Complaints about privacy as PA considers hand-marked ballots

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — As many Pennsylvania counties consider adopting new hand-marked ballot voting systems, a persistent criticism is a perceived loss of privacy in polling places when filling them out and scanning them. State lawmakers raised those complaints Wednesday with Gov. Tom Wolf's top... Read More.

Practice today for Junior Scholastic Challenge

DuBois, PA – Today is the practice for local students who will be competing in a battle of wits! The Junior Scholastic Challenge, which is now in its 23rd year, will actually take place next Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Penn State DuBois. The... Read More.

Cloe Lake in Jefferson County will get funding for dam repairs

Harrisburg, PA – Several lakes throughout Pennsylvania will get state funding to repair hazardous dams, including Cloe Lake in Jefferson County. Governor Tom Wolf announced the release of $23.8 million in funding for a comprehensive, multi-year $43.5 million plan to repair 10 hazardous dams managed... Read More.

Grants available from PLCB to discourage underage drinking

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) is now accepting applications for grants to fund programs that discourage and reduce underage and dangerous drinking and promote a message of responsible alcohol consumption by those of legal drinking age. Eligible grant applicants include Pennsylvania... Read More.