Changes May Be Coming For PA Flintlock Hunters
The Pennsylvania Federation of Black Powder Shooters is petitioning the Game Commission for a new early flintlock hunting season. The proposal seeks to extend the current muzzleloader season in October by one week, allowing hunters to take either a buck or doe with flintlock rifles. The petition has so far, garnered over 1,000 signatures.
Read MorePenalties May Increase For Releasing Exotic Animals In Pennsylvania
A pending bill in Harrisburg aims to increase penalties for those who release exotic animals like alligators or mink into the wild. It comes following incidents here in Pennsylvania in which pet alligators and mink have been released into the wild. The bill has been approved by the House Game and Fisheries Committee and is […]
Read MoreLake Harmony Man Headed To Prison For Decades For Producing Child Porn
A Carbon County man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for producing child pornography. 19 year old Ignacio Salcido-Lopez of Lake Harmony, was convicted after creating hundreds of explicit images involving two young children he was babysitting between December 2023 and January 2024.
Read MoreBlooming Grove Pike County Man Jailed On Child Sexual Abuse Charges
A Pike County man is facing charges of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials. 23-year-old Christian Snyder, of Blooming Grove Township, was arrested following a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He faces two counts of sexual abuse of children and two counts of criminal use of a communication facility. […]
Read MoreStroudsburg And Churches Working Together To Address Hunger
Stroudsburg churches and the borough are collaborating to address the growing need for food services in the area. Officials are in the early stages of creating a community food resource center that would serve as a central location for food distribution. The goal is to have the center operational by the fall. Volunteers are being […]
Read MoreDon’t Text While Driving – Meanwhile, PA Turnpike Commission Will Text You During Traffic Backups
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has launched a new texting service to help drivers during major traffic backups. By texting “INFO” to 47676, drivers will receive real-time updates about the cause and expected duration of delays. The service uses GPS to identify locations. It’s designed for significant stoppages, not routine slowdowns.
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