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State protects 104-acre crop farm in Tilden Township from future development
The Shapiro Administration recently announced that Pennsylvania will purchase development rights for 2,629 acres on 28 farms in 19 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. The farms, approved for conservation easement purchases by the State Agricultural Land Preservation Board, represent an $9.8 million investment to ensure that Pennsylvania farmers have the resources they need to continue supporting families, communities, and jobs.
Drivers soon won’t need to slow down to pay on Pa. Turnpike
The Pennsylvania Turnpike is getting rid of the toll booths that require drivers to slow down when entering or exiting the toll road. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is switching to cashless electronic tolling. The system will charge drivers through overhead readers that scan E-ZPass transponders or license plates for payment.
Crews assessing damage following partial collapse at Mt. Penn Primary Center
MT. PENN BOROUGH, Pa. - It’s another setback. “We're doing demo work inside of here which caused the collapse of the second-floor area by the vestibule, the front entrance to the office. And that's the part that's unsound,” said Hunter Ahrens, borough manager of Mt. Penn. Mt Penn...
Sunrise Guest: Hamburg Public Library
The Hamburg Public Library is launching its Next Chapter; a capital campaign to bring its historic building into the future. Chelsea Williams of the Hamburg Public Library joins Sunrise to talk about this important effort, and how you can help support the campaign.
Myerstown Borough Council plans for U.S. semiquincentennial
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Top talent fuels 'resurgence of optimism' at Pennsylvania system
West Reading, Pa.-based Tower Health recently agreed a $142 million debt refinancing deal with bondholders to almost double its days of cash on hand and secure a longer runway to execute its financial turnaround and return to profitability. Tower launched in 2017 after the formerly named Reading Health System acquired...
Governor Mifflin wins first state baseball championship
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. - For the first time in program history, the Governor Mifflin baseball team has claimed their first state title. Friday night at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park was the Mustang's field of dreams, as they defeated District 6 champion Hollidaysburg 2-1. Outstanding pitching by junior starter Ethan...
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