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Union Cemetery honors 893 interred veterans

BELLEFONTE — For the third year in a row, the Union Cemetery in Bellefonte hosted a ceremony to celebrate Veterans Day early, honoring the nearly 900 veterans buried there. The ceremony was held on Sunday, Nov. 8 near the once-defunct McCoy Fountain, which lights up green at night in honor of Veterans Day, and is located beside former Pennsylvania Governor James Addams Beaver’s grave site.

Bellefonte, PA · 21h
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Centre Daily Times

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What to know about adenovirus, other viruses circulating around Penn State campus

Pennsylvania’s Department of Health is monitoring an “ adenovirus outbreak ” on Penn State’s campus. And, although campus numbers appear to be similar to last year, the university issued a news release last week so those with underlying medical conditions know to take precautions. Adenoviruses are a common group of viruses that typically cause flu-like symptoms, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , and people with weakened immune systems or cardiac/respiratory disease are at risk of becoming seriously ill. According to the state DOH, it first learned of Penn State’s increase in influenza-like illness through a nationwide system ( ILINet ) that tracks healthcare visits for flu-like symptoms. With more students seeking care at University Health Services (UHS), testing then detected an increased spate of adenovirus and other respiratory viruses involving students. “When a school, college, university, or other institution experiences more cases of illness than would normally be expected, it may be considered an outbreak and should be reported to public health,” DOH spokesperson Eli Steiker-Ginzberg told the Centre Daily Times in an email. “Monitoring outbreaks helps public health officials understand which viruses are circulating and provide recommendations to protect people at higher risk for severe

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Did You Know Pennsylvania Has A Natural Rock Field Where Boulders Stretch 16 Acres Without A Tree?

Sixteen acres of bare boulders sit in the middle of a Pennsylvania forest, and not one tree grows among them. Some of those rocks stretch up to 26 feet long. The field is so flat and so empty of soil that it looks like someone paved a clearing with giant stones.

Pennsylvania · 1d
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Abandoned Pa. rail corridor gets new life as trail with scenic 400-foot bridge to cross

A former railroad corridor that once carried coal trains through northeastern Pennsylvania has been transformed into a recreational trail more than four decades after public money was first committed to preserving the property. The new North Pocono Trail follows 3.2 miles of the former Erie and Wyoming Railroad corridor between...

Lackawanna County, PA · 16h
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State investigating ‘seismic event’ near Allegheny Township fracking well

State environmental officials say an earthquake struck Allegheny Township last month, but it was so small it’s likely no one but seismologists noticed. On Oct. 4, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) was alerted to a seismic event near EQT’s Porter well pad in Allegheny Township off Willowbrook Road.

Pennsylvania · 3d

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PA Turnpike tolls rise again in 2027

Pennsylvania Turnpike drivers will pay more beginning Jan. 3, 2027, as a 3.5% toll increase takes effect across the system, marking the 19th consecutive year of higher tolls. The increase comes as the Turnpike prepares to introduce Open Road Tolling to its western section, including interchanges used by Franklin County motorists.

Pennsylvania · 1d

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Youthful State Senator Strives To Protect Online Gamblers — And The Industry

You might not know it from the steady wave of stories about lawsuits related to gambling operators’ VIP departments encouraging addicted players to lose more money, but problem gambling is not good for the house. At least not if the casino is playing the long game. And lots of...

Pennsylvania · 11h

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Governor Shapiro Announces Nearly $36 Million in Green Light-Go Grant Funds to Communities Across the Commonwealth to Improve Traffic Safety

Governor Shapiro Announces Nearly $36 Million in Green Light-Go Grant Funds to Communities Across the Commonwealth to Improve Traffic Safety. Governor Shapiro’s Administration continues to focus on practical improvements that make a difference in Pennsylvanians’ lives. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiroannounced today that 77 municipalities across...

