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Finding invasive species, going for Olympic gold, anglers suspended and finding otters
When you walk through the woods and field lots, it’s easy to assume the plants we see are to be there, that they belong in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, there are invasive plants, animals and fish that do cause trouble for the environment and need to be managed. In an effort to document some of...
Meet the Pennsylvania athletes who will compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Olympic Games are set to begin in Paris this week and Pennsylvania has a ton of elite athletes representing Team USA in multiple events. Check out the list below to see where each Olympic athlete is from and what events they will be competing in. Did we miss a Pa. athlete? Email eepler@pennlive.com and PennLive will update.
World of Outlaws Set for Three Pennsylvania Races, 2024’s Lone New York Stop
YORK HAVEN, PA (July 23, 2024) – The summer stretch continues with another busy week of action for the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars. First, Sprint Car racing’s fiercest rivalry resumes with three races over four nights in Pennsylvania where the Posse awaits. Then, it’s north to New York for the season’s one visit to the “Empire State.”
Multiple people banned from gambling in Pennsylvania over ID fraud, cash withdraws
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple individuals have been banned from iGaming in Pennsylvania, most for creating numerous accounts with someone else’s ID and withdrawing money. On Wednesday, July 24, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved recommendations by its Office of Enforcement Counsel to place seven individuals on the iGaming involuntary exclusion list. While the names […]
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...
$1.2M in federal cash to help Pa. expand Eastern Massasauga rattler's habitat
Jul. 23—The Eastern Massasauga rattler is one of the few venomous snakes native to Pennsylvania. It's also the least likely to be spotted, because its historic range only includes parts of Butler, Clarion, Venango and Mercer counties along with a small slice of Armstrong County. But there may be a few more of them around in years to come after state wildlife agencies use $1.2 million from the ...
“Table Talk Histories” and new museum kickoff at Washington Crossing State Park, N.J.
Join in July 28 for “Table Talk Histories,” including a 3 p.m. presentation on impending capital improvements for Washington Crossing State Park, 355 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, N.J., including its new museum and visitor center, in preparation for America’s 250th Anniversary celebration. From 1-3 p.m., the Washington...
Americans divided over new law to buy a variety of beverages at supermarkets – but same rules will apply to everyone
AMERICANS who like to indulge in alcoholic drinks occasionally will have easier access to purchasing them this Fall. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 688, which allows residents to buy ready-to-drink cocktails at a plethora of locations, into law. The law, effective in mid-September, defines ready-to-drink cocktails as premixed...
70th Annual Cambridge Springs Firemen's Carnival
The Cambridge Springs Firemen's Carnival is a must-do for some young attendees like Brooke. Brooke comes every year, and she said she loved everything about the carnival. “I like all the fun rides. I like all the animals, and I made a new friend,” Brooke said. One Classic event...
Pa. Senate approves promotion of local airman to Brigadier General
An airman from Upper Oxford is one step closer to becoming a Brigadier General in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard following the State Senate’s approval of his nomination. Recently, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved the confirmation of Colonel Jaime E. Ramirez, who currently serves as the 193rd Special Operation...
Eight & 322 Publishes First Edition of Magazine
Local journalism outlet Eight & 322 recently published its first print edition. Thanks to a Creative Ventures Grant issued through Arts Oil City, who distributed Pennsylvania Council on the Arts funding for art related business ideas locally, Eight & 322 was able to put together a 12-page prototype magazine. The...
Suspect in police pursuit through the Valley back in Pennsylvania facing 30 charges
An Erie, Pennsylvania man accused of taking a 14-year-old girl with him during a police chase through part of the Valley has been brought from Ohio to Pennsylvania to face a host of charges. Twenty-year-old John Wolfe was transferred from the Portage County Jail in Ohio to the Erie County...
Resolution honoring firefighter killed at PA Trump rally introduced to House
(WJET/WFXP) — A resolution has been introduced to the House of Representatives honoring the man who lost his life at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania. On Monday, July 22, a resolution honoring Corey Comperatore, who was killed during the July 13 Trump rally in Butler County while shielding his family from gunfire, was introduced to […]
Children’s bike rodeo set Aug. 3 in Titusville
PennDOT and its safety partners will host a free children’s bicycle rodeo on Saturday, August 3, at Titusville City Hall. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with activities from 10 a.m. to noon. The event aims to promote bicycling, educate kids on safety, and develop safe biking habits. Children aged 5 to 12 can participate, and must bring a bicycle, helmet, and a parent or guardian to sign a permission slip. Activities will teach safety skills, and Titusville police will inspect helmets and bikes. The rodeo coincides with the launch of Titusville’s bicycle registration program to help identify and return lost or stolen bikes. A drawing for two free bicycles and a limited number of free helmets will be offered, along with a free hot dog lunch.
Golf Tournament to Raise Money to Train Shelter Dog to Become a Service Dog
The Erie Humane Society is gearing up for a big golf tournament this week. Paws for Patriots is Friday at Riverside Golf Course in Cambridge Springs. The tournament benefits their Shelter to Service program in which a shelter dog is trained to be a service dog. The training costs about...
Hobbs Do It Best Announces Plans to Move Into Former Giant Eagle Property Early 2025
Hobbs Do It Best, a home improvement store in Edinboro, announced plans to move to a bigger location. On Friday, July 12, the business closed on the former Giant Eagle property at 606 Erie Street. The owners said the newer and larger building will allow them to further serve the...
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