DEP Slaps $1.2M Fine on Fracker for Polluting Delaware Tributaries

Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection hit a natural gas driller with a $1.2 million penalty for dumping contaminants into Delaware River tributaries, threatening drinking water for millions. The enforcement action underscores ongoing fracking tensions in the Marcellus Shale region. Local residents and environmentalists demand stricter oversight amid repeated violations.

Apr 25

PA Senate OKs $200M Voucher Boost for Private Schools

Apr 25

Philadelphia Police Arrest Man in String of Armed Robberies Across Kensington

A 47-year-old man arrested Monday in Philadelphia has admitted to three armed robberies that occurred over three days, including one that ended in gunfire. The arrest marks a significant break in a violent crime spree that has plagued the Kensington neighborhood and surrounding areas.

Apr 25

Skeletal Remains Unearthed Near Philly's Wissahickon Creek, Probe Launched

Apr 25

NHL Playoff Teams Face Potential Weaknesses

NHL's top teams exhibit vulnerabilities as they approach the playoffs. Postseason opponents will aim to exploit these weaknesses. Examination of issues for leading contenders.

Apr 25

Eagles Grab Pitt DE Successor Jihaad Campbell in 2025 Draft Thriller

Apr 25

Penguins Dominate Islanders in Key Playoff Push at PPG Paints

Apr 25

Pirates Defeat Dodgers 10-6 Behind Offensive Outburst

Apr 25

Cubs Defeat Mets in 10 Innings, Extending Losing Streak

Apr 25

Hershey Lodge Hits Record Tourism Revenue in Dauphin County Boom

The Hershey Lodge and Convention Center announced a 12% surge in tourism revenue, fueled by family vacations and Chocolate World expansions. This growth underscores Dauphin County's tourism engine, generating $2.6 billion and 26,000 jobs countywide. Pennsylvania's chocolate capital sweetens the state's economy amid broader visitation records.

Apr 25

Philly Office Vacancies Hit 24% Despite Tech Hopes, Suburbs Worse

Apr 25

U.S. Steel Invests $100M in Mon Valley Plant as Nippon Partnership Accelerates

Apr 25

Hershey's $300M Plant Upgrade Powers PA Chocolate Legacy

Apr 25

PA Allegheny Trails Fuel Record Tourism Boom

Apr 25

Philly School District Slashes Closures, Boosts Upgrades in $3B Plan

The School District of Philadelphia has unveiled final tweaks to its ambitious facilities master plan, cutting proposed school closures from 20 to 17 while expanding modernizations to 169 buildings at a cost of $3 billion. Facing a pivotal board vote Thursday, the changes aim to address aging infrastructure and community concerns in the city's aging schools. Superintendent Tony B. Watlington Sr. presented the updates Monday, signaling a major reinvestment in public education.[1][2][7]

Apr 25

Meuser Brings $250K to Penn College's Forest Products Training

Apr 25

Shapiro's $50M Push Targets Rural PA Mental Health Crisis

Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled a $50 million initiative to bolster mental health services in Pennsylvania's underserved rural counties, where access lags far behind urban areas. The program builds on bipartisan budget wins and federal funding to bring crisis care closer to home for 26% of Pennsylvanians living rurally. From Altoona to the Northern Tier, it's a lifeline amid rising behavioral health needs.

Apr 25

CDC Provides Update on Novel Coronavirus Response

Apr 25

Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice

Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.

Apr 25

Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences

Apr 25

The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)

Apr 25

The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?

Apr 25

Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World

Apr 25

Get the Homestead Exemption

Philadelphia homeowners living in their primary residence are eligible for the Homestead Exemption, which reduces the taxable portion of their property's assessed value.

Apr 25

Fairfield County Celebrates Administrative Professionals Day and Week

Apr 25

Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources Seeks Volunteers for Key Programs

Apr 25

Local Area Fire Department Seeks New Firefighter/EMT

Apr 25

Board of County Commissioners - Agenda

Apr 25

Special Forces Soldier Charged With Trading Classified Intel on Maduro Raid

A U.S. Special Forces soldier involved in January's operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been arrested and charged with using classified information to profit over $400,000 on prediction markets. Federal prosecutors allege the soldier placed multiple bets on Polymarket before the operation, raising serious national security concerns and sparking a broader investigation into insider trading on political outcomes.

Apr 25

Green Beret Busted Betting on Classified Strikes

Apr 25

Iran Seizes Ships Linked to Trump, Macron Allies in Hormuz Standoff

Apr 25

Special Forces Soldier Charged in $400K Insider Bet on Maduro Raid

Apr 25

DOJ Greenlights Firing Squads to Accelerate Federal Executions

Apr 25