Pennsylvania · 2d

Pittsburgh's Public Source

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After 30 years in the minority, Jay Costa steps into Senate spotlight

“He’s seen a lot of bills come up and I think that he’ll do what he thinks is best," said state Sen. Devlin Robinson, a Republican. “I think he’s a pragmatic person and he’ll be pragmatic in whatever office he possesses.” The post After 30 years in the minority, Jay Costa steps into Senate spotlight appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source . PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

Bucks County Beacon

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OPINION: After Historic Democratic Victories on Election Night, What’s Next?

Last Tuesday night was the fulfillment of 10 years of effort on the part of a left-aligned coalition of activists and party volunteers. Everyone who participated in any way during that decade should feel immense pride in what we accomplished together. But we’ve had a week to revel in the joy and now it’s time to think about what’s next.

Pennsylvania · 1d

BUCKSCO.Today

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Pennsylvania Issues ‘Do Not Eat’ Advisory for Wissahickon Creek Fish

Pennsylvania has issued a “do not eat” advisory for all fish in the Wissahickon Creek basin after testing found PFOS, known as a “forever chemical”, in fish tissue, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios Philadelphia. The warning points to a bigger problem for local waterways. PFAS...

Pennsylvania · 1d

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2 Old Guard soldiers talk about experience of guarding Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

ARLINGTON, Va. (WHTM) — Rain or shine, day and night, with or without an audience, members of the Third U.S. Infantry Regiment, or the Old Guard, stand guard beside the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. At 20 years old, Army specialists Joshua Beckman and Cole Ortman say their jobs, the precise […]

Pennsylvania · 1d

Franklin County Free Press

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Nearly $77,000 in Unclaimed Property Returned After Veterans Picnic

Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Rep. Eric Nelson (R-57) announced that $76,960.42 in unclaimed property was returned following Nelson’s Veterans Picnic at Youngwood Area Park and Pool in Westmoreland County. The Youngwood Sportsman Association received $75,549.49. Picnic attendees received the remaining $1,410.93. Treasury holds more than $5 billion in...

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

Country Herald

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Pennsylvania Winter Thanksgiving Travel: Even Salted I-80 Can Freeze

Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Scranton drivers should know why salted highways can still become dangerously icy.

Pennsylvania · 1d

BUCKSCO.Today

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Toys “R” Us Returns to Bucks County as 120 New Stores Open Nationwide

Toys “R” Us is coming back to Bucks County with a store at Oxford Valley Mall, one of at least 21 confirmed Pennsylvania locations in the retailer’s holiday-season comeback, reports Hannah Nguyen to Central Bucks Now. Nationwide, 120 new standalone stores will open this holiday season. Announced...

Bucks County, PA · 2d

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Pennsylvania Has 4 Restored Grist Mills Where Water Wheels Still Turn For Visitors

One Pennsylvania mill lets you eat breakfast while a 24-foot water wheel turns on the other side of the glass. I love that detail. It makes pancakes feel like a field trip. That mill is not the only one still at work. Across the state, old wheels keep scooping creek water and spinning heavy stones.

Pennsylvania · 3d

Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Commentary: This Veterans Day, Pennsylvania is turning Its back on the veterans who served us

For months, veterans organizations warned Harrisburg that failing to pass legislation regulating skill games would devastate their finances.

Pennsylvania · 1d

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NASD mulls ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone policy

Statewide ban of students’ use during school day will take effect fall 2027. A new cellphone use policy for students will be implemented in Northampton Area School District. NASD Superintendent of Schools Joseph S. Kovalchik made the announcement at the Nov. 9 board of education meeting. “The state of...

Northampton, PA · 1d

WETM 18 News

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Pennsylvania Democrats elect State Senate leadership team after party drought

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– History was made in Harrisburg today as Democrats in the State Senate elected their leadership team, ending a very long drought for the party. The Democratic Party last controlled the State Senate in 1993, and they will once again when the new session starts in January. This comes after the party secured […]

Pennsylvania · 9h

postindustrial.com

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As Democrats gain power in Pennsylvania, some business leaders wonder about moderation

In the next legislative session, Democrats in Pennsylvania will not necessarily have to compromise with Republicans to pass laws. Voters handed both chambers in the General Assembly and the governor’s office to Democratic candidates. The results were part of a nationwide “blue wave” that ousted GOP lawmakers on the...

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