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Pennsylvania borough goes solar through nonprofit program
Solar Power World
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July 22, 2025
Whitehall Borough near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has officially made the switch to solar energy with the help of nonprofit the Pennsylvania Solar Center’s G.E.T. Solar program. G.E.T. provides free technical assistance and financial guidance to...
Talen Energy announces purchase of Moxie Freedom Energy Center in Salem Twp.
Times Leader - Pennsylvania
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July 26, 2025
WILKES-BARRE — Talen Energy Corporation, a leading independent power producer, announced it signed definitive agreements to acquire Caithness Energy’s Moxie Freedom Energy Center (“Moxie”) in Salem Township and Caithness Energy and BlackRock’s...
Pennsylvania gambling industry generated record $6.4B in past year
Pocono Record - Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania's gambling revenue reached a record $6.4 billion since July 2024, surpassing the previous record by over $500 million. Online gaming generated $2.48 billion, becoming the largest gambling revenue source, exceeding slot machines for...
How bad is it for Democrats? Joe Biden looks like the glory days.
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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Forget a tale of two cities, the vast differences between today's two major political parties is far more relevant. A recent Wall Street Journal survey shows that the Democratic Party got its lowest rating from voters in 35 years. Despite...
Pennsylvania touting its 5-year outdoor blueprint
Times News - Pennsylvania
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On Saturday, members from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources joined local officials and community partners at Culliton Park in Lancaster to celebrate the commonwealth’s second annual Outdoors for All Day and unveil the...
Tatum: Landmark legislation to change the face of hunting in Pennsylvania
Standard Speaker - Pennsylvania
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July 26, 2025
Legislation that will fully repeal Pennsylvania’s Sunday hunting ban was signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro, marking a historic day for Pennsylvania hunters and the future of wildlife conservation in the Commonwealth. “The Pennsylvania Game...
Bombshell new investigation into Pennsylvania's Roswell as mystery of UFO crash deepens
Daily Mail
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July 26, 2025
An eyewitness to the supposed crash-landing of a UFO in a small Pennsylvania town nearly 60 years ago now claims investigators have made new, startling discoveries about the incident. On December 9, 1965, people in seven US states and Canada...
Pennsylvania gambling revenue hits record $6.4 billion in fiscal 2024-25
Yogonet International
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July 21, 2025
Pennsylvania’s legal gambling industry reached a new milestone in the 2024/25 fiscal year, generating record gross revenue of nearly $6.4 billion, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) said last week. The figure, totaling $6.39 billion for...
Pennsylvania House Republicans limit liability for donating food past recommended label date
Keystone Today - Pennsylvania
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July 21, 2025
The Pennsylvania House Republicans have announced a new law aimed at limiting liability for donating food past its recommended label date. The initiative is designed to encourage more food donations and reduce waste. The announcement was made on...
Pennsylvania State Police to hold Sunny Day Camp in September
Williamsport Sun-Gazette - Pennsylvania
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State police will hold their Sunny Day Camp from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at the Lycoming County Fairgrounds in Hughesville, trooper Lauren Lesher announced in an email to media outlets. Children and adults of all ages with special...
Grandma celebrates her 100th birthday in gym: Shares her one tip and supplement list that she credits for her longevity
The Times of India
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August 4, 2025
Credit: Instagram/ @athena_coroneos Not everyone makes it till 100, and even if they do, most picture their 100th birthday as a quiet affair, surrounded by family, and a big chocolate cake! But for one centenarian, it's a big NO! Meet Mary...
Pennsylvania reports record $6.4 billion in gambling revenue
Philly Voice
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July 21, 2025
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported a record $6.4 billion in revenue during the fiscal year that ended in June, crediting online gaming for most of the gains at the state's casinos. The revenue figures reported Monday include a...
Pennsylvania Opens Second, Final Round of BEAD Applications
Government Technology
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July 21, 2025
(TNS) — Brandon Carson , Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority executive director announced this week that the second and final round of applications for the Commonwealth's $1.16 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program is...
Pennsylvania church youth aid Helene recovery in Haywood County
WLOS - North Carolina
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WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Repair and clean up from Helene is an ongoing task and church youth groups from around the country are lending a helping hand. Some are completing their mission in a small community in Haywood County. One church group...
Talen Energy (TLN) Gains Following Strategic Acquisition
Yahoo Finance
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The share price of Talen Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:TLN) surged by 16.94% between July 15 and July 22, 2025, putting it among the Energy Stocks that Gained the Most This Week. Talen Energy (TLN) Gains Following Strategic Acquisition High-voltage...
Policy committee addresses Pennsylvania's child care crisis with upcoming hearing
Lower Bucks Today - Pennsylvania
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July 25, 2025
State Rep. Joe Hogan | Pennsylvania 142nd Legislative DistrictState Rep. Joe Hogan | Pennsylvania 142nd Legislative District House Republican Policy Committee Vice Chairman Kristin Marcell, along with Representatives Shelby Labs and Joe Hogan,...
Pennsylvania House Democrats Ask Voters To Pressure Senators To Pass A Marijuana Legalization Bill
Marijuana Moment
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July 21, 2025
House Democrats in Pennsylvania are calling on voters to pressure state senators to sign off on a House-passed bill that would legalize marijuana and sell the drug through state-owned stores, saying the reform would benefit health and safety and...
Pennsylvania House Bill Takes Aim at Private Equity in Health Care
JD Supra - California
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July 21, 2025
Both the CentePending legislation in the Pennsylvania General Assembly seeks to limit the impact of private equity on health care in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1460, titled the “Health System Protection Act,” passed with bipartisan support through...
Pennsylvania GOP advances bill to make commonwealth a leader in AI and data center development
Keystone Today - Pennsylvania
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July 21, 2025
The Pennsylvania GOP has announced the advancement of a landmark bill aimed at positioning Pennsylvania as a national leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and data center development. The announcement was made on the social media platform X....
46th Industrial softball tourney is set for Aug. 15-17
Times Observer - Pennsylvania
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The 46th annual Terry F. Ristau Memorial Industrial Softball Tournament will be held Friday through Sunday, Aug. 15-17, at Betts Park. The entry fee of $350 and rosters on company letterhead must be submitted no later than Aug. 8. Rosters can be...