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Cranberry Township McDonald's franchise owner fined over child labor violations
The Cranberry Township-based company that operates five McDonald’s restaurants in the region has been fined for violating federal child labor regulations. The U.S. Department of Labor said it found that Endor Inc. employed 34 children to work later and longer than permitted by law. The department’s Wage and Hour...
OC Man Charged with Reckless Endangerment After High Levels of THC Detected Following Car Crash
SENECA, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man is facing multiple criminal charges after his blood was allegedly found to contain high levels of THC following a car crash. Court documents indicate that Franklin-based Pennsylvania State Police filed criminal charges against 54-year-old Daniel Keith Lawrence, of Oil City, on November 16, in Magisterial District Judge Patrick E. Lowrey’s office.
Morning Roundup: Police charge woman in domestic incident in Marshall-Shadeland; city warming center to open
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Tuesday, Nov. 28:. Police charge woman in domestic incident in Marshall-Shadeland. One person was arrested after police responded Monday to a domestic violence incident in Pittsburgh’s Marshall-Shadeland neighborhood. Pittsburgh police were dispatched to the 2800 block of Stayton...
Mars, Pennsylvania: A Small Town's Cosmic Celebration
Nestled in Butler County, Pennsylvania, the town of Mars has become synonymous with its most distinctive feature: a silver spaceship. This landmark isn't just an homage to the town's name; it's a celebration of humanity's cosmic curiosities. Since its installation in the town center in 1998, the spaceship constructed from two oil tanks has captivated locals and tourists alike with its science fiction aesthetic and robust 3,000-pound structure.
Jury hears trademark case from Grove City maker of 'Chocolate Moonshine' fudge
A jury is hearing evidence in a four-year-long legal battle over a “secret” fudge recipe used by a Mercer County business. A trial began Monday in the U.S. District Court in Pittsburgh to decide if the ex-wife of Christopher Warman and others have been using Warman’s “Chocolate Moonshine” fudge recipe and infringing on the trademark.
Mars Area students observe open-heart surgery
PITTSBURGH — While Allegheny General Hospital staff methodically worked their way through a lifesaving surgery last week, 12 local students pressed their faces to the observation windows up above. The only hospital in Western Pennsylvania with a functioning observation room, Allegheny General Hospital opened its doors to Mars Area...
This is the drunkest city in Pennsylvania state
PHILADELPHIA - You’ll never guess what is considered the drunkest city in Pennsylvania. 24/7WallSt, a financial news website, looked at the percentage of men and women over the age of 18 who reported heavy or binge-drinking in metros across the United States. In Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh ranked #1 with 23%...
These Are The Best Suburbs Near Pittsburgh, PA
Living in the best suburbs near Pittsburgh, PA, offers an ideal blend of serene suburban living and the vibrant energy of a bustling city. These suburbs, acclaimed as some of the best near Pittsburgh, PA, cater to a diverse range of preferences, whether one seeks the tranquility of a close-knit community or the convenience of urban amenities within a stone's throw.
Armstrong to begin work in Seven Fields
Armstrong has notified Seven Fields residents an improvement project will begin in the borough Dec. 4. A letter to residents called it “the largest network upgrade in company history,” replacing the provider’s current cable infrastructure with fiber-optic cable. “This is the first phase of our project,” the...
Turnpike buys $1.8M property for widening project
In another concrete step toward the widening of Rochester Road, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has purchased a $1.8 million property near its intersection with the Turnpike’s overpass. “Due to commercial development along Rochester Road, it was decided to acquire it in advance,” said Crispin Havener, Turnpike spokesman. He...
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Puppies Up for Adoption in pittsburgh, PA
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around pittsburgh..
Pittsburgh region forecast to see milder winter than usual
People in the Pittsburgh region may be waking up Tuesday morning to a light dusting of snow, but the region is behind on its annual average for the white stuff — and it might see less of it this winter, according to the National Weather Service in Moon. NWS...
New Kensington woman accused of locking 2 kids out in cold, leaving toddler unattended inside
New Kensington police accused a woman of locking her two school-age children outside in the cold and leaving her naked toddler unattended with water boiling on the stove after getting drunk and falling asleep. Police said she also spit on an officer and threatened to kill another officer and his...
Pittsburgh Drivers Are Being Charged Thousands of Dollars to Get Cars Towed After Crashes
The last thing you want after a car crash is to be forced to pay thousands of dollars to get your car towed. As unbelievable as it might sound to you, this has happened to different Pittsburgh drivers who crashed their cars and needed the services of a car towing company.
Slippery Rock Man Hits Big At Casino
A Slippery Rock man will be having quite the holiday season after winning thousands of dollars at Live! Casino Pittsburgh in Hempfield Township. Thomas Kuzora of Slippery Rock won $130,000 after winning the jackpot on the Wheel of Fortune Machine. Between Friday November 10 and Monday November 13 over $880,000...
Pennsylvania Water Utility Attacked by Iranian Linked Cyberterrorists, More Planned
ALIQUIPPA, PA – The Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa revealed a cyberattack on one of its booster stations by an Iranian-backed group, Cyber Av3ngers. Matthew Mottes, the board’s chairman, reported…
TSA officers stop man in Pennsylvania airport from taking loaded gun onto flight
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WHTM) — The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that TSA officers at a Pennsylvania airport prevented a man from carrying his loaded gun to a flight. The TSA stated that the incident occurred on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Pittsburgh International Airport. The .380 caliber handgun was loaded with seven bullets and one […]