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A graphic for Centre County Democrats’ Election Night Party featured a blue wave — and few realized just how prescient that would become Tuesday night. Democrats made historic election gains across much of Pennsylvania and the country. They’re now set to control the commonwealth’s “trifecta” — meaning Pennsylvania’s governorship, state House and state Senate — for the first time in 33 years. Nationally, the Dems also took control of both the U.S. House and Senate. By the end of Tuesday night, some even labeled it a “ blue tsunami .” “I think it might’ve even exceeded my expectations,” Gov. Josh Shapiro, who also easily won reelection, told CBS on Wednesday morning . Centre County Dems’ Tuesday night party at Hyatt Place State College proved lively, with an energized crowd clapping along to blue gains announced on CNN. They applauded when Annie Andrews flipped a South Carolina Senate seat to blue for the first time in more than 20 years, and they undoubtedly celebrated when Kansas elected a Democratic U.S. senator for the first time since 1932. But, despite the local celebration, no red seats flipped blue in Centre County. U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Howard, and state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff, R-Bellefonte,
Dead alkaline batteries from your remote can go out with your regular trash. That one’s easy. Not everything in your garage or basement gets the same pass, though. These are the things Pennsylvanians can’t legally put out with the household trash. Note: This is general information, not legal...
Next time you go hiking in Bucks County, be sure to pack a hammer and don’t be alarmed if you hear eerie sounds coming from deep inside the woods. No, these noises are not made by humans, animals, or even the movement of trees, but rather by a group of stationary boulders that emit a […]
One Pennsylvania town on this list was renamed after an Olympic champion who never set foot in it while he was alive. That kind of oddball backstory is exactly what draws buyers today. Old main streets, historic homes, and walkable downtowns are getting a second look. Some of these towns...
Centre County residents went to the polls Tuesday to vote on key races in federal and state government. By late Tuesday night, unofficial results showed that every incumbent will return to office, with Republican U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson and state Reps. Scott Conklin, Paul Takac and Kerry Benninghoff all winning reelection. The Associated Press called all four races by 11 p.m., though results remain unofficial until certified. Here’s what to know about Election Day in Centre County: Thompson secured a 10th consecutive term in the 15th Congressional District, beating Democrat Ray Bilger by more than 25 percentage points . The Howard native had 159,036 votes (63.5%) to Bilger’s 91,374 (36.5%) with an estimated 87% of votes counted as of 10:35 p.m. Tuesday. All three state House incumbents held their seats in Harrisburg : Conklin, D-Rush Township, defeated Michelle Schellberg in the 77th District; Takac, D-College Township, won his third term against Kirsten McTernan in the 82nd; and Benninghoff, R-Bellefonte, defeated John Zangari in the 171st. Unofficial vote totals as of 11 p.m. Tuesday showed Conklin with 67.5%, Takac with 61.9% and Benninghoff with 66.5%. Gov. Josh Shapiro also easily won reelection statewide over Republican challenger Stacy Garrity. Voters interviewed at
Pennsylvania offers residents a wide range of lifestyles, from bustling metropolitan areas to quiet suburban neighborhoods … 10 Pennsylvania Towns With the Lowest Crime Rates to Consider in 2026 Read more
Covered bridges are typically visited for their scenic beauty, but that’s not the case with Herline Covered Bridge, one of the most allegedly haunted places in Pennsylvania. In fact, this particular destination has been associated with a haunted legend for over 150 years. And while the bridge is certainly picturesque, what inspires lore is the […]
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information The November 3 election dramatically changed the outlook for recreational marijuana legalization in several states, with Democratic victories removing longstanding political obstacles and creating new … Continue reading The post States Most Likely to Legalize Recreational Marijuana in 2027 Following Historic Election Results appeared first on The Marijuana Herald .
The best Christmas towns in the Mid-Atlantic turn their main streets into holiday destinations, with tree lightings, parades, markets, house tours and a lot of twinkle. We picked seven in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia, chosen for holiday atmosphere, distinctive seasonal programming and how well they work for a day trip or weekend. Published 2026 dates are checked against official event and tourism websites.
One of these towns is the only incorporated town in its entire state. Every other community there is a city, a borough, or a township, which makes that one a true oddball. I love that kind of quirky trivia. It hints that small places can carry big personalities, even when the price tags stay modest.
Get ready for a new tolling method on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in 2027.
At the bottom of a ravine in Forbes State Forest, Eric Harder stood above clear water running over what looked like the perfect stream. “Blue Hole Creek is, I would say, Southwest Pennsylvania famous,” said Harder. The stream flows east off a ridge, passing a popular backpacking trail, and...
Not everyone has switched on their heat yet, but it’s not too early to think about ways to afford those high utility bills that arrive in the colder months. Applications are now being accepted for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, better known as LIHEAP. Qualifying homeowners and renters can receive grants of between $200 and $1,000 to cover heating costs. The money is sent directly to the recipient’s utility company and does not need to be repaid.
Long before his family built one of America’s largest department store chains, a young immigrant arrived with little money and began selling household goods door to door. His journey took him to Pennsylvania, where he walked between farms carrying merchandise on his back. Solomon Boscov eventually turned those humble...
SELINSGROVE, Pa. (WHTM) — Certain students in some local counties will have tuition covered if they choose to go to a certain Pennsylvania college. Susquehanna University is offering to cover tuition for eligible students from Dauphin, Mifflin, Juniata and Perry counties in our area as part of what they’re calling the “Susquehanna Tuition Pledge.” It […]
Latino voters have shifted back to the left in the midterm elections, helping Democrats achieve significant victories nationwide. (AP video by Tassanee Vejpongsa)
State and local leaders have strongly condemned a protest planned for this weekend in Philadelphia that targets Jewish-owned businesses, calling it antisemitic and unacceptable.
The blue wave reached every corner of Pennsylvania in Tuesday’s election. That includes the Lehigh Valley, Scranton, the Harrisburg area, the Philadelphia suburbs and some of the most Republican parts of the state. In unofficial returns from the Pennsylvania Department of State, every Pennsylvania congressional district with a contested...
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Veterans Day 2026 is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and businesses across the country are recognizing veterans and active-duty military members with free meals, discounts, and special offers. Here are some of the deals veterans and military members can find throughout Central Pennsylvania. Restaurants: Retail discounts: Personal care: Other Veterans Day offers: Veterans should […]
