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PA's new app helps families of children with disabilities find parks that meet their child's needs
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A new app is helping families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their child's needs as July marks a major milestone in the U.S.This month celebrates 34 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law protecting people with disabilities from discrimination.The state's new app, Park Finder, details playgrounds and parks and lists all they offer the community, and is currently available online.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Americans with disabilities are the largest ranked minority group in the U.S., with about one in six children having a developmental disability.According to a release from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society's Good for You initiative, "Children with disabilities can have different needs for their play, such as more or less sensory input; however, playground play is critical for all children's cognitive and physical development, supporting socialization, creativity, and community building." With this in mind, multiple parks across Pennsylvania are tailoring their playground designs to children of all abilities and implementing special features like an interactive sensory green garden or an Augmented and Alternative Communication tool that uses pictures and symbols to help children with nonverbal communication.
Shapiro’s position on Gaza tests close bonds with Arab, Muslim community
For years, Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania was able to execute a balancing act that eludes many Jewish politicians: vocally supporting Israel while maintaining close ties with Arab and Muslim voters. After Shapiro became attorney general in 2017, he helped lead opposition to the Trump administration’s travel ban targeting Muslims. A longtime state representative, he...
‘Unparalleled’: Allentown fire marshal, longtime Montgomery County firefighter, dies of cancer
A longtime fire official in Allentown died recently after more than a yearlong battle with cancer. On Friday, the Allentown Fire Department announced that fire Marshal Jeffrey Tomczak, who had been in that position since 2018, had died. Allentown Firefighters Local 302 IAFF said on social media that Tomczak died peacefully after a roughly 15-month battle with cancer. Tomczak, who was hired in ...
High-Speed Chase in Franklin County Ends in Crash; Suspect Still at Large
A motorcyclist led State Police on a high-speed chase in Franklin County on a stolen bike, resulting in a crash and the motorcyclist escaping, according to filed charges. Allen Keesey, 43, of Chester County, faces felony charges for receiving stolen property, theft by unlawful taking, flight to avoid apprehension, and fleeing or attempting to elude an officer. He also faces a misdemeanor for recklessly endangering another person and multiple traffic violations.
Olympic swimmer from Blackwood finishes his race with pride, optimism
A South Jersey Olympian broke his own record Saturday but fell short of advancing at the Paris Games. But Raekwon Noel, an 18-year-old swimmer from Blackwood, expressed optimism after his Olympics debut. ...
Meishan pigs show for first time at Lebanon Area Fair
LEBANON, Pa. — A rare breed of pig made its debut at the Lebanon Area Fair. It was the first time Meishan pigs have been shown in a class of their own in the country. The breed originated in China, and the name means "virtuous beauty." It has a wrinkled face and pendulous ears, and it's very sedentary.
Crash involving a motorcycle reported on Route 501 in Manheim Township
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Video above: Weather from WGAL News 8 Today. A crash involving a motorcycle has been reported on Route 501 near Circle Drive in Manheim Township, Lancaster. No injuries have been confirmed at this time. Lancaster police and fire responders have been dispatched to the scene.
Police chief sees a firework issue in Easton. He wants to find a solution.
Easton police Chief Carl Scalzo said while consumer fireworks are legal in Pennsylvania, there are conditions according to state law. Still, the police can only do so much. Scalzo attended Easton’s city council meeting on Wednesday to walk council and the public on Pennsylvania’s fireworks laws after an extensive discussion by council members earlier this month following the Fourth of July.
A Rock Promoter Saved the Tower Theater From Its Demise
For 50 years, Upper Darby’s Tower Theater has been a premier concert hall. As concert halls go, this former movie theater only seats 3,500, but it’s hosted a legend of performers. The Rollings Stones, U2, Radiohead, Bob Marley, Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson, The Smiths, Grateful Dead, Bob...
Two nurses and local bystander save Havertown man's life at basketball game
A night this Havertown man will never forget is when three people saved his life while he was under cardiac arrest.Vince Cicione lost consciousness at a basketball tournament; but, it wasn't long before his daughter started CPR.Then, two nurses also came to the aid of the CPR, and utilized an Automated External Defibrillator.They were Liz Babeuf and Kerri Pierangeli. Thanks to all of them, Cicione is alive today.He considers himself lucky to have survived past this March, as he now has 2 grandchildren who have been born since then.For more information, check out the video above.
College Hill PorchFest returns for 6th year, but first they need performers — and porches
EASTON, Pa. — Easton has put out the call for performers who have a knack for tearing it up on porch-based stages. College Hill’s PorchFest has confirmed its sixth annual event for Sept. 29, and organizers are on the lookout for both musicians and porches who would like to play a part in the performances.
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...
Philadelphia event encourages young people to register to vote
An event called Game On! in Philadelphia encouraged young people to come out, play games, enjoy live entertainment, and register to vote for November's general election.It was hosted by Show Up Strong '24 at Dilworth Park on Saturday."If you look around, you can come and play games. We played all the games here and I think it's fun to be registered to vote," said attendee Autumn Smith from Abington, Pa."It's really a platform to raise a voice of a generation gathering people of that sort you know voting can be fun," said Leonzo Vargas, an organizer of Show Up Strong.RELATED...
NBA All-Star Got Drug Tested Over Video Of Him Looking Too 'Swole'
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey looked to be in terrific shape in a recent video of him circulating online. The NBA thought maybe the 23-year-old was in too good shape. Maxey was the breakout star of the 2023-24 season, which saw him win the Most Improved Player Award. With Paul George ...
Lancaster Man Sentenced for Passport Forgery and Counterfeit Card Possession
PHILADELPHIA, PA — David Romero, a 68-year-old resident of Lancaster, PA, was sentenced on Friday to 30 months in prison for passport forgery and possession of counterfeit passports. The sentencing was handed down by United States District Judge Joseph F. Leeson, Jr. Romero faced multiple charges, including four counts...
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