Articles by: Maxfield Lane

Department of Health Partners with Saint Joseph’s University, University of Pittsburgh to Provide First Responder Education and Training

Department of Health Partners with Saint Joseph’s University, University of Pittsburgh to Provide First Responder Education and Training

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Friday announced partnerships with Saint Joseph’s University and the University of Pittsburgh’s Program Evaluation and Research Unit to provide education and training to first responders across the state. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 29, 2020 · Local News, News, PA News
Department of Agriculture Reminds Pennsylvanians Importance of Saving Pet Food Lot Numbers

Department of Agriculture Reminds Pennsylvanians Importance of Saving Pet Food Lot Numbers

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture on Friday reminded pet owners across the commonwealth of the importance of saving their pet food lot numbers. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 29, 2020 · Local News, News, PA News
Say What?!: Firefighters Rescue Police Officer Trapped in Handcuffs

Say What?!: Firefighters Rescue Police Officer Trapped in Handcuffs

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, England - A firefighter was required to rescue a police officer who had become bound by his own handcuffs. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 24, 2020 · Local News, News, Say What?!!
PIAA Gives Green Light to High School Sports, Final Decisions to be Made Locally

PIAA Gives Green Light to High School Sports, Final Decisions to be Made Locally

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. – After weeks of tough discussions and back and forth with Governor Tom Wolf, the PIAA board voted Friday afternoon to move forward with the fall sports season; however, the final decision for each school will remain in the hands of local school districts. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 22, 2020 · Local News, News
Say What?!: German University Offering $1,900 Grants ‘For Doing Nothing’

Say What?!: German University Offering $1,900 Grants ‘For Doing Nothing’

HAMBURG, Germany -  A Hamburg university is offering "idleness grants" in order to study how abstaining from common societal practices can impact the world at large. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 22, 2020 · Local News, News, Say What?!!
Human Services Reminds Pennsylvanians to Report Child Abuse and Keep Kids Safe at Home

Human Services Reminds Pennsylvanians to Report Child Abuse and Keep Kids Safe at Home

Harrisburg, Pa. - Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Teresa Miller on Thursday encouraged Pennsylvania families during this back-to-school season to consider taking proactive steps to keep kids safe in their home environments and reminded all Pennsylvanians that the responsibility to protect children from abuse and neglect belongs to each of us. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 21, 2020 · Local News, News, PA News
Gov. Wolf: $20 Million to Help Schools Provide Services to Students with Special Needs

Gov. Wolf: $20 Million to Help Schools Provide Services to Students with Special Needs

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Governor Tom Wolf is dedicating approximately $20 million to help 678 local education agencies, including school districts, to provide education services for students with disabilities who may have been negatively impacted by COVID-19 mitigation efforts and may face additional challenges through the new academic year. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 21, 2020 · Local News, News, PA News
Wolf Administration Announces Funding to Recruit and Retain Physicians in Underserved Areas of Pennsylvania

Wolf Administration Announces Funding to Recruit and Retain Physicians in Underserved Areas of Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Governor Tom Wolf announced on Thursday that the Pennsylvania Department of Health has released a request for applications for the PA Primary Care Loan Repayment Program. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 21, 2020 · Local News, News, PA News
Say What?!: Plane Landing Delayed by Wayward Bear on the Runway

Say What?!: Plane Landing Delayed by Wayward Bear on the Runway

MAGADAN, Russia - A plane attempting a landing was kept airborne after a bear wandered onto the runway. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 21, 2020 · Local News, News, Say What?!!
Department of Agriculture Announces Pennsylvania Agriculture to be Celebrated Virtually for 2021 PA Farm Show

Department of Agriculture Announces Pennsylvania Agriculture to be Celebrated Virtually for 2021 PA Farm Show

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced on Wednesday that Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry will be celebrated virtually for the 2021 PA Farm Show, with no in-person events or competitions, to mitigate against COVID-19. FULL ARTICLE
by · August 20, 2020 · Local News, News, PA News