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New PA law expands Happy Hour drinks
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new law in Pennsylvania allows people 21 and older more time to take advantage of adult drinking specials. Governor Josh Shapiro signed into law this week an expanded happy hour bill that state lawmakers passed. The new law is also an opportunity for restaurants and bars to potentially […]
The best fried chicken restaurant in every state, according to Yelp
(KTLA/NEXSTAR) – Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, fried chicken is a classic that people all around the U.S. crave regardless of the time of day. But where exactly is the best spot to get a hold of some crunchy, mouth-watering fried chicken by you? Yelp’s Elite Squad is a group of reviewers who are […]
$150K Powerball Ticket Sold In Pennsylvania
The lucky player matched five of the six balls drawn to earn $150,000, state gaming officials said. The vendor, TNT Food Market at 5801 Market Street in West Philadelphia, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning slip. Winners are not identified until they claim their prize and their...
Chester County Bakery Among List of Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Cookies, cakes, pastries, and more are the subject of some of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania, including one in Chester County. Cookies, cakes, pastries, and more are the subject of some of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. The Keystone compiled a list of the 13 best in the state, and one Chester County bakery is among them.
Pennsylvania Governor signs bill allowing sale of canned cocktails in grocery stores
(WHTM) — Getting your favorite mixed drinks is now easier than ever after Governor Josh Shapiro signed legislature allowing more stores to get a special ready-to-drink cocktail permit. Senate Bill 688 allows locations in Pennsylvania that are already licensed to sell alcohol, like bars and select grocery stores, to apply for a ready-to-drink cocktail permit. […]
Pa. casinos hit the jackpot, bringing in record $5.9B last year
Pennsylvania reaped a record $2.54 billion in tax revenue over the past year from the state’s casinos, video gaming terminals, Igaming, sports wagering and fantasy sports contests. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reports operators collected nearly $5.9 billion in gross revenue – which includes their take and the state’s...
NCLGS: Backers of smoke-free casinos see progress in Pennsylvania, other fronts
Fighting to make more casinos smoke free is like chipping away at a boulder, Bronson Frick says. Small cracks here and there eventually yield success. Advocates of a proposal to ban smoking from Pennsylvania’s gaming floors, one of the state’s last public areas or workplaces where it’s allowed, hope they made a chip with a small rally Thursday outside Rivers Casino Pittsburgh, site of the Summer Meeting of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS).
Pennsylvania Lottery payouts back on track after computer system upgrades
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Lottery says it is back on track when it comes to payouts after a computer upgrade caused delays in May. Lottery Spokesperson Ewa Swope said timelines are back to normal. She said the Lottery hadn’t upgraded their computer system in 16 years. “We just wanted to thank players for […]
West Overton Village continues to preserve Pennsylvania's rich whiskey history
SCOTTDALE, Pa. (KDKA) -- The West Overton Village historic site in Westmoreland County is popular for anyone looking to journey back to the industrial past of southwestern Pennsylvania.Many things have been brewing here over the last few years in terms of preserving Pennsylvania's rich whiskey heritage and tradition.A heritage that some assume left our state after the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. Not so, says Co-Executive Director of West Overton Village Aaron Hollis."We sort of have a bit of a chip on our shoulder," said Hollis. "Because anytime we hear people talk about bourbon, especially here in Pennsylvania, just thinking of...
Who are Pa.’s biggest producers of wine and cider? How many have you visited?
There are more than 400 wineries/cideries and at least 14,000 acres of Pennsylvania vineyards, according to the Pa. Wine Association. The results of a recent economic impact study released by the Pa. Marketing and Research Program show that Pennsylvania in 2023 was the country’s fourth largest producer of wine, with about 12.4 million gallons vinified that year.
Humane Pennsylvania CEO Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Karel Minor, CEO of Humane Pennsylvania, celebrated his 20th year with the organization earlier this month, making him among the longest-tenured animal welfare leaders in Pennsylvania. Minor joined the Humane Society of Berks County in 2004. In 2014, he led the merger of the Humane Society of Berks County and...
Gallery 255's August exhibit features 1700s folk art and medieval manuscripts
Lewisburg, Pa. — This August, Gallery 255 will feature a captivating, one-of-a-kind exhibition featuring the works of Nancy Cleaver, Donna Spangler, and Della Hutchinson. Donna Spangler is a master artisan recognized by the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsman. She brings 18th century Pennsylvania German fraktur to the modern age. Just like the old days when pieces were crafted to commemorate special family moments, Spangler's creations include family trees, birth announcements, and inspirational verses. To a casual observer, her meticulous drawings of birds and floral scrolls and...
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