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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Sewickley Borough Releases 2024 Spring Newsletter
The Borough of Sewickley has released its 2024 Spring Newsletter, providing residents with important updates and local information.
Today's Sections
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →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 29
Philadelphia Police Arrest Suspect in Violent North Philly Home Invasion
Apr 29
Community Sports
Read Section →Cubs Defeat Mets in 10 Innings, Extending Losing Streak
The Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Mets 2-1 in 10 innings, extending the Mets' losing streak to 11 games. Nico Hoerner's sacrifice fly secured the win for Chicago.
Apr 29
Eagles Grab Pitt DE Successor Jihaad Campbell in 2025 Draft Thriller
Apr 29
Tahaad Pettiford to Return to Auburn for Junior Season
Apr 29
Yankees Sweep Red Sox in Boston
Apr 29
Fantasy Football Analysts Project 2026 Rookie Performance
Apr 29
Local Business
Read Section →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 29
U.S. Steel Invests $100M in Mon Valley Plant as Nippon Partnership Accelerates
Apr 29
PA Unemployment Hits 3-Year Low at 4.2%, Fuels Job Boom
Apr 29
FIFA Frees 2,000 Philly Hotel Rooms as World Cup Nears
Apr 29
Skyrocketing Gas Prices Squeeze Philly Trucking, Aviation Firms
Apr 29
Schools & Kids
Read Section →Meuser Brings $250K to Penn College's Forest Products Training
U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser has secured $250,000 in federal funding for Pennsylvania College of Technology's Forest Products Training Center, supporting facility upgrades and equipment that will prepare students and workers for careers in timber production management. The investment through Interior and Environment appropriations will modernize the center's capabilities across the Lycoming County campus.
Apr 29
Top 25 College Football Teams: Strengths and Weaknesses Overview
Apr 29
Health & Wellness
Read Section →CDC Study Links Socioeconomic Factors to Suicide Rates
A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report indicates a correlation between local socioeconomic conditions and suicide rates. Counties exhibiting broader health insurance coverage, internet access, and higher incomes appear to have lower suicide incidence. The findings may inform prevention strategies.
Apr 29
First U.S. Ebola Case Confirmed, CDC Announces
Apr 29
Daily Fun
Read Section →Unlock the Universe: The Fibonacci Sequence in Your Everyday Life
Ever notice how nature seems to follow a secret code? Prepare to be amazed as we uncover the magical Fibonacci sequence and its surprising presence all around us.
Apr 29
Bridging the Divide: Cross-Platform Strategies for Maximum Impact
Apr 29
The Streaming Sea: Navigating the Ever-Shifting Tides of Content
Apr 29
Streaming Services: A New Dimension of Binge-Watching
Apr 29
Bridging the Divide: Cross-Platform Harmony in a Disconnected World
Apr 29
State News
Read Section →Board of County Commissioners - Agenda
Local Area residents can now access Board of County Commissioners agendas from prior to 2019 by contacting the Auditor's office at 701-662-7021.
Apr 29
Manheim Township Announces Road Closures for Milling and Paving
Apr 29
Penguins Dominate Islanders in Key Playoff Push at PPG Paints
Apr 29
CDC Provides Update on Novel Coronavirus Response
Apr 29
Pirates Defeat Dodgers 10-6 Behind Offensive Outburst
Apr 29
National
Read Section →Cicada COVID Variant Fuels 15% U.S. Case Spike, Alarms CDC
A highly mutated COVID-19 strain known as BA.3.2, or 'Cicada,' is surging across the U.S., driving a 15% national increase in cases and appearing in wastewater from 25 states. Health officials warn its 70-plus spike protein mutations could dodge vaccines and prior immunity, echoing past variant waves. As spring looms, experts brace for a potential summer surge.
Apr 29
Cat 4 Hurricane Helene Barrels Toward Florida Big Bend
Apr 29
Supreme Court Tackles Post-Dobbs Abortion Clash in Landmark Hearing
Apr 29
Aldean's 'Agree to Disagree' Rule Keeps Marriage Strong Amid Clashes
Apr 29
Study Links Long-Term Artificial Sweetener Use to Body Fat Gain
Apr 29
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