Day: July 9, 2024

State News

Capitol Threat Investigation Ongoing

New details have emerged about a recent bomb threat at the Pennsylvania State Capitol. On Saturday, an email threat was sent to all Pennsylvania House and Senate members, prompting an evacuation. Authorities found no credible threat. A follow-up email on Sunday, received while President Biden was in Harrisburg, also proved to be a hoax.

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Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust Funding

The Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust has approved over $50.9 million for 350 programs aimed at combating the opioid crisis across the state. The funding will support treatment and recovery initiatives in all 67 counties. For more details, visit www.paopioidtrust.org.

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Race Weekend Means Heavy Traffic

With the Great American Getaway 400 set for Sunday, July 14, State Police are implementing traffic changes to manage the influx of race fans headed to Pocono Raceway. Beginning at 11am Sunday, Route 115 will be one-way southbound from the I-80 Blakeslee exit to Pocono Raceway until traffic clears. After 25 laps remain in the […]

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18th Annual Zane Grey Festival Set For This Weekend

Get ready for the 18th Annual Zane Grey Festival this Saturday in Lackawaxen. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the festival will take place at the Zane Grey Museum, where the famed Wild West author once lived. It’s a free, family-friendly event with a range of activities. There will also be food vendors and lots […]

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