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COVID Penalties Now Seen As Unjust

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is under fire from the Senate over COVID-related fines. Some senators claim the PLCB is using license renewals to penalize businesses for pandemic infractions. They say fines for minor infractions, like allowing a band to use electricity during a fundraiser, are unjust. Now, the Senate plans to introduce legislation to […]

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Hand Held Ban ‘Close’

A bill to strengthen Pennsylvania’s distracted driving laws is advancing in Harrisburg. The House Transportation Committee voted on Wednesday 19 to 6 on the Senate-passed bill that would prohibit the use of cellphones and other hand-held devices while driving.

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Almost Time To Fish For Trout

Anglers are gearing up for trout season here in Pennsylvania, with over 4 million trout stocked in waterways across the state. Key dates include the Statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day on March 30 and the Opening Day of Trout Season on April 6. For more information, consult the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s online resources.

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Big Sheetz Job Fair Today

Today is the day! With plans to hire nearly 800 new employees, Sheetz will conduct on-the-spot interviews at all 300+ PA locations today from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Prospective candidates must apply online at www.jobs.sheetz.com and then check in at the cash register when they arrive at their nearest Sheetz.

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Eclipse Expected To Cause Flight Delays

The Federal Aviation Administration is now alerting travelers of potential delays on April 8 due to the solar eclipse. With thousands expected to flock to one part of Pennsylvania where there will be a total blackout due to the eclipse… that would be Erie… along with a general increase in air traffic nationwide, airports anticipate […]

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Gas Prices Are Increasing Again

Gas prices are rising again. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular here in Pennsylvania is $3.65… up 7 cents over a week ago, up 14 cents over a month ago, and up 10 cents over a year ago…  

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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Make Sweet Proposition

Pennsylvania lawmakers, citing the iconic treat’s global recognition and economic impact, have moved to designate Hershey’s Kisses as the state’s official candy. They say it highlights Pennsylvania’s rich candy history. As the bill advances, Pennsylvania now awaits the final decision on this sweet symbol of state pride.

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A Mega Jackpot!

Here in Pennsylvania, Mega Millions players struck gold in Friday night’s drawing, with one lucky individual matching four of five numbers plus the Mega Ball and Megaplier, taking home a whopping $30,000. Additionally, five players matched four numbers plus the Mega Ball, scoring $10,000 each. The jackpot continues to climb, now reaching a staggering $1.1 […]

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Sheetz Is Hiring

Sheetz is gearing up for a massive hiring event across its Pennsylvania stores. With plans to hire nearly 800 new employees, Sheetz will conduct on-the-spot interviews at all 300+ PA locations on Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Prospective candidates must apply online beforehand at www.jobs.sheetz.com and then check in at the cash register […]

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Solar Flare Warning Issued

Space weather forecasters warn of a geomagnetic storm watch that will run through today. An outburst of plasma from a solar flare could disrupt radio transmissions. While the public needn’t fret, satellite operators and aircraft communications could experience interference.

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No Release Pending Trial For Violent Offenders If Bill Is Passed

A Pennsylvania senate bill aims to prevent violent offenders from being released before trial. It passed the judiciary committee this week and now heads to the full Senate for consideration. The legislation, spearheaded by Senator Lisa Baker, would bar non-monetary bail for those deemed a threat to public safety, including repeat violent offenders and drug […]

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Eclipse Advice

With the upcoming solar eclipse, safety concerns are on the rise. The National Weather Service at State College suggests accessing eclipse safety messages through the New York Weather Forecast office in Albany. While Pennsylvania won’t experience totality, some parts of the state will still see around 98.5% of totality. The eclipse is April 8th.

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Game Commission Releases Annual Report

Bryan Burhans, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, presented the agency’s annual report before the House Game and Fisheries Committee. Burhans said that with a mission to serve both hunters and nonhunters, the commission faces significant challenges, but remains dedicated to its responsibilities. The annual legislative report can be accessed online at www.pgc.pa.gov.

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Lottery Jackpot Closing In On $1 Billion

Here in Pennsylvania, two lucky ticket holders are celebrating after winning $20,000 each in the Mega Millions draw. Despite no jackpot winners, the prize pool inches closer to a staggering $1 billion. Three other tickets also scored big, nabbing $10,000 each. There were also more than 100,000 additional winners across the state.

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Lottery Outage Today

The Pennsylvania Lottery is upgrading its computer system, causing a temporary outage for certain ticket purchases today. During this time, players won’t be able to buy Fast Play or Draw Game tickets. Officials also say winning tickets cannot be cashed during the outage.

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