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Pittsburgh Links in Harrisburg to advocate for passage of the CROWN Act
MEMBERS OF THE KEYSTONE CLUSTER OF THE LINKS INC., TRAVELED TO HARRISBURG LAST MONTH TO ADVOCATE FOR STATE LEADERS TO PASS THE CROWN ACT. Echoes of “Pass the Crown” could be heard in the halls of the Pennsylvania State Capitol, as the Keystone Cluster of The Links, Incorporated, hosted its first Links Day at the Capitol in Harrisburg June 3 and June 4. The members gathered in Harrisburg to advocate for state leaders to pass the CROWN Act (House Bill 1394).
State’s permitting process reformed under newly enacted budget
Pennsylvania’s newly enacted fiscal year 2024-2025 budget includes regulatory reform efforts supported by State Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-93) that aim to cut government red tape. “This is a major win for the future of our commonwealth,” Phillips-Hill said in a July 11 statement. “By cutting through the red tape, we’re not only supporting our current […] The post State’s permitting process reformed under newly enacted budget appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
NOAA seeks advisory council for proposed marine sanctuary in Pa. portion of Lake Erie
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is seeking people to give advice about a proposed national marine sanctuary in Lake Erie adjacent to Erie County. The council would include representatives from various user groups, such as fishing, diving, economic development, education, maritime heritage and the public at large. Known as a pre-designation Sanctuary Advisory Council, it would provide recommendations to NOAA on the proposed designation and operation of the Lake Erie National Marine Sanctuary. Council members would also act as liaisons to their communities, according to NOAA.
'It's a long time coming': An inside look into the most decorated amateur boxing gym in all of Pennsylvania
LANCASTER, Pa. — A Central Pennsylvania boxing gym is putting Lancaster on top of the national boxing stage, all through passion, a sense of family and a drive to be great. Lancaster City Boxing Academy is tucked away on a downtown side street, and with only a sign denoting its presence, it can be easily missed if you're not paying attention.
New electric vehicle fee coming to Pennsylvania
The Center Square — Come 2025, electric vehicle drivers will pay an annual registration fee in Pennsylvania. The legislation headed to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk will charge owners of battery-powered and plug-in hybrid vehicles $200 next year, the first of an incremental scale that will reach $286 in 2030. Prime sponsor Sen. Greg Rothman, R-Shippensburg, said the fee will help maintain Pennsylvania’s roads and bridges – some of the worst-rated...
Adventure Continues at Your Library!
Join us for Summer Reading Week 2 at Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library! This Wednesday (7/17) we will be hosting Reptiland and their special presentation “Reptiles: The Beautiful & the Deadly” featuring a host of different creatures that we’ll get to see and learn all about. Just like...
U.S. Senator John Fetterman, Government Officials Make Appearance at Vigil for Pauly Likens
Signs of Pauly Likens along Stambaugh Avenue gently blew in the breeze on Saturday night in Sharon, Pa. The Sharon community, friends and family, allies and government officials gave speeches, calls to action and words of encouragement. U.S. Senator John Fetterman also gave remarks during the event. "I would just...
Dirty vents, filters, ceiling fans throughout facility: Berks County restaurant inspections, July 13, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Hoober’s Produce, 2934 N. 5th St. Reading, July 6. Pass. Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available in small refrigerator. Observed stained/scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
Alert: Dangerous High Heat Through Tuesday With Possible Storms
ALERT DAYS - MONDAY & TUESDAY. Highs will soar to the upper 90s again Tuesday, and high pressure near Bermuda will crank up humidity. Dew points will hover near 70, making it feel tropical. Today's record high is 99 degrees, and tomorrow's record is 104 degrees. Overnight lows stay warm, in the mid 70s.
Bomb threat closes volunteer fire company
SUNBURY, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An investigation is underway after a bomb threat was made to a volunteer fire company in Sunbury. Just before 8:00 a.m., the Sunbury Police Department was dispatched to Americus Hose Company for a bomb threat. No explosives were found, and police have initiated a criminal investigation into the threat as […]
Corey LaJoie defends himself over issue with Kyle Busch
Corey LaJoie was not in an apologetic mood following his involvement in a multi-car incident during Sunday’s Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa. The Spire Motorsports driver spun out Richard Childress Racing’s Kyle Busch following a restart with 40 laps to go in The Great American Getaway 400. LaJoie’s No. 7... The post Corey LaJoie defends himself over issue with Kyle Busch appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
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