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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

Pennsylvania's Skill Games: A Hidden Cost to the Community

Pennsylvania is grappling with a growing issue: skill games. These machines, scattered across gas stations and local eateries, have become a hot topic. The state's highest court recently weighed in, questioning whether these games are harmless fun or a sneaky form of gambling. The justices noted tha

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Dec 15 2025WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: Pennsylvania's Weather Rollercoaster

Pennsylvania is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. It's not just about the cold. It's about the constant changes. First, the cold. It's sticking around. A Cold Weather Advisory is in place until Monday morning. The wind is making it feel even colder. Light snow is falling in some mountain ar

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Dec 15 2025WEATHER

Bracing for the Big Chill: Pennsylvania's Sudden Temperature Drop

Pennsylvania is in for a rough ride this week. After a recent snowfall, a frigid arctic blast is sweeping through the central part of the state. This isn't just any cold snap; it's bringing dangerously low temperatures and strong winds that could make it feel even colder. The National Weather Servi

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Dec 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pennsylvania's Busy Environmental Agenda: What's Happening Now?

Pennsylvania is buzzing with environmental activities. Lawmakers have packed schedules for the coming months. The Senate and House of Representatives have planned voting sessions from January through June. They will discuss important topics like the state budget and environmental protection. On Dec

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Dec 13 2025EDUCATION

Upcoming Food Science Courses at Penn State: What You Need to Know

Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences is set to launch a series of short courses in 2026, aimed at professionals in the food industry. These courses will focus on the latest advancements in food science and safety. The goal is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to exc

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Dec 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pennsylvania's Environmental and Energy Events: What You Need to Know

Pennsylvania is buzzing with environmental and energy-related activities. The state's Senate and House have packed schedules for 2025 and 2026, with numerous voting and committee meetings planned. These sessions will tackle important issues, including budget discussions and environmental regulations

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Gambling Apps: A Hidden Crisis in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Pennsylvania and New Jersey are facing a growing problem with gambling addiction, especially through online apps. Many people are struggling with huge debts and financial ruin. The issue is getting worse as more people bet on sports and play casino games on their phones. In 2024, online gambling br

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Taxpayer Funds and Security: What's Really Going On?

Pennsylvania's Governor, Josh Shapiro, is under scrutiny. A committee in the state legislature, led by Republicans, has decided to dig deeper into how Shapiro is using public money. They want to know about the security upgrades made to his private home. This comes after a firebombing incident at his

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Dec 03 2025BUSINESS

Pennsylvania's Drink Sales Hit a Slump

Pennsylvania's wine and spirit sales have taken a hit, marking only the second time in 30 years this has happened. The latest figures show a drop to $3. 16 billion for the fiscal year 2024-25, a small but notable decrease from the previous year. This decline is part of a bigger trend. People are cha

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Dec 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Companies Can Help Nature: A Look at Three Ways to Measure Biodiversity

Businesses can play a big role in protecting nature. They can help stop biodiversity loss. This is part of a bigger goal to make the world a better place for nature. One way to do this is by following the mitigation hierarchy. This means avoiding and reducing harm to nature. If harm can't be avoided

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