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Pennsylvania wants to fund stadium upgrades
The Review - Ohio
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LONG POND, Pa. — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declined to get into specifics on the potential for the state to provide funding for any new sports arenas — a possibility that looms with the Eagles’ lease set to expire in 2032 — and said there...
Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Fayette County in week ending July 12?
Laurel Highlands Today - Pennsylvania
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July 17, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Fayette County selling...
Update: Flash flood warning for Pennsylvania predicted to expire at 9:15 p.m.
Lehigh Valley Live - Pennsylvania
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July 1, 2025
The warning was active for Berks, Bucks and Lehigh counties. "The heavy rain has ended. Flash flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures. A more targeted Flood Warning was just issued as some...
LinkedIn ranks Pensacola metro area as one of the top mid-size U.S. cities on the rise
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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Pensacola was ranked by LinkedIn as one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S. in its inaugural “cities on the rise” list. Pensacola has drawn in professionals, homebuyers and manufacturing companies en masse since the COVID-19...
Lagos govt joins African Cultural Festival to drive tourism
Tribune Online
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July 1, 2025
Lagos State Government has entered into a strategic partnership with the African Cultural Festival ahead of its 2025 edition, noting that such collaboration was necessary to keep reinforcing Lagos’ global cultural presence while deepening diaspora...
Severe storms trigger 'life-threatening' Flash Flood Emergency in central Pennsylvania
FOX Weather
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July 1, 2025
Roads were covered in water near Mountville, Pennsylvania during flash flood emergency late Monday evening. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. – The National Weather Service office in State College, Pennsylvania, issued a rare Flash Flood Emergency warning of...
Lagos joins African Cultural Festival to drive tourism, deepen diaspora ties
Eagle Online
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July 1, 2025
The Lagos State Government has announced a strategic partnership with African Cultural Festival ahead of its 2025 edition. The international cultural exchange themed, “Africa to the World: Culture, Creativity, and Collaboration,” will begin with...
America's Most Beautiful Amtrak Station Is In A Surprising City
The Travel
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July 14, 2025
When booking Amtrak tickets to venture from one city to the next, it's not likely that "train station aesthetic" is the first or even second priority for the traveler. After all, why would it matter that a train station looks like a work of art...
“I just want to go home”: Fetterman complains that budget vote is wrecking his vacation plans
Salon
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June 30, 2025
The GOP is considering a bill that could balloon the deficit while taking a chainsaw to the social safety net. Naturally, Sen. John Fetterman is worrying about his vacation. The Democrat from Pennsylvania complained to reporters about missing his...
Severe storms, flash flooding snarls travel along I-95 corridor from Washington to Philadelphia
FOX Weather
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July 1, 2025
Flash flooding is possible as severe storms take aim at the northeast. Damaging winds are also expected from this round of storms. A sweeping cold front made for an active Tuesday along the Northeast's Interstate 95 corridor, spawning numerous...
Beach Blues: Pennsylvania Sen. Fetterman’s Vacation Derailed By “Big, Beautiful Bill”
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
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June 30, 2025
Pennsylvania Senator expresses exasperation as marathon voting session delays his family’s beach plans. Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) complained Monday that the long-lasting voting on Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” interrupted his family beach...
Severe thunderstorm watch for Pennsylvania until Tuesday night
Lehigh Valley Live - Pennsylvania
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July 1, 2025
On Tuesday at 1:01 p.m. a severe thunderstorm watch was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 9 p.m. for Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe and Northampton counties. Shielding yourself from approaching lightning: Expert safety...
Driving the Workday: The Third Circuit Clarifies Compensable Travel Time Under the FLSA
JD Supra - California
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June 30, 2025
Key Points: Travel during the workday between clients’ homes is compensable under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The key is whether the employee is considered on-duty at the time of travel—that is, whether the employee can use the time effectively...
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro remains steadfast on no state money for new arenas
Standard Speaker - Pennsylvania
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June 22, 2025
LONG POND — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro reaffirmed the state would provide no funding for any new sports arenas — a possibility that looms with the Eagles’ lease set to expire in 2032 — and said there were conversations about bringing NASCAR to...
Outdoors: Tuna fishing is hot at the shore
Northampton Press - Pennsylvania
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Published July 17. 2025 10:03AM If heading to the Jersey shore for vacation, be aware that offshore tuna fishing is hot right now. According to my fishing reporters from On the Water Magazine, offshore fishing is one of the most intense and...
Pennsylvania governor to work with Eagles, Steelers on stadium needs
6 ABC Action News
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June 22, 2025
LONG POND, Pa. -- Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declined to get into specifics on the potential for the state to provide funding for any new sports arenas -- a possibility that looms with the Eagles' lease set to expire in 2032 -- and said there...
Brotherhood and basketball combine to reunite Cherry Point Dream Team All-Stars
Sun Journal - North Carolina
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Nearly two dozen Marine veterans recently traveled to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point in Havelock with a singular mission stirred by their collective passion for brotherhood and basketball. They call it the Dream Team Reunion, and the...
From Wheaton Park to NBA, Dennis Scott is a Hagerstown success story
Herald Mail Media - Maryland
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Former NBA star Dennis Scott was awarded the key to the city of Hagerstown, Maryland, where he grew up. Scott, nicknamed "3-D," is known for his 3-point shooting prowess, holding the NBA single-season record for a decade. He reflected on his...
Paranormal investigator dies suddenly while on tour with 'possessed' Annabelle doll
Irish Mirror
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July 17, 2025
The supernatural community is mourning the loss of esteemed ghost hunter Dan Rivera, who was also the guardian of the notoriously haunted Annabelle doll. Sadly, Rivera died at the age of 54 at the weekend while touring with the doll. The respected...
PA Turnpike ready for busy Fourth of July travel
Times Leader - Pennsylvania
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June 30, 2025
WILKES-BARRE — As travelers get ready to celebrate America’s 249th birthday with fireworks, parades and barbecues, officials with the Pennsylvania Turnpike are preparing for a busy holiday travel period. The PA Turnpike projects that more than...