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Lauren Kamor and Mario DePrimo
Lauren Elizabeth Kamor, daughter of Paul W. and Kathleen Kamor, of Duryea, and Mario Joseph DePrimo, son of Geanette DePrimo and the late Clifford Hoffman, of Archbald, announce their engagement. The bride-to-be is a 2016 graduate of Pittston Area High School. She earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Kutztown...
UPDATE: No Injuries Reported in Motor Home Crash on Interstate 81
According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, the driver of a motor home that crashed this past week was not injured. According to Troopers, the crash occurred just before 5:00pm, on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024 in the southbound lanes of Interstate 81 near mile marker 127.2 in Mahanoy Township.
City of Harrisburg investigating reports of 'group of neo-Nazis carrying swastika flags'
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The City of Harrisburg says the mayor and police commissioner are aware of a masked group carrying flags with swastikas on them downtown, and it's being investigated. In a Facebook post made Saturday afternoon, the city denounced the group, saying in part:. The City of...
State Police finding success with 'PSP Tips' program | Cold Case Pennsylvania
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — When it comes to solving crimes, sometimes the best clues come from those not in uniform. "You do your best to investigate these cases," said Lt. Adam Reed of the Pennsylvania State Police. "You talk to witnesses, you collect evidence and look at all the facts. However, you can't be everywhere all at once."
Suspects in North Canton bank robbery arrested in Pennsylvania
Three Canton-area residents who are accused of robbing a bank in Pennsylvania last week are believed to have been involved in robbing the Citizens Bank last month in North Canton, North Canton police said Saturday. North Canton police listed the suspects as Matthew D. Smith, 32; Christopher Lucius, 36 and Latoya Young, 43,...
Top 5 In-State Targets Planning Visits Amid Penn State and West Virginia Showdown
Four-star safety Matt Sieg, a key prospect in Pennsylvania for the 2026 recruiting cycle, will visit Penn State and West Virginia in consecutive weeks. He'll first watch the Nittany Lions in their season opener at West Virginia before returning to Beaver Stadium for their home opener against Bowling Green. Ranked as the No. 12 safety nationally and the third-best player in Pennsylvania, Sieg had an impressive junior season, both offensively and defensively. Penn State currently holds the No. 2 recruiting class in the 2026 cycle, featuring commitments from top talents like Kevin Brown and Messiah Mickens.
Pittsburgh and Eastern Ohio Brace for Dangerous Heatwave with Temperatures Nearing 100°F
Pittsburgh, PA — The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for Pittsburgh, Western Pennsylvania, and Eastern Ohio as a dangerous heatwave is expected to hit the region through Wednesday. Temperatures may approach or exceed 100°F, putting many at risk of heat-related illnesses. According to the US National...
No. 7 Pitt Snaps Women’s Soccer’s 18-Match Home Unbeaten Streak
LEWISBURG, Pa. – Teresa Deda scored a beautiful goal early in the second half to give the Bucknell women's soccer team the lead against No. 7 Pittsburgh, but the Panthers stormed back with five goals in the span of a half-hour to defeat the Bison 5-1 on a warm, sunny day at Emmitt Field at Holmes Stadium. The loss snapped Bucknell's 18-match home unbeaten streak (11-0-7) dating back almost two years to a 2022 setback against Princeton.
Great PA News Quiz: MIA at the DNC, Presidential Insecurity and JD Vance Gets a Cheesesteak
In this week’s news quiz: Pennsylvania goes to the DNC, serious security lapses, presidential debate prep and “insulting” cheese. As always, let us know if you encounter any technical issues. Just email Newsletter Editor Colin Deppen (newsletters@spotlightpa.org) with a heads up. And good luck! BEFORE YOU GO… If you learned something from this article, pay it forward and contribute to Spotlight PA at spotlightpa.org/donate. Spotlight PA is funded by foundations and readers like you who are committed to accountability journalism that gets results. The post Great PA News Quiz: MIA at the DNC, Presidential Insecurity and JD Vance Gets a Cheesesteak appeared first on StateCollege.com.
Wilkes-Barre Twp celebrates 250 years since founded
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A celebration 250 years in the making is underway this weekend in Wilkes-Barre Township. Township officials honored the place many call home with a free outdoor event to mark the semi-quincentennial. Saturday afternoon kicked off with a parade to get things started. The 250th celebration of Wilkes-Barre Township brought […]
Pennsylvania Officials Urge Precautions Against Tick Bites at Memorial Lake State Park
Officials from the Shapiro Administration, representing the Departments of Health (DOH), Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), and Environmental Protection (DEP), convened at Memorial Lake State Park in Dauphin County to emphasize the importance of safeguarding against Lyme disease and tick bites. Secretary of Health, Dr. Debra Bogen, stressed the need...
Pennsylvania high school football scores for Friday, Aug. 23, 2024
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