Day: July 29, 2024

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Canna World Fair Held In Poconos

Hundreds attended the Pocono Canna World Fair in Monroe County this weekend, celebrating with over 300 vendors at the West End Fairgrounds. The festival featured a range of cannabis products, food trucks, live music, and activities focused on health and wellness, including medical marijuana and alternative medicine. The event also offered medical marijuana certifications and […]

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State News

Penn State Tuition Increasing

Penn State University’s Board of Trustees has approved a new budget that includes tuition hikes for students at its University Park campus. Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, in-state undergraduates will see a 2% increase, raising their annual tuition to approximately $20,468. Nonresident students will face a 4% increase. The decision aims to address the […]

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Road Rage Leads To Gunshots In Monroe County

Gunshots erupted during a road rage incident on I-80 in the Poconos on Saturday evening. The altercation, which occurred near exit 305 in Stroud Township, involved two cars that crashed before occupants exchanged gunfire. No injuries were reported, but a stretch of the highway was closed for several hours. Authorities are investigating and have not […]

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Local News

Local Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Reports Sales Dip

Sanofi’s vaccine sales have dropped by 4.8% in the second quarter of 2024, reportedly due to a decrease in COVID-19 vaccine sales compared to last year. The company’s overall financial performance remains strong though, driven by Dupixent and other new medicines. Sanofi reported a 10.2% increase in net sales for the quarter, despite challenges in […]

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State News

Window Tinting Regs May Change In PA

Changes to vehicle window tinting regulations in Pennsylvania may soon be on the horizon. Legislation has been introduced requiring window tinting to be part of the annual state inspection process. Currently, vehicle window tint must allow at least 70% visible light transmission. The proposal aims to address issues with darker tints applied by third-party vendors […]

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