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Winery in Chadds Ford Highlights Lanternfly Impact on Grapevines
It’s been 10 years since the Spotted Lanternfly arrived in Pennsylvania from China and while it didn’t devastate the state’s agriculture as expected, there was Lanternfly grapevine damage, leaving a heavy mark on the grape and wine industry, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Spotted lanternflies...
Governor Josh Shapiro celebrates pharmacy reform in Hollidaysburg
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Governor Josh Shapiro put pen to paper during a ceremonial signing for a bill to help local pharmacies. The new law, known as House Bill 1993, limits the profits that Pharmacy Benefit Managers, or PBM’s for short, can receive being the middleman between local stores and drug manufacturers. Some of the […]
Chander ends tenure as head wrestling coach at Penn College
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. -- Pankil Chander is stepping down as Penn College's head wrestling coach to accept another full-time coaching opportunity. Penn College has begun a national search for Chander's replacement. "I'm grateful for the lessons, relationships, and opportunities that came with being at the helm of Penn College Wrestling," Chander...
Spikes surge, Crosscutters steal it late in 7-6 decision
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – The State College Spikes used a five-run flurry in the fifth to bolster a solid start from Jackie Robinson, but the Williamsport Crosscutters scored three runs in the eighth to take a 7-6 decision on Friday night at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Robinson...
16-year-old pled guilty to charges for Dunmore shooting
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A 16-year-old boy has pled guilty to the charges brought against him after a shooting in Dunmore that injured two. In November of 2023, 28/22 News reported that 16-year-old Angelo Morales was involved in a shooting that took place near Penn State Scranton at the Chestnut Apartment building that left two […]
AP photographer captures another perspective of the attack on Trump
BUTLER, Pennsylvania (AP) — Gene Puskar has been with The Associated Press for 45 years. Based in Pittsburgh, his career has spanned a wide range of events including the nuclear accident at Three Mile Island, the Sept. 11 attack that downed Flight 93, Stanley Cups and World Series, many presidential and campaign events and, his favorite, the Little League World Series.
Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pennsylvania toward solar, hydrogen
Thanks to federal dollars, Pennsylvania is passing new energy bills that require bipartisan compromise. Carbon capture, solar investments, and more are on the table. 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.
America250PA observes its fourth annual Pennsylvania Day Initiative in support of Feeding Pennsylvania and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful
The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA) kicks off its fourth annual Pennsylvania Day initiative on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20 in support of Feeding Pennsylvania and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. July 20th is recognized as National Pennsylvania Day, and America250PA has dedicated this day to encouraging...
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