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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 2025WEATHER

Snowy Surprises: Pennsylvania's Tuesday Morning Forecast

Pennsylvania is bracing for a snowy Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service in State College has issued warnings. Several counties in central Pennsylvania are under a Winter Weather Advisory. These counties include Adams, Blair, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lanca

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Nov 29 2025BUSINESS

Pennsylvania's New Laws: More Money for Music and Rules for Storage

Pennsylvania just made some big changes to how it supports live music and oversees storage units. The governor recently approved a new law that does two main things. First, it makes it easier for concert venues to get tax breaks. Second, it sets clear rules for self-service storage places. The law

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Nov 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Pennsylvania Wins Big with HBO's Task Season 2

Pennsylvania is making a big deal out of HBO's crime drama "Task. " The state just gave the show a huge tax credit of $49. 8 million. This is the biggest tax credit Pennsylvania has ever given to a single production. The show's star, Mark Ruffalo, will be back for the second season. This investment

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Nov 23 2025OPINION

Pennsylvania's Energy Potential Stifled by Old Rules

Pennsylvania is a big deal in the energy world. It's the second-largest natural gas producer in the U. S. , right behind Texas. The state also exports a lot of coal. Recently, U. S. Sen. Dave McCormick hosted an event focusing on AI and energy. This event showed how important Pennsylvania is for the

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Nov 16 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather: Rain, Snow, and Wind in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. It all starts with rain and thunderstorms moving across the state today. The Harrisburg area can expect some rain this afternoon and evening, but don't worry, the day will start off partly sunny. Temperatures will hover in the upper 50s during

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Nov 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pennsylvania's Plastic Problem: Health and Safety at Stake

Pennsylvania is home to a growing petrochemical industry, but at what cost? The state's residents are paying a high price for the plastic produced by facilities like Shell's plant in Beaver County. This plant, which received millions in tax breaks, has not only underperformed economically but has al

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Nov 03 2025EDUCATION

A College's Fight for Survival: Valley Forge's Controversial Move

Valley Forge Military College is in serious trouble. Money problems and a shrinking student body have left it struggling to stay open. Now, the school's leaders are considering a risky plan to join President Trump's conservative college initiative. This initiative, called the Compact for Academic E

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