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Another major retail store has closed its doors for good in Pennsylvania. Read on to learn more. Almost every day, it seems that another major retail chain is announcing new store closures, and today is, unfortunately, no different.

As we begin 2023, Pennsylvanians can be grateful for the progress made on both the state and federal level in addressing climate change. This is an issue felt deeply by Pennsylvanians, who directly experience the consequences of pollution and climate change in myriad ways. While the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act are already providing economic and environmental benefits, there is a critical and unfinished piece of business that will substantially clean Pennsylvania’s air: strengthening and finalizing an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule to reduce emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, from the oil and gas industry. 

As 2022 ended, 43 communities in Pennsylvania lost their status as an urban area thanks to newly released criteria from the U.S. Census Bureau and federal dollars could be at stake. In 2010, qualifying urban areas needed to have a minimum of 2,500 residents. In 2020, the Census changed the...

He was taken into custody early Tuesday morning.

SEPTA is taking a stand against human trafficking. The transit agency has added signs throughout its system promoting the National Human Trafficking Hotline, and is educating employees on how to detect and stop trafficking.

The following property transactions, those most recently released to the Centre Daily Times, were recorded Jan. 2-6 in the Centre County Recorder of Deeds Office. The deeds listings are based on public documents filed with the Centre County Recorder of Deeds. The Centre Daily Times tries to list exact addresses and purchase prices where available for all transactions without exception.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Val Arkoosh Friday advised Pennsylvanians of upcoming changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Due to passage of the recent federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, starting in March, SNAP recipient households will no longer receive the Emergency Allotment (EA) additional payment created during the COVID-19 public health emergency and will resume receiving one SNAP payment per month.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A local Pennsylvania state lawmaker is pushing for a smoking ban in casinos and private clubs. State Rep. Dan Frankel, representing Allegheny County, is introducing a bill that would amend ‘The Clean Indoor Air Act.’. Portions of casinos, certain bars and private clubs are exempt.

HARRISBURG, PA (WTAJ) – The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) announced the availability of over $1 million in funding to support security enhancement projects for nonprofit organizations serving diverse communities throughout the Commonwealth.  Administered by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), the Nonprofit Security Grant Fund Program was part of Act […]

The decision further undermines the effectiveness of a program once lauded as a national model and championed by Gov. Josh Shapiro when he was attorney general.

Applying for a professional license or permit from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will soon come with a money back guarantee under an executive order Gov. Josh Shapiro signed on Monday. The guarantee ensures that anyone applying for a professional license, permit or certification from the state will receive a response...

Investigators working on the Idaho murders case “lost” Bryan Kohberger for several hours during the cross-country trip from his apartment at Washington State University (WSU) to his family home in Pennsylvania, it has been revealed.Surveillance teams were tasked with keeping eyes on the 28-year-old criminology PhD student after he became a “person of interest” in the 13 November murders of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin.But, on 13 December, when he began the journey home for the holidays with his father, FBI agents managed to lose him almost as soon as their car pulled out of...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- If you are looking for a valentine, turns out, Pennsylvania is not a bad place to be, according to a new survey.In fact, another similar study ranks Pittsburgh as one of the places to go for Valentine's Day.A new ranking from WalletHub names the Best and Worst States for Singles. Pennsylvania is near the top of the list, rounding out the top five best states for single people.Above us on the list: California, New York, Florida and Texas.Sorry to our southern neighbors though. Turns out, West Virginia is the worst place to be if you're single, according...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has announced on Tuesday it is launching an investigation into circumstances surrounding high bills recently received by PPL Electric Utilities customers. The commission said it's also looking at the accuracy and integrity of PPL's billing practices. A number of...

The 7.8 mile Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail in McKean County has been named the 2023 Pennsylvania Trail of the Year. The trail is a section of the larger Knox & Kane Rail Trail and is a converted rail line used for walking, jogging, biking and horseback riding. “Congratulations...

Mark Higgins, Amber Concepcion and Marie Librizzi announced their candidacies Monday for Centre County board of commissioners.

Residents of Pennsylvania are due to receive between $250 and $975 in property tax and rent rebate payments. These payments support older and disabled people who are less likely to afford their homes. The application is now open. The rebate program has provided eligible residents with more than $7.6 billion since its creation in 1971. (source)

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order he says will improve the Commonwealth’s licensing, permitting, and certification processes. The order creates a comprehensive review of how long it takes agencies to process applications and how workers and businesses apply online. Those impacted include...

Lackawanna County NAACP hopes to expand in celebration …. Lackawanna County NAACP hopes to expand in celebration of first anniversary. Painter revives art and faith in Saint Clair church. Painter revives art and faith in Saint Clair church. Plains and Jenkins Townships Construction. Plains and Jenkins Townships Construction. Coney Island...

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