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Firework safety tips heading into summer celebrations

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​Allentown, PA – As millions of Pennsylvanians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, State Fire Commissioner Bruce Trego joined local leaders and the Burn Prevention Network (BPN) in urging residents to take the necessary steps to protect both their loved ones and property. “We say it... Read More.

Possible crowding at state parks this holiday weekend

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​Harrisburg, PA -- Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn reminded potential state park visitors to plan ahead for the three-day holiday weekend, which could bring crowded conditions to parks throughout the commonwealth. “DCNR is expecting a busy Fourth of July... Read More.

PA urges safe driving, boating, fireworks over holiday weekend

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Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner held a media event at the Fort Hunter boat launch urging safe and responsible celebration ahead of the... Read More.

BUI: Boating under the influence checkpoints underway

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Harrisburg, PA – During the extended Independence Day weekend and throughout the summer, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) waterways conservation officers (WCO) will be focusing on keeping boaters safe by keeping impaired boaters off the water. From July 2-4, WCOs will participate in Read More.

July 4 is Fish For Free Day in Pennsylvania

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Harrisburg, PA – It's summer, so why not enjoy a day of fishing with your family? Independence Day, July 4, is a Fish for Free day in Pennsylvania. It’s your chance to legally fish on Pennsylvania waterways with no fishing license required. Both Pennsylvania residents and... Read More.

Gov. Wolf vetoes Voting Rights Protection Act

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Harrisburg, PA – At the same time that Governor Tom Wolf signed the state budget into law, he refused to sign and vetoed a bill known as the Voting Rights Protection Act, or House Bill 1300. It had passed in the House and Senate, and... Read More.

PennDOT drivers license centers closed for Independence Day holiday

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Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including the Riverfront Office Center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, July 3, through Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of... Read More.

DEP celebrates 1,000 electric vehicle chargers installed statewide

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Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Patrick McDonnell announced that 1,000 Level 2 electric vehicle chargers have been installed statewide with funding from the DEP Driving PA Forward program. McDonnell celebrated the milestone at Neighbors & Smith retail center in... Read More.