Schools throughout Pennsylvania and the U.S. hiked up security measures as a response to threats posted to TikTok. Police in Philadelphia have arrested three men who may be connected to the string of armed robberies that’ve been happening since September. More farms have been added to the state’s preservation program. Finally, one city in Pennsylvania has been named one of the best spots for Christmas in the whole country.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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December 20, 2021

Philadelphia has extended its program that prevents evictions through 2022. The Port Authority’s new fare policy will take effect starting Jan. 1. The spread of ticks could be exacerbated by black bears. Finally, a 95-year-old man spends all year making wooden toys for children.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 17, 2021

According to the FBI, Pennsylvania led the whole U.S. in terms of losing money from cyberattacks in 2020. A bill that would require schools to publish textbooks and course information online has advanced through the state senate. Reports of lanternflies were noticeably down this year. And residents of one town called the police on what they thought was a gigantic snapping turtle.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 16, 2021

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission has been reviewing historical markers and plaques around the state for potential editing or removal, most notably those pertaining to the Civil War. One school district intends to use a Google platform to more closely monitor students’ emails. Amtrak may be cutting its service. Plus, the nation’s cheapest cup of coffee is right here in Pennsylvania.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 15, 2021

Philadelphia police have confirmed that a series of robberies have all been committed by the same group. The state House Health Committee heard testimonies from physicians concerning a bill that would allow for medical professionals to prescribe medicines in an “off-label” fashion to treat COVID-19. The deadline for Pennsylvania to accept opioid damages is drawing closer. Finally, you could be seeing snowy owls throughout the state before you know it.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 14, 2021

Sure, gold would be nice, but members of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps are currently searching a state park for something way more important: cultural treasure.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 13, 2021

The fate of handcrafted dioramas showcasing pivotal scenes of the nation’s history that took place in Pennsylvania may be at stake.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 10, 2021

Pennsylvania recently got its 34th “Bird Town,” but what exactly is a bird town to begin with?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 9, 2021

Staff at a library in Philadelphia noticed something was running afoul, although it was only later that they discovered the culprit wasn’t a squirrel or a raccoon, but a skunk.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 8, 2021

After two excruciatingly long years, the Pennsylvania Farm Show is coming back in-person for 2022, with pierogis and butter sculptures (and cowboy churches?) and all.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 7, 2021

A recent poll has shown that Pennsylvania residents’ disapproval of how President Joe Biden and Governor Tom Wolf are handling COVID-19 has gone up. One state senator wants to bring back workers to the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s toll booths. Harrisburg will have to pay a former cop disability for the “psychological injury” she received while on the job. Lastly, a number of towns in the Keystone State were deemed some of the best Christmas towns in the nation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 6, 2021

Yet another gun was confiscated at Lehigh Valley International Airport, the seventh of the year. Speaking of airports, Philadelphia International Airport has—very helpfully—begun to display wait times at security checkpoints for flyers. State liquor and wine sales set a record for this year. Finally, just to bring it back to LIVA again, anyone else see those weird, glowing orbs flying nearby the other day?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 3, 2021

A woman was beaten on a SEPTA train by a 12- and 13-year-old only hours after an anti-violence rally took place. A rioter was sentenced to federal prison for throwing concrete at an occupied police vehicle during the George Floyd protests last year. Some officials are saying that roundabouts are the key to making Pennsylvania’s roads safer. And a beloved Pennsylvania doughnut chain has been deemed a national favorite.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 2, 2021

Multiple schools in Pittsburgh were forced to switch to remote learning after officials caught wind of a threat made on Snapchat. The recent cyberattack against Butler college is, according to experts, a reflection of a larger national trend. A local cosmetics company sued by L’Oréal just can’t seem to make up as it continues it legal battle. Finally, there’s an odd duck in Philly.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

December 1, 2021

Governor Tom Wolf revealed Pennsylvania’s first-ever litter action plan the other day. The Pittsburgh Penguins have reached an agreement with Fenway Sports Group that would allow for the Red Sox owners to hold a controlling interest in the franchise. More snow is forecasted for this week. Plus, guess what the biggest company in Pennsylvania is?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

November 30, 2021

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