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Proposed bill would require Ten Commandments in Pennsylvania schools

A Pennsylvania lawmaker proposed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments and multiple other foundational documents to be displayed in Pennsylvania public schools.

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-16

WBRE

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Power outages impact thousands across PA

(WBRE/WYOU) — As rain and winds impacted the central and northeastern part of the state, thousands across Pennsylvania experienced power outages Sunday evening. As of 9:30 p.m., over 7,500 customers across Pennsylvania were experiencing power outages, according to PPL. As of 8:30 a.m., Monday, that number dropped to about 5,000 customers. You can check PPL’s […]

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-16

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TSA Agents Reveal: Pennsylvania Man’s PANTS Are HIDING Something—and It’s ALIVE!

EAST STROUDSBURG, PA — When TSA agents at Newark Liberty International Airport spotted something unusual in a passenger’s groin area during a routine body scan last Friday, they weren’t prepared for what they’d find. The Pennsylvania traveler had stuffed a living, breathing turtle down the front of his pants.

East Stroudsburg, PA · 2025-03-17
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Pa. ranks high in number of people, providers committing Medicaid fraud

Pennsylvania last year outpaced all other states in the number of people it charged with Medicaid fraud and ranked third overall in convictions secured against those charged. That’s according to a report released Monday by Attorney General Dave Sunday. If you purchase a product or register for an account...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17
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Pennsylvania Business Report

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Researchers propose reusing depleted oil and gas wells for energy system

Penn State researchers have discovered a proposed geothermal-assisted compressed-air energy storage system (CAES) that uses depleted oil and gas wells can improve efficiency by 9.5 percent when compared to existing technology. Increased efficiency means a larger percentage of energy stored in the system can be recovered and turned into electricity. “This improvement in efficiency can […] The post Researchers propose reusing depleted oil and gas wells for energy system appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report .

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17

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SNAP, Medicaid cuts would strain PA emergency food system

Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Keystone State News Connection reporting for the Pennsylvania Independent-Public News Service Collaboration. John Kelly has seen it before: the massive influx of people turning to his food pantry in central Scranton for support. The hunger. The families struggling to put food on the table. The parents who have lost their jobs and don’t know how they’re going to make ends meet.

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17

WTRF- 7News

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Tornado Watch expired for parts of West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania

OHIO VALLEY (WTRF) — A Tornado Watch has been issued for the entire viewing area. It will be in effect from 10:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Sunday afternoon A line of thunderstorms is expected to move through the area in the early afternoon ahead of a cold front. As the skies have cleared a little […]

Ohio · 2025-03-16

WTAJ

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Pennsylvania woman loses $11K after years-long romance scam

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A 70-year-old woman was duped out of roughly $11,000 during a years-long romance scam, Pennsylvania State Police report. State police out of Rockview are investigating after a Milesburg woman reported that someone she thought was a companion ultimately scammed her. According to the police report, the woman gave the person […]

Milesburg, PA · 2025-03-16

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Shapiro Administration plugs 300 orphaned or abandoned wells across PA

WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week said plugging leaking abandoned wells reduces methane emissions, creates jobs, protects public health and opens up opportunities for rural communities. Shapiro and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) officials joined Penn Mechanical Group and local leaders in Washington County to plug the 300th...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-17

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Three Bucks County Towns Listed Among the State’s 12 Most Adorable Places to Visit

Home prices are skyrocketing nationwide, including in these Bucks County towns, which have the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania. Three towns in Bucks County have been voted as some of the most adorable places to visit in the entire state of Pennsylvania. Staff writers at World Atlas wrote about the local towns.

Bucks County, PA · 2025-03-16

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Multiple families of trans kids denied gender-affirming medications at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

Multiple families of transgender children said UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh has denied access to gender-affirming care medicine to their kids. Without communication from their doctors or a clear path forward, some parents said they’re fearing for their child’s future. halting federal funding for gender-affirming medical care...

Pittsburgh, PA · 2025-03-14

105.7 The Hawk

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“STAY HOME” — The Most Terrifying Stories From Pa. & NJ This Week in March 2020, Five Years Later

We have hit a milestone. It's officially been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed our lives as we know them (forever). We're taking a look back at some of the most jarring and shocking headlines from this week in 2020 across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Philadelphia. Governor Wolf Orders...

New Jersey · 2025-03-14

PennLive.com

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Remember USAID? Its cuts could cost Pennsylvania dearly | PennLive letters

Having worked internationally off/on since the mid-1980s, I have witnessed the immense good and value that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has brought to the international table of global humanitarian efforts. Recently, these efforts have been gutted, a deed that should not be lauded in a veiled attempt...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-15

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Pennsylvania waterways being stocked ahead of trout season’s opening day

(WHTM) — It is almost time for one of Pennsylvania’s most beloved seasons, and officials are prepping waterways to get ready. R.B. Winter State Park in Union County was recently stocked with trout by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and the Pennsylvania and Boat Commission (PFBC) in preparation for trout season’s Opening […]

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-15

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Police investigate visit by mysterious 'box demon' in Pennsylvania

A strange individual identifying herself as a 'box demon' showed up at a house in Northern York County recently. A doorbell camera recorded the moment last week when a woman dressed up in a bizarre outfit with a paper plate as a mask showed up outside a Pennsylvania home and left a large cardboard box outside.

York County, PA · 2025-03-16

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Colton Friese Drives to the East Coast Legend Series Victory Saturday at BAPS Motor Speedway

35 drivers showed up to race in the East Coast Legend Series event at BAPS Motor Speedway (PA) on Saturday, March 15. After four heats and a B Feature, Colton Friese was the winner of the A Feature. Jeremy Ott and Logan Carbaugh rounded out the top three. Results below...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-16

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Erie Man Turns 100!

A church community celebrated a very special man on Sunday. Peter Mancuso celebrated his 100th birthday in the morning. Members of the Ladies Auxiliary at All Saints Parish in Waterford helped organize this monumental occasion. After their 9:00 mass, there was brunch in honor of Mansuco to recognize his century...

Erie, PA · 2025-03-16

PennLive.com

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Update: Tornado watch in place for Crawford and Erie counties early Sunday evening

On Sunday at 1:46 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated tornado watch in effect until 4 p.m. for Crawford and Erie counties. When it comes to tornadoes, understanding the distinction between a Tornado watch and a Tornado warning can be a matter of life and death. Here's a breakdown:

Erie County, PA · 2025-03-16