Texas lawmaker urges federal government to mandate water breaks for outdoor workers Wednesday, July 26 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- As a dangerous heat wave continues to plague tens of millions of Americans across the country, one Texas lawmaker is pushing for heat protections, including water breaks, for those who work outside in the brutal conditions.Rep. Greg Casar, a Democrat, organized a so-called... Read More.
New Texas law will get rid of water breaks for outdoor workers amid extreme heat Wednesday, June 21 by ABC News(AUSTIN, Texas) -- A new Texas law that overrides city and county ordinances will also eliminate protections currently in place for workers, such as mandated water breaks, even in extreme heat, according to critics.Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2127 on June 13, which... Read More.
Brookville Laurel Festival returns to downtown Brookville Monday, June 12 by Louise BennettBROOKVILLE – The Brookville Laurel Festival has returned to downtown Brookville.The festival will be open today through next Saturday, June 17 and will feature entertainment, games, competitions, music, and the Grand Parade.Each day of the festival has a different theme, and today’s is Outdoor... Read More.
2023 Champions of the PA Wilds Award recipients announced Tuesday, May 16 by Louise BennettKANE – Four Tri-County area organizations or individuals will be honored at this year’s PA Wilds Dinner and Awards in July.The PA Wilds Center announced the recipients of its 2023 Champions of the PA Wilds Awards which celebrates those who make significant contributions to... Read More.
Houtzdale receives nearly $85,000 from state grant for park project Thursday, September 22 by Louise BennettHarrisburg – A Clearfield County community will receive a nearly $85,000 state grant to help pay for a park project.Houtzdale is in the process of creating recreational and outdoor facilities including Little League fields and the Houtzdale Line Trail.A new gazebo and ADA-compliant sidewalks... Read More.
Brookville Laurel Festival celebration continues this week Monday, June 13 by Louise BennettBrookville, PA - The Brookville Laurel Festival kicked off this past Saturday and will continue through this upcoming week.Each day this week has a theme.Today is Outdoor and Sportsman's Day, where activities will focus on various sports and other outdoor activities.Tomorrow is Family Fun Day with loads... Read More.
PA Wilds announces the 2022 Champions of the PA Wilds Awards Friday, June 10 by Louise BennettKane - The PA Wilds Center has announced nine winners of the 2022 Champions of the PA Wilds Awards, and two of them are in the Tri-County area.The “Event of the Year Award” goes to Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, Jefferson County.Each year,... Read More.
Tips for visiting state parks during Labor Day holiday Saturday, September 4 by wcednewsHarrisburg, PA -- Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn reminded those who have turned to parks, forests, trails, and neighborhood green spaces throughout the pandemic of the things they can do this holiday weekend to stay safe.“Our state parks... Read More.
Biden cites new outdoor mask guidance in touting ‘stunning progress’ in COVID fight Tuesday, April 27 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden, speaking outdoors without a mask and touting what he called the "stunning progress" made in the fight against COVID-19, on Tuesday echoed new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance that fully vaccinated Americans can now go without masks... Read More.
Best Song, best practices: COVID-19 safe Oscars ceremony will feature pre-recorded, outdoor Best Original Song performances Wednesday, April 14 by ABC NewsIn keeping with the COVID-19 safe ceremony, this year's Oscars telecast will reportedly feature pre-recorded outdoor performances for the Best Original Song category. Variety reports this year's nominated songs will be performed on the rooftop of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the... Read More.
