglar who has been striking businesses in the overnight hours.Photos of the suspect were posted to social media.Police say the man is 40 to 50 years old and has a mustache.Investigators say the burglar carries reusable grocery bags, along with bolt cutters and tools used to break into the businesses.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 610-270-0977 or 610-275-1222.
Meet SCORE Award Winner: Balia Nanny Referral Service
SCORE Chester and Delaware County 2024 Small Business Achievement Award Winner Balia Nanny Referral Agency, founded by Alicia Goldy, provides quality childcare. Each year SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties recognizes owners and entrepreneurs that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation, and achievement in support of our local economy and small business community.
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