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Changes coming to electric rates June 1 in Pennsylvania
HARISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — With the summer getting closer and the temperatures starting to rise, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is reminding consumers that they are going to see changes to their electric bills. The change in rates will take effect June 1 and it is because all Pennsylvania regulated electric companies are adjusting their […]
Bill would allow more Sunday hunting in Pa.: ‘Time to end this archaic prohibition’
Busy work schedules, deer-related crop damage, and keeping the tradition of hunting alive are among the reasons Rep. Mandy Steele offered for her bill repealing the Sunday hunting ban. “It is time to end this archaic prohibition on Sunday hunting,” said the Allegheny County Democrat to her colleagues on the...
James Franklin asked Trace McSorley to testify for defense in fired team doc’s trial
A star Penn State quarterback who took the witness stand Tuesday afternoon in a fired team doctor’s lawsuit testified he was appearing for the defense at the request of head coach James Franklin. “Coach Franklin reached out about me being here today. I respect Coach Franklin a lot. I...
New mural being installed in downtown Bellefonte
Bellefonte, PA (WJAC) — Downtown Bellefonte is getting new artwork. A one-thousand-square-foot mural, located along the 100 block of Allegheny Street, next to the Waffle Shop is nearly complete. The mural was done by "Key Detail," from New York City, who have installed murals across the world. According to...
PSPCA seeks homes for neglected military or government working dogs
Representatives with the Pennsylvania SPCA are looking for homes for former military and government working dogs after the animal rescue organization saved dozens of these retired animals from a neglectful situation. In a series of posts on social media, the PSCPA shared the stories of several of the retired dogs,...
Final plans for new Patton Township hotel approved
PATTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WTAJ) – Patton Township approved the final land development plan from PennTerra at its May 22 meeting, meaning that a new hotel is on its way. The 96-room long-stay hotel is set to be located along Fox Hill Road, which is notably close to the State College Regional Airport. It will also […]
Pa. House lawmakers pass childcare cost bill, considering another
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Soaring childcare costs are causing headaches and forcing some parents to adjust their careers to take care of their kids. Last year’s state budget expanded the childcare and dependent tax credits in Pennsylvania. Legislators are eyeing more support this time around. The roar of the...
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