Day: November 20, 2024

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Governor Signs Bill Into Law That Raises Cell Phone Charges

A new law in Pennsylvania will soon increase cell phone bills statewide. Signed by Governor Josh Shapiro on Monday, it raises the 9-1-1 surcharge fee from $1.65 to $1.97. The fee, which helps fund local emergency services, has not been adjusted since 2015. The increase aims to address rising costs for equipment and technology.

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Monroe County Man Facing Weapons And Drug Charges

A Monroe County man faces drug trafficking and firearm charges after authorities found over 500 grams of methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and multiple firearms, including one with an obliterated serial number, at his Saylorsburg home. The discovery also included 24 improvised explosive devices. Robert Stull is now waiting further legal proceedings.

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State Police Searching For Man Accused Of Home Improvement Fraud

Pennsylvania State Police are searching for 34-year-old Matthew Wilson, who is wanted for home improvement fraud. Wilson is accused of taking $6,000 from a woman for a backup generator that was never delivered. Investigators say he could be anywhere now, and he may be ripping off new victims. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is […]

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Wayne County Man Dies In Barn Fire

A Wayne County man died from severe burns after rushing into a burning barn in Beach Lake on Saturday. 77-year-old Michael Kane of Boyds Mills was flown to Lehigh Valley Hospital where he later died from his injuries. The cause of the fire, which caused extensive damage to the barn and surrounding property, is still […]

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Pennie Enrollment Period Now Open

Pennsylvanians looking for health coverage are reminded to enroll in the state’s Pennie program by December 15. Those under 65 seeking coverage should visit www.Pennie.com, not www.Healthcare.gov. Late enrollments could delay coverage until February 1. You should also check if your doctors are in-network and ensure that your prescriptions are covered.

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PA Supreme Court Steps In Again After Casey Refuses To Accept Defeat

DEMOCRATIC ELECTION OFFICIALS HERE IN PENNSYLVANIA HAVE AGREED TO ADHERE TO THE STATE’S SUPREME COURT RULING AROUND THE ONGOING SENATE RACE RECOUNT…. GOVERNOR JOSH SHAPIRO RESPONDED TO THE RULING, SAYING THAT STATE LAW CAN’T BE IGNORED AND DOING SO WOULD DAMAGE THE FAITH IN THE ELECTORAL PROCESS.

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