Watro appointed to PA House Gaming Oversight Committee
State Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) was recently appointed to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Gaming Oversight Committee.
May 4, 2026Open source
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Grace period for Pa. distracted driving law nears end, enforcement looms
HARRISBURG — The grace period is winding down and enforcement of a Pennsylvania law barring motorists from hands-on use of cellphones and other internet-ca...
May 14, 2026Open source
Defendant in Pa. lawmaker threats waives hearing, charges move to Lebanon County Court
HARRISBURG — The Lebanon County man state police accuse of threatening 20 Pennsylvania Democratic state lawmakers waived his right to a preliminary hearing...
May 14, 2026Open source
Study: Hunters value the forest experience as much as deer harvest in DMAP areas
UNIVERSITY PARK — A new Penn State study suggests hunters participating in Pennsylvania’s Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) care more about havin...
May 14, 2026Open source
Data center Town Hall invite shunned by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s office
(Editor's note: The article has been updated since initial publication to include a statement from Gov. Josh Shapiro's office.) HARRISBURG — The...
May 13, 2026Open source
Penny’s ice cream to open walk-up window at Manheim Township production space
Penny’s ice cream, which once had a retail shop in Lancaster city, will open a walk-up window next month in Manheim Township.
May 12, 2026Open source
Mastriano nominated by Trump for ambassador role
HARRISBURG — President Donald Trump nominated Pennsylvania state Sen. Doug Mastriano to become ambassador to the Slovak Republic, choosing a longtime ally...
May 12, 2026Open source
Mobile hygiene and medical clinic in danger of closing by June 30 without new funding
Alex Mullins, left, and Alexa Morales set up the mobile hygiene unit outside of Union Community Care in Lancaster city on Friday, March 25, 2022.
May 12, 2026Open source
12 (mostly free) summer concert series in Lancaster County, from Long's Park to New Holland
The West Chester Community Concert Band performs the first of the summer concert series sponsored by the New Holland Summer Arts Association at the New Holla...
May 12, 2026Open source
PennDOT to display plans for Route 239 bridge over Little Wapwallopen Creek
Officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation invited the public to a public display of plans for the Route 239 over Little Wapwallopen Creek...
May 11, 2026Open source
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: Governor, agriculture secretary call for federal support for Pennsylvania farmers
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding this week visited Cherry Hill Orchards in Lancaster County to meet...
May 9, 2026Open source
AG's office appeals vacated conviction from crash that killed Troy teacher
HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office is appealing to the state’s Supreme Court to reinstate the vehicular homicide conviction of a f...
May 9, 2026Open source
The art of the yelp: Preserving history through turkey call collecting
SMETHPORT, Pa. – For most, a turkey call is simply a hunting tool. But look closer, and you will find a rich tapestry of American history, meticulous craft...
May 9, 2026Open source
Workforce development agreement sets stage for economic growth; LCCC President Yudichak participates in sig...
NANTICOKE — Pennsylvania’s community colleges are building a first-in-the-nation skilled trade workforce educational ecosystem that will fuel economic gr...
May 7, 2026Open source
Officers rescue three baby raccoons from chimney of Pennsylvania home
Officers in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, rescued several baby raccoons after the curious critters became trapped inside a residential chimney.
May 7, 2026Open source
Committee advances Dush bill to fully protect concealed carry
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Pennsylvania Senate Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Sen. Cris Dush, R-Brookville, which would fully allow for the co...
May 7, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania health officials report 11 measles cases in Lebanon County
Eleven people have been diagnosed with measles in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania health officials said Wednesday. After three people with measles were hospital...
May 6, 2026Open source
Assessment company addresses concerns, reiterates process
COUDERSPORT — Nick Angiolieri of Vision Government Solutions, the company that is conducting the county-wide property assessment, took part in the April 30...
May 6, 2026Open source
Jail board talks mental health needs, possible new indigent services
COUDERSPORT — The Potter County jail board discussed the possibility of a new position to work with public defender Walter Stenhach’s office to improve i...
May 6, 2026Open source
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Branchdale is in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania.
Region: Central Pennsylvania
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At least 2 people shot near the White House, including a possible suspect, officials say
The U.S. Secret Service said it was aware of reports of shots fired near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
May 23, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania electric rates are about to reset with significant increase
Pennsylvania residents should brace for more stifling rate increases for electric bills. New rates are expected to be set by utility companies on June 1.
May 23, 2026Open source
'They need to be memorialized': Volunteers place flags on local veterans' graves
VFW and American Legion volunteers continue a Memorial Day tradition, placing flags on veterans’ graves at St. Mary’s Cemetery in O'Hara Township, Pennsy...
May 23, 2026Open source
Impact Day: Steady rain ends for western PA
A Flood Watch continues for parts of western Pennsylvania. Today's Impact Day is for morning rain and a few afternoon showers along with the flooding risk. W...
May 23, 2026Open source
Vehicle slams into house in Fairless Hills, Pa. after teen driver fell asleep at the wheel
Police in Bucks County say a teenager fell asleep at the wheel before slamming into a home in Fairless Hills.
May 23, 2026Open source
Pottstown residents, NAACP raise concerns over lack of diversity in military banners
A program honoring local military service members with banners in Pottstown, Pa. is drawing concerns from some residents.
May 22, 2026Open source
Haverford's Chris D'Angelo Living out his 'Jeopardy!' dream
Haverford, Pennsylvania native Chris D'Angelo has been auditioning for "Jeopardy!" since 2005.
May 21, 2026Open source
Missing WWII soldier from Pennsylvania returns home more than 80 years later A man from Indiana County kill...
A man from Indiana County killed during World War II was finally laid to rest, more than 80 years after he was declared missing and presumed dead.
May 21, 2026Open source
Pa. races to watch in November after 2026 primary election Democrats in Pennsylvania will try to flip multi...
Democrats in Pennsylvania will try to flip multiple House seats blue in November's general election.
May 20, 2026Open source
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