Longtime NEPA Auto Parts Retailer Closing Shop
- Ed Histed
- April 7, 2025
A&A Auto Parts, a Pennsylvania-based retailer with over six decades of history, has announced the closure of nine out of its ten locations statewide. The company, which has been facing tough competition in the retail market, will keep its Exeter store open as a flagship. Locations throughout other parts of the state however, will be […]
Read MoreHonoring Native Americans In Monroe County
- Ed Histed
- April 7, 2025
The Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, Chuck Hoskin Jr., visited Monroe County Sunday, meeting with local Cherokee citizens at the Shawnee Inn. The event highlighted the importance of passing down Cherokee heritage to younger generations.
Read MoreProsecution Beefing Up Ahead Of Kohberger Trial
- Ed Histed
- April 7, 2025
Former U.S. attorney Joshua Hurwit has joined the prosecution team in the case against Bryan Kohberger, the man from the Poconos who is facing the death penalty for the 2022 killings of four Idaho college students. Kohberger’s trial is set to begin in August.
Read MoreState Parks Filling Early
- Ed Histed
- April 7, 2025
Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is urging visitors to book their summer reservations early, as 2025 is expected to see a record-breaking season. Campsite reservations are up nearly 30% compared to last year, with some state park seeing a remarkable 189% increase.
Read MoreGovernor Advocating For Recreational Marijuana Legalization
- Ed Histed
- April 7, 2025
Governor Josh Shapiro is pushing for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania, with hopes to launch the program by this July and begin sales by next January. Shapiro’s plan could generate $250 million annually and $1.3 billion over five years. A new cannabis bill is expected to be introduced in the legislature soon.
